The Writings of George Washington: Life of WashingtonAmerican Stationers' Company, John B. Russell, 1837 - Presidents |
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Page xi
... land for a very curious and interesting paper , which will be found in the Appendix to the Sixth Volume , and which consists of extracts from a correspondence between George the Third and Lord North relative to the Amer- ican war ...
... land for a very curious and interesting paper , which will be found in the Appendix to the Sixth Volume , and which consists of extracts from a correspondence between George the Third and Lord North relative to the Amer- ican war ...
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... towards the Colonies . — Joins heartily in all the Measures of Opposition . — His Services in procuring the Lands promised to the Officers and Sol- - 90 diers in the French War . - Performs a Tour xvi CONTENTS . Affair at Barren Hill.
... towards the Colonies . — Joins heartily in all the Measures of Opposition . — His Services in procuring the Lands promised to the Officers and Sol- - 90 diers in the French War . - Performs a Tour xvi CONTENTS . Affair at Barren Hill.
Page xvii
... Lands . - Takes an active Part at different Times in the Proceedings of the Virginia Legislature in defending the Rights of ... land in Westchester County , and march into the Country .. Washington advances to White Plains and forms an ...
... Lands . - Takes an active Part at different Times in the Proceedings of the Virginia Legislature in defending the Rights of ... land in Westchester County , and march into the Country .. Washington advances to White Plains and forms an ...
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... lands , residing on their es- tates , and holding a reputable station in the higher class of agriculturists . Proofs of their opulence may still be seen in the monuments erected in churches , and the records of the transfer of property ...
... lands , residing on their es- tates , and holding a reputable station in the higher class of agriculturists . Proofs of their opulence may still be seen in the monuments erected in churches , and the records of the transfer of property ...
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... lands ; and , as this had been acquired chiefly by his own industry and enterprise , it may be inferred , that , in the concerns of business , he was methodical , skilful , honorable , and energetic . LIFE OF WASHINGTON . 3.
... lands ; and , as this had been acquired chiefly by his own industry and enterprise , it may be inferred , that , in the concerns of business , he was methodical , skilful , honorable , and energetic . LIFE OF WASHINGTON . 3.
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