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Letter, 1 item.

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Preston writes to his father to report the condition of his crops, livestock, slaves, overseer, and his cabin. He writes at some length about his tobacco crop. He also goes into detail about the disposition of his land and what he will plant in various tracts.

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Preston, John Breckinridge, d. 1833.

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Preston, John, 1764-1827

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William Preston (ca. 1729-1783) held various county offices and militia offices. His sons were John Preston (1764-1827), who was a member of the Virginia General Assembly and treasurer of Virginia, and Francis Preston (1765-1836). Francis Preston was born in Botetourt County, graduated from the College of William and Mary and practiced law in Montgomery and Washington counties. He served in the Virginia House of Delegates and State Senate and served in Congress 1793-1797. His son was William Cam...