Diary of Washington; From the First Day of October, 1789, to the Tenth Day of March, 1790

This historic book may have numerous typos, missing text, images, or index. Purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. 1858. Not illustrated. Excerpt: ... my reviewing the Militia, or seeing them perform manoeuvres, otherwise than as a private man, I could do no more than pass along the line; which, if he thought proper, might be under arms to receive me at that time. These matters being settled, the Committee and the Aid (Col Hale) set forward on their return--and after breakfast I ollowed. The same Gentlemen who had escorted me into, conducting me out of Town. On the Line between Worcester and Middlesex I was met by a Troop of light Horse belonging to the latter, who Escorted me to Marlborough, (16 miles) where we dined, and thence to Weston (14 more where we lodged.) At Marlborough we met Mr. Jonathan Jackson, the Marshall of this State, who proposed to attend me whilst I remained in it. A good part of the Road from Spencer to Worcester is Hilly, and except a little nearest the latter, very stony. From Worcester to Marlborough the road is uneven but not bad--and from Marlborh. to Weston it is leveller, with more sand. Between Worcester and Marlborough the Town of Shrewsbury is passed-- and between Marlborough and Weston you go through Sudbury. The Country about Worcester and onwards towards Boston is better improved and the lands of better quality than we travelled through yesterday. The Crops it is said have been good. Indian Corn, Rye. Buckwheat and grass--with Beef Cattle and Pork, are the produce of these Farms. Saturday, 24th. Dressed by Seven o'clock, and set out at eight--at ten we arrived in Cambridge, according to appointment; but most of the Militia having a distance to come, were not in line till after eleven; they made however an excellent appearance, with Gcnl. Brooks at their Head. At this place the Lieut. Gotf. Mr. Saml. Adams, with the Executive Council, met me and proceeded my ...