George Washington Papers

From George Washington to Robert Cary & Company, 4 November 1767

To Robert Cary & Company

Williamsburg Novr 4th 1767

Gentn

I have just drawn upon you (of this date) for Fifty pounds Sterg in favour of James Cocke Esqr. which please to pay & place to Acct of Mr Jno. Parke Custis. I am Gentn Yr Most Obedt H. Servt

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James Cocke, a merchant in Williamburg, was elected mayor of the town in 1767. See Guardian Accounts, 5 May 1769.

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