John H. Strobia, Richmond, to Elizabeth J. Galt, Williamsburg, 1842 May 14
Scope and Contents
Scope and Contents News of the family, especially illnesses. Financial matters concerning the "old tavern," which Parker rents. Mr. Enders willl soon be entitled to half the rent, as he has John's and Gabriel's shares. "I congratulate you all on your escape from the Fire, and am truly sorry for John's loss by water; I hope the vessel is yet safe, and that he will yet get his collection of valuable Books." Mentions Mr. Hodges and John Hall. [Note: According to an entry in the Diary kept by Alexander Galt, Jr., in 1841-1842 (Galt Papers), a fire occurred on April 4, 1842, starting at 2 a.m. The fire destroyed or damaged at least eight structures, and come within 3-4 lots of the Galt's house.]
Dates
- Creation: 1842 May 14
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