From George Washington to William Hartshorne, 14 September 1785
To William Hartshorne
Mount Vernon 14th Septr 1785.
Sir,
Colo. Wm Fitzhugh of Maryland has this day requested me, to enter his name for one share of the Potomac navigation; of which I give you this information: he has also deposited in my hands ten pounds for the first & second advances thereon; which I will pay you when I come next to town, or to your order at any time.
I should take it very kind of you to forward the enclosed letter by the first safe conveyance: it contains a summons of some consequence to me.1 I am Sir &c.
G; Washington
LB, DLC:GW.
1. This may be GW’s letter to Thomas Johnson and Thomas Sim Lee of 10 September.