16 January 1791

GW at Philadelphia. GW wrote to S.C. lawyer Edward Rutledge declaring his intention to tour the southern states after Congress adjourned on 3 March. He regretfully declined Rutledge’s offer to stay at his residence with his usual response to such invitations, that he wanted to avoid inconveniencing private families.

 

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16 January 1791
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