John W.H. Parker, Drummond Town, to Benjamin F. Garrett, Williamsburg, Virginia, 1842 April 24
Scope and Contents
Scope and Contents Has just returned from a trip to Northampton County, accompanied by his cousin Miss Wise; saw many young ladies in Northampton that he (BFG) is not acquainted with, mentioning Miss Neale, Miss Wilson, Miss Ellen Upshur, Miss S. Parker, Miss Mary Tazewell, and Miss Skipwith; mentions that having an "excellent heart... is the estimable quality in a young lady"; is "anxious to see the Alumni Association put into full and complete operation" and believes that "a glorious institution may be established" regarding the association; informs him that his friend Jno. G. Upshur is "as true a friend of Wm. & Mary as can be found anywhere. He vindicated her character and claims to the patronage of the south in a handsomely written and spirited argument in the Richmond Enquirer last year after his visit"; is looking forward to seeing everyone on the fourth of July.
Dates
- Creation: 1842 April 24
Creator
- From the Collection: Garrett, Robert M., 1807-1885 (Person)
Language of Materials
English
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Extent
From the Collection: 2.00 Linear Feet
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections Research Center Repository