Washington, George, 1732-1799 to William C.C. Claiborne
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC04877 Author/Creator: Washington, George, 1732-1799 Place Written: Mount Vernon, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 30 May 1797 Pagination: 2 p. : address : docket : free frank ; 22.8 x 18.6 cm. Order a Copy
Thanks him for his "favourable sentiments," noting that "If all our Citizens were actuated by the principles you profess, it would much promote the happiness and prosperity of our Country." In regard to some papers Claiborne requested, Washington claims that he is determined not to interfere "directly or indirectly - in recommendations to Office." Closes by stating that it was "very pleasing to me to learn from such good authority that the people of the state of Tennessee are well affected to the General Government & that your prospect of peace with the Indians is not likely to be seriously interrupted."
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