Letter [manuscript] : Arlington House, to Robert R. Livingston, 1811 May 12.

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Letter [manuscript] : Arlington House, to Robert R. Livingston, 1811 May 12.

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Custis discusses mainly agricultural issues, particularly sheep breeding and the price of wool. He also discusses the wine--this "native beverage"--which he has shipped to Livingston. Comparing the wine to "at least the delightful flavor of patriotism," Custis ends on a patriotic note, saying, "The Republic must be great and free, the country of Washington must be immortal."

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University of Virginia. Library

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University of Virginia. Library

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