John M. Galt, Philadelphia, to Sally M. Galt, Williamsburg, 1839 November 24
Scope and Contents
Scope and Contents "The students have the most foolish practice of clapping every little thing that occurs in lecture." Finds clapping very common at public amusements. His reading medicine at home earlier is of great help. All the public buildings and many shops are lighted by gas. Gentlemen there have a higher respect for religion than they do in Virginia. Describes a visit at Dr. Harris'. Met the son of Dr. Seldon of Norfolk. Finds no one there as beautiful as Miss Elizabeth Tyler.
Dates
- Creation: 1839 November 24
Creator
- From the Collection: Galt family (Family)
- From the Collection: Galt, Alexander D. II, 1827-1863 (Person)
- From the Collection: Galt, Elizabeth Judith, 1816-1854 (Person)
- From the Collection: Galt, John Minson, 1744-1808 (Person)
- From the Collection: Galt, John Minson, 1819-1862 (Person)
- From the Collection: Galt, Rogers Harrison (Person)
- From the Collection: Galt, William Richard, 1818-1892 (Person)
Language of Materials
English
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Extent
From the Collection: 129.00 Linear Feet
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections Research Center Repository