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Interview with Dolley Payne Madison

Saturday, March 19, 2011

12 January 1811 Author: I must say, you don’t look much at all like your portrait. I mean that in a good way. What is your secret? Dolley: (giggles) Jemmy thinks so, too. I’ve made a number of lifestyle changes since Mr Stuart did this one. Sukey and I are out riding nearly every day [...]

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Interviews with Sukey

Monday, March 14, 2011

12 November 1810 Author: How long have you been Mrs Madison’s personal servant? Sukey: For six years, ever since I was eight years old. Author: What is she like? Sukey: Mizz Dolley? She is just like you see her. Mostly. Not too many secrets.

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