Augusta County: F. T. Stribling to John W. Davis,
May 5, 1860
Summary:
Stribling inquires about the finances of the estate of Jason Lewis.
Fras. T. Stribling Ph
to / co letter
Jno W.
Davis Esq
May 5 1860
Wests. L. Asylum, Va,
Dear Sir
Yours of 25 ult. has been recd. It affords the first authentic information, which has reached me, as to the death of Mr Peter Carr-- I had conceived for his character, a high appreciation & truly sympathize, with his family, in the loss they have sustained
You inform me, that you have been appointed curator for Mr Jas. H. Lewis, a patient in this institution I ask to be informed on certain points.
I send herewith a statement, from which you will perceive that on 30 Sept 1859 there was a balance due the asylum of $332.72 cts (If this balance be promptly paid interest will not be charged)--You will also learn from this Statement, that the annual charge for board, fuel, lights, washing, clothing & medical attendance for Mr Lewis, is $250.00 under the Law of Virginia, the Principal, as well as income, from his estate, is bound for his Expenses here.
Mr Carr usually made his remittances thro me,
because probably I am the Supdt. of the institution- In regard to Mr Lewis, any
check, forwarded to "Geo. Baylor, Treas", will be promptly acknowledged by him
& his recpt be a legal voucher- If
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however for any reason, you prefer, making remittance, thro me, I will cheerfully give the matter my attention &
return you treasurers recpt-
Please let me know, in what, the pecuniary interests of Mr Lewis, at present consists--what its actual value, & what the annual proceeds--
Mr Lewis physical health, continues good--He is however not merely destitute of sight & hearing--but his mind, in a most enfeebled condition--Mrs Carr has often learned my views as to his condition & prospects, thro my letters to her husband--I have nothing additional to report to her-- Be so good, as to assure her, of my sincere sympathy & kind regards
In much haste, & very respectfully yrs
F. T. S
Jno. W. Davis Esq
