Tobias Lear, Walnut Tree Farm, to General John Marshall, Washington, D.C., 1800 December 12
Scope and Contents
His financial embarrassments have prevented him from devoting time to writing the history or General Washington's life; sends Marshall a trunk containing Washington's books and papers, and an enclosed list thereof; wishes he weren't so ignorant of bankruptcy proceedings.
Dates
- Creation: 1800 December 12
Creator
- From the Collection: Marshall, John, 1755-1835 (Person)
Language of Materials
English
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Extent
From the Collection: 434.00 Linear Feet
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections Research Center Repository