From George Washington to James Tilghman, Jr., 25 September 1773
To James Tilghman, Jr.
Mount Vernon Sepr 25th 1773
Dear Sir
If you propose to go to the Annapolis Races—will accept of a Seat in my Phaeton—&, if the weather permits be here this afternoon I can give you a lift there & shall be glad of your Company. I shall, if I can, take an even start with the Sun tomorrow so as to reach Annapolis in good time.1
I hope this Letter will find you in better health than when I saw you last. I am with very sincere regard Dr Sir Yr Most Obedt Servt
Go: Washington
ALS (photocopy), Joseph Rubinfine catalog, list no. 72, item 62.