George Johnston, Williamsburg, Va., to Leven Powell, Loudoun County, Va., 1776 July 7
Scope and Contents
Scope and Contents Transferal of prisoners cannot take place, as ordered by Congress--they must be maintained at the enemy's expense; discussion of upcoming election of a senator, including the negative opinions expressed about one candidate, William Ellzey; more political discussion about the Governor and his Council being hampered and how the Senate ought to assist them; his interest in running for a seat.
Dates
- Creation: 1776 July 7
Creator
- From the Collection: Powell, Leven, 1737-1810 (Person)
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Extent
From the Collection: 0.85 Linear Feet
Language
From the Collection: English
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections Research Center Repository