From George Washington to Martha Dandridge Custis Washington, 1 October 1782
Verplanks point 1st Oct. 1782
My dearest
If this letter should ever reach your hands, it will be presented by Mr Brown, Son to a Gentleman of that name in Rhode Island, from whom I have received civilities, & to whom, or his connetions, I could wish to make returns. As he has thoughts of going into Virginia I recommend him to your notice & attention. I am most sincerely & affectionately—Yrs
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