Letters to his brother, [James Mercer], 1768 and 1771.

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Letters to his brother, [James Mercer], 1768 and 1771.

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Nineteenth-century copies of two letters from George Mercer, London, England, to his brother, [James], Fredericksburg, Virginia. The first discusses the politics of holding governmental posts in the American colonies and Lord Hillsborough:s efforts to keep non-residents from doing so. Mercer has been unofficially appointed Lieut. Governor of North Carolina. Is happy to hear Lord Botetourt has been appointed governor of Virginia. Sends various items as requested. Has been very ill. Above all wants to return to Virginia. Second letter accompanies shipment of birds and materials for cages and contains directions for constructing and running an aviary.

2 items ; 36 cm.

Colonial Williamsburg Foundation. John D. Rockefeller, Jr. Library

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Colonial Williamsburg Foundation. John D. Rockefeller, Jr. Library

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Mercer, James, 1736-1793

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