John M. Galt, Philadelphia, to Mrs. Mary D. Galt, Williamsburg, 1839 December 8
Scope and Contents
Scope and Contents Describes a social evening at Dr. Horner's. Understands the church will be finished by Christmas, but thinks it a shame it should be altered since "there are so very few... in the whole United States like it." Saw Williams Carter. Describes some of the churches. Inquires about Mr. Browne, the College, and Robert Tyler, and asks to be remembered to Miss Susan and Miss Williana. [Note: In 1839-1840 the interior of Bruton Parish Church was greatly altered and modernized. "Mr. Galt," Mr. Randolph, and Mr. Millington comprised a committee to discuss repairs with Mr. Swains of Norfolk.]
Dates
- Creation: 1839 December 8
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