Manuscript/Mixed Material George Washington Papers, Series 2, Letterbooks 1754-1799: Letterbook 11, Feb. 28, 1778 - Feb. 5, 1785
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George Washington to George Clinton, August 12, 1783 *To GOVERNOR GEORGE CLINTON Newburgh, August 12, 1783. Dear Sir: I have received a call from Congress to repair to Princeton; whether for any special purpose, or generally to remain there till…- Contributor: Washington, George
- Date: 1778-02-28
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George Washington to Robert Lewis and Sons, September 6, 1783 To ROBERT AND WILLIAM LEWIS10 Rocky Hill, near Princeton, September 6, 1783. Gentn: In Bradfords Paper11 of the 30th. Ulto., I perceive an anonymous advertisement of a person who wants employment as…- Contributor: Washington, George
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George Washington to Lund Washington, September 20, 1783 To LUND WASHINGTON Rocky Hill, September 20, 1783. Dear Lund: Mrs. Custis33 has never suggested in any of her Letters to Mrs. Washington (unless ardent wishes for her return, that she might…- Contributor: Washington, George
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George Washington to Lund Washington, September 20, 1783 not the most essential in my eye), the line of conduct he has observed, and disposition and frame of his mind. You should consider, what prospect there is of his proving kind…- Contributor: Washington, George
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George Washington to Bushrod Washington, September 22, 1783 the stock on hand, or the quantity expected, is said to be large. Give me the prices also of imported Nuts and Fruits of different kinds, by the measure, weight, jarr or…- Contributor: Washington, George
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George Washington to Clement Biddle, October 2, 1783 To CLEMENT BIDDLE Rocky Hill, October 2, 1783. Dear Sir: On the 20th. of last month, I wrote you a few lines, and sent therewith Eight hundred Dollars in Bank-Notes, which (tho'…- Contributor: Washington, George
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George Washington to Tench Tilghman, October 2, 1783 To LIEUTENANT COLONEL RICHARD VARICK Rocky Hill, October 2, 1783. Dear Sir: Enclosed are my private letters for registering. As fast as they are entered, return them to me by the weekly…- Contributor: Washington, George
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George Washington to Tench Tilghman, October 2, 1783 or common Waggoners; and that it is the quality only which constitutes the Value, I perswade myself you will put this Wine into the charge of some person who will be responsible…- Contributor: Washington, George
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George Washington to Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert du Motier, Marquis de Lafayette, October 12, … To FRANCIS MOORE Princeton, October 11, 1783. Sir: Your favor of the 25th. ulto. came to hand by Thursdays post. It meets my thanks for the obliging expressions with which the information,…- Contributor: Washington, George
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George Washington to Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert du Motier, Marquis de Lafayette, October 12, … the following dates, March 23d., April 5th., and May 10th. Subsequent to these I have been honored with your favor of the 19th. of April dated at the seat of the Marqs.…- Contributor: Washington, George
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George Washington to Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert du Motier, Marquis de Lafayette, October 12, … I can form no plan for my future. I have it in contemplation, however to make a tour thro' all the Eastern States, thence into Canada; thence up the St. Lawrence, and…- Contributor: Washington, George
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George Washington to Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert du Motier, Marquis de Lafayette, October 12, … disposition of its Inhabitants, their Laws, policy &ca. No peace establishment is yet agreed on by Congress, but the opposition which was given by the Eastern States, to the half pay, or…- Contributor: Washington, George
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George Washington to Francois Jean, Comte de Chastellux, October 12, 1783 shadow of my own vine, and my own Figtree, to seek those enjoyments, and that relaxation, which a mind that has been constantly upon the stretch for more than eight years, stands…- Contributor: Washington, George
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George Washington to Jean B. Donatien de Vimeur, Comte de Jean B. Donatien de Vimeur, Comte … to improve them. I shall not rest contented 'till I have explored the Western Country, and traversed those lines (or great part of them) which have given bounds to a New Empire.…- Contributor: Washington, George
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George Washington to Jean B. Donatien de Vimeur, Comte de Jean B. Donatien de Vimeur, Comte … have doubtless heard spoken of, and more than probably have seen published; are now sitting at this place. They have fixed upon the Falls of Delaware (at or near Trenton) for their…- Contributor: Washington, George
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George Washington to Louis M. Noailles, October 15, 1783 assurances of esteem, respect etc.86 *To COMTE DE NOAILLES Princeton, October 15, 1783. Dear Sir: Within these few days, I have had the honor to receive your favor of the 25th. of…- Contributor: Washington, George
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George Washington to Armand Louis de Gontaut Brione, Duc de Lauzun, October 15, 1783 To DUC DE LAUZUN Princeton, October 15, 1783. My Dr. Duke: With grateful affection I received the honor of your Letter of the 11th. of June from Brest; and rejoiced as much…- Contributor: Washington, George
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George Washington to Robert Lewis and Sons, October 16, 1783 89 To ROBERT LEWIS & SONS Rocky Hill, October 16, 1783. Gentn: Since I was favored with your letter of Septr., I have received the enclosed from Mr. Lund Washington (who has…- Contributor: Washington, George
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George Washington to Robert Lewis and Sons, October 16, 1783 As I think you are much better judges of the qualifications necessary to constitute a good Miller, and have it more in your power to procure one, than Colo. Biddle, I send…- Contributor: Washington, George
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George Washington to Pierre C. L'Enfant, October 30, 1783 To MAJOR PIERRE CHARLES L'ENFANT October 30, 1783. Sir: Herewith you will receive 250 Dollars in bank notes, with which you will please to procure for me eight of the bald eagles.…- Contributor: Washington, George
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George Washington to Pierre C. L'Enfant, October 30, 1783 with to the Marquis de la Fayette, requested him to send me, by the earliest oppertunity, a sett of Silver plated ware; but as there is not only a possibility but a…- Contributor: Washington, George
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George Washington to Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert du Motier, Marquis de Lafayette, October 30, … I shall esteem it a very particular favor if you would let me have these things as soon as possible, by the first Vessel which may sail after they are ready either…- Contributor: Washington, George
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George Washington to Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert du Motier, Marquis de Lafayette, October 30, … so well to them, as to you, my wants, who know our customs, taste and manner of living in America, and, 4th. Because I should rely much more upon your judgment and…- Contributor: Washington, George
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George Washington to Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert du Motier, Marquis de Lafayette, October 30, … common wine glasses, each. Two smaller size Do for 6 wine glasses, each. Two Bread-baskets, middle size. A Sett of Casters, for holding, oil, Vinegar, Mustard &ca. A Cross or Stand for…- Contributor: Washington, George
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George Washington to Pierre C. L'Enfant, December 4, 1783 To CHARLES PETTIT New York, December 2, 1783. Dear Sir: I have been favored with your letter of the 28th. Ulto. The honor which the Merchants of Philada. have in contemplation to…- Contributor: Washington, George
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George Washington to Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert du Motier, Marquis de Lafayette, December 4, … To MARQUIS DE LAFAYETTE New York City, December 4, 1783. My Dr. Marqs: Since I came to this place, which was evacuated by the British Forces, and taken possession of by our…- Contributor: Washington, George
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George Washington to Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert du Motier, Marquis de Lafayette, December 9, … To MARQUIS DE LAFAYETTE Philadelphia, December 9, 1783. My Dear Marqs: I have the honor of introducing to your acquaintance, Doct: Witherspoon, President of the College of New Jersey and the bearer…- Contributor: Washington, George
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George Washington to Jean B. Donatien de Vimeur, Comte de Jean B. Donatien de Vimeur, Comte … To CHARLES ARMAND-TUFFIN December 13, 1783. Dear Sir: Your letter of the 11th. inst: has been delivered to me. I am extremely sorry to be obliged to deny any request which comes…- Contributor: Washington, George
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George Washington to Samuel Hodgdon, December 13, 1783 To SAMUEL HODGDON Philadelphia, December 13, 1783. Sir: You will be pleased to send immediately to the orders of His Excelly the Chevr. de la Luzerne, the two pieces of Ordnance which…- Contributor: Washington, George
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George Washington to Hugh Martin, December 13, 1783 To DOCTOR HUGH MARTIN Philadelphia, December 13, 1783. Sir: As I have been and still am extremely occupied in closing my public and private affairs in this City, it is not in…- Contributor: Washington, George
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George Washington to Hugh Martin, December 13, 1783 affairs, unless by the profits arising from the sale of your publication; nor do I see what agency I can with propriety have in the matter, beyond subscribing for your work: for…- Contributor: Washington, George
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George Washington to Lachlan McIntosh, December 14, 1783 To LACHLAN McINTOSH Philadelphia, December 15, 1783. Dr. Sir: I have within a few days past received your two favors of the 15 October and 1st Novr. the latter inclosing your application…- Contributor: Washington, George
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George Washington to Charles Armand-Tuffin, Marquis de la Rouerie, December 15, 1783 Dear Sir, cannot pass unnoticed. The great zeal, intelligence and bravery you have shewn, and the various distinguished services you have performed, deserve my warmest thanks. It is impossible for me to…- Contributor: Washington, George
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George Washington to Charles Armand-Tuffin, Marquis de la Rouerie, December 15, 1783 behaviour in the field, as could not but gain my applause. The great zeal and activity shewn in raising and discipling a new Corps, and the good order caused to be observed…- Contributor: Washington, George
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George Washington to Richard Varick, January 1, 1784 To RICHARD VARICK Mount Vernon, January 1, 1784. Dear Sir: From the moment I left the City of New York until my arrival at this place, I have been so much occupied…- Contributor: Washington, George
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George Washington to Solms, January 3, 1784 To COMTE DE SOLMS Mount Vernon, January 3, 1784. Sir: The Letter which you did me the honor to write from Konigstein on the 9th. of July77 last came safely to my…- Contributor: Washington, George
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George Washington to Solms, January 3, 1784 your acceptance of it as a token of the great veneration and esteem with which I have the honor, etc.80 To COMTE DE BRUHL Mount Vernon, January 3, 1784. Sir: In forwarding…- Contributor: Washington, George
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George Washington to Robert Morris, January 4, 1784 To THE SUPERINTENDENT OF FINANCE Mount Vernon, January 4, 1784. Dear Sir: Herewith I give you the trouble of receiving the Account of my expenditures in Philadelphia; and on my Journey home.…- Contributor: Washington, George
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George Washington to Robert Morris, January 4, 1784 to bear their expences home; I could not think it reasonable, that, from their attachment to me, or from motives of etiquette, they should incur this charge themselves. Their finances I well…- Contributor: Washington, George
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George Washington to Jonathan Trumbull, January 5, 1784 To JONATHAN TRUMBULL, JUNIOR Mount Vernon, January 5, 1784. Dear Trumbull: Your obliging Letter of the 15th. of Novembr. did not reach me until some days after we had taken possession of…- Contributor: Washington, George
- Date: 1778-02-28
About this Item
Title
- George Washington Papers, Series 2, Letterbooks 1754-1799: Letterbook 11, Feb. 28, 1778 - Feb. 5, 1785
Names
- Washington, George, 1732-1799 (Author)
Created / Published
- February 28, 1778 - February 5, 1785
Headings
- - United States
- - Manuscripts
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- Manuscripts
Call Number/Physical Location
- series: Series 2, Letterbooks 1754-1799
- MSS 44693: Reel 011
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- George Washington papers
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- Manuscript Division
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