Lot 258
George Washington (1732-1799), First President of the U.S. (1789-97). Autograph Letter Signed as ex-President, one page, 8 x 10, Mount Vernon, January 30, 1798. To his nephew, Bushrod Washington. Washington writes in full:
"I had heard with much concern, before your letter of the 21st instant was received, of your illness; and congratulate you on your recovery. Be careful in guarding against a relapse, by taking cold.
I hope my letter of the 19th of this month got safe to your hands (by the Post); contained therein, were $120 to enable you to do the needful relative to the taxes of my Western Lands; accompanied by some statements which might assist in the investigation of that business.
As Gen'l Lee's Deed to me was not recorded in the time prescribed by Law; what, if it is thereby rendered invalid, is necessary to be done to secure my right to the land therein conveyed?
The family here, are all well, and unite in every good wish for your perfect recovery & in best regards for Mrs. Washington, With Your Affect'e Uncle, G. Washington"
Clean fresh condition, with minor restoration at upper right and lower right and the edges slightly trimmed.
Estimate 15,000 - 20,000
The "General Lee" referred to is undoubtedly Henry "Light Horse Harry" Lee, Washington’s friend and comrade.
Bushrod Washington was the executor of his uncle's estate and inherited Mount Vernon after Martha Washington’s death.
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