Callahan, Charles Hilliard, 1858-1944 · Washington : National Capital Press · leaf 45
ind is often at the widowsand has some influence to persuade Her to think better of your advice in puttingHim to Sea with good Recommendation. And from the same place, a few days later, September 18, afriend, Robert Jackson, addressed Lawrence on the subject: I am afraid that Mrs. Washington will… … a 4, 3 AUGUSTINE WASHINGTON. 19 unthinking mothers naturally suggest, and I find that one word against his goinghas more weight than ten for it. Colonel William Fairfax seems desirous he shouldgo and desired me to acquaint you with Mrs. Washingtons sentiments. I intendshortly to take an opportunity…
