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222 pages. Manuscript volume. Arithmetic textbook of George Washington Holland, [Nansemond County, Virginia and Jasper County, Georgia], including mathematical definitions and problem solving by way of poetry; also includes Holland family genealogical information, and records of slaves' births, 1817-1840.

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This series documents the administration of College of William and Mary President J. A. C. Chandler for the years 1919-1934. The contents are available on microfilm in the library microforms collection on the ground floor of Swem Library. See call number LD6051 .W517 1919 C43, reels 1-46.

Scope and Contents From the Collection: Photostats, typescripts, original and printed copies of letters and papers of and about George Washington, Martha Washington and Mary Ball Washington; manuscript of "The Washingtons of Sulgrave" by S. H. Lee Washington; portrait engravings and prints of George Washington and places and events associated with him, including an original pen and ink sketch [ca. 1790] by Benjamin H. Latrobe; a piece of sheet music written in honor of George Washington by George M. Cohan; and various maps....

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Boxes 17-24. arranged chornologially: This series contains Godwin's official speeches, as well as other formal speeches made as a private citizen from 1957 through 1977. Although Godwin was a popular speaker prior to 1957, especially during his active participation in Ruritan National and early days in the General Assembly, no copies of speeches given during that period have survived.

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Ann came to Alexandria for wedding of Mr. Moss' daughter and self came to see brother who arrived two days before self. No change in his manner. Uncle Thomas Tudor Tucker grows more feeble. With him is George Tucker and a great nephew, son of Robert Tucker. Ann goes to the drawing room today and stays with a cousin Mrs. Powell.

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Thanks his for letters and returns them. Approves enterprise of Nathaniel Beverley Tucker but regrets separation. Mr. Coater's letter about Mrs. Davenport was despondent. Only a few documents yet from respective departments and they are voluminous and in folio. Persons allowed only one coy. Brother has not arrived (John Randolph).

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By a representative from Indiana he received a letter from Alexander Stuart who says that Beverley and his wife are well and bear their misfortune with becoming fortitude. His letters are filled with love and solicitude. Uncle Tucker is well.

Scope and Contents Encloses copy of president's message this morning. St. George accompanied him here this time to see the city. St. returned home. This is dreary place with little society and that is marred by forms and ostentation and unbecoming show of spendor. Several problems before Congress. One involves freedome of some South American colonies. That may be problem for executive. Spain would consider it cause for war and England would agree. Self does not wish war and loss of freedom for us to gain...

Scope and Contents Agrees with father on bankruptcy bill and contemplated extension of credit in sales of public lands. Voted against credit bill which was project of those disappointed by rejection of Irish petition. Debate on internal improvements is ended. His speeches will appear in the Winchester paper and Intelligencer. President will sign road bill through constitutionalists voted against it. Bill for furniture of president's house is subject of debate. Washington had no appropriation, had only $25,000...

Scope and Contents Sorry to find his brother (Thomas Tudor Tucker) had attack of prevailing influenza. Evidently mending. Today they had to choose speaker. Lowndes bid fairest for success among candidates. Hears Forsythe bids fairest for success among candidates. Hears Forsyth expected with treaty. Also French minister with powers to conclude commerical treaty. Scott from Missouri tells him Nathaniel Beverley Tucker entirely recovered. Regards to Lelia (Skipwith) Carter Tucker and Mrs. Mary Walker Carter...

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St. George's brother (Thomas Tudor Tucker) still very weak. Gaining strength very slowly. Has taken bark for a day or two. He desires to be remembered to St. George, Henry St. George Tucker, John Coalter and his family. Self to be on visit to Lewis' family till Monday.

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Includes material on Lexington and Rockbridge, Virginia.

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Asks for assistance in a matter he has written about before.

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Cumberland Road bill for $300,000 has passed. Majority struck out $30,000 for surveys of harbor bill. Determined to protrate system of interval improvements. Includes speech of David Crockett from notes made by Wilson while Crockett was speaking.

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Folders 112-133

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This section differs from the preceeding series in that it comes in the form of notes, transcripts, and drafts; there is no correspondence as such. For convenience, these groups were divided into Genesis, Documents, and Miscellany. Genesis contains copies of records of the London and Virginia Companies. Miscellany contains clippings, envelopes, miscellaneous letters and notes, and imprints.

Scope and Contents Discusses the weather; fears that all the crops may be in short supply at Doguerun; crop rotation is the only way to restore a crop "to any degree of fertility;" wonders if the white wheat sown in 1788 is the one he [Whiting] now condemns; asks Whiting to make sure the Doguerun meadow is "well grubbed -- cleansed -- and broke up...before the weather becomes too cold and wet;" says Mr. Ball should continue his work in order mentioned; wonders if he [Whiting] has "heard of the missing horse...

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manuscripts, artifacts, and associated items from the collection of Dr Joseph E Fields

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In response to a letter of Washington's, John Marshall discusses the legalities of caveats and land patents. Original is located in the Henry E. Huntington Library, San Marino, California.

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Apologizes for an article lately published listing the offices which Washington offered to him (John Marshall), with which he had nothing to do; the writer of the article, who obtained no information directly or indirectly from Marshall, "was unquestionably actuated by a wish to serve me and by resentment at the various malignant calumnies that have been so profusely bestowed on me." Original in the Washington Papers, Library of Congress, Washington, D.C.

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Will communicate the enclosures of Washington's last letter to Colonel Edward Carrington and Colonel William Heth when they arrive in town; comments upon the elections and the unexpected defeat of Colonel George Hancock and Major Haywood; discusses the composition of the new state legislature; and upon France's declaration of war upon Austria and its consequences. Original in the Washington Papers, Library of Congress, Washington, D.C.

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Discusses military appointments and recommends several officers, including Colonel John Cropper, General George Rogers Clark, General Thomas Posey, Colonel James Breckenbridge, Colonel Callohill Minnis, General Robert Porterfield of Augusta, General Joseph Blackwell of Fauquier, and Colonel Joseph Swearingean of Berkley; comments upon the death of Mr. Patrick Henry. Original is located in the Washington Papers, Library of Congress, Washington, D.C.

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Was unable to return the enclosed letter because he was out of town and his happy that Washington is not displeased that it was not transmitted to Colonel John Cropper; has just received Washington's second letter to that gentleman and will forward it immediately. Original is located in the Washington Papers, Library of Congress, Washington, D.C.

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Offer of appointment as Minister to Russia replacing Mr. Pinkney who has been recalled. Requests an early reply.

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See alsoBox 11A: Financial Records, 1787-1789.