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Letter from John Sevier to George Washington Sevier, 1815 January 22

 File — Folder: 15, item: 1
Scope and Contents Note Autographed letter signed; Washington. Advises son on the ulcer on his neck. Mentions the health and movements of Ma. McClellan. Discusses the bank bill and its utility for solving the nation's fiscal problems. Mentions the rumor that the British are to introduce black troops into the Southern States. Suggests that Col. Sparks and Rutha should bring off their negroes & property as Quick as possible and while they can pass in safety through the Indian Country. Talks...
Dates: 1815 January 22

Letter from John Overton to John Sevier, 1815 April 12

 File — Folder: 15, item: 2
Scope and Contents Note

Autographed letter signed; Nashville. Discusses grounds in regard a lawsuit arising out Sevier's land speculations. Discusses in detail the importance of Landon Carter's signature for Sevier's defense.

Dates: 1815 April 12