Letter, 1779 February 10, to Battaile Muse.

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Letter, 1779 February 10, to Battaile Muse.

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Nelson requests Muse's aid in locating suitable housing for a move to Frederick. Describes in detail how he wants the new house built. Specifies dimensions and different materials to use in construction of main house, outbuildings, and slave dwellings. Names slaves whom he intends to bring along. Gives instruction for hiring of workmen and conditions of employment. Discusses which horses and supplies are needed and when they should arrive in order to facilitate the move. Mentions plans for using the plantation at Frederick.

[3] p. ; 24 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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Nelson, Hugh 1750 - 1800.

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