Letterbook, 1803-1807.

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Letterbook, 1803-1807.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/122653917

This letterbook contains copies of correspondence of William Hodgson in his capacity as executor of William Ludwell Lee, especially concerning the operation of "Greenspring" plantation in James City County, Virginia. There is substantial business correspondence as well as personal and familial notes. References to accounts, slave purchases, agricultural production, freed slaves, and plantation upkeep form the bulk of the topics of the letters. There are also references to yellow fever outbreaks. The correspondents include a number of business associates, family members, and prominent individuals.

1 v. (236 p.)

Library of Virginia

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Library of Virginia

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