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Letter, Samuel McDowell Moore to John A. Washington III, 1844-09-29

 Item — Box: 1, Folder: 9

Abstract

Letter of invitaton from Samuel McDowell Moore to John A. Washington III to attend an auction in Lexington, Virginia for the purchaseof purchasing a married couple who are enslaved. On the obverse, dated October 4, 1844, is a note from his wife Eleanor Washington at "Blakely."

Dates

  • Creation: 1844-09-29

Conditions Governing Access

This collection is open for research use.

Extent

From the Collection: .5 Linear Feet

Language of Materials

English

Repository Details

Part of the Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives Repository

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