Jim D. Galt, University of Virginia, to William R. Galt, Buchanan, Virginia, [1851?] January 15
Scope and Contents
Scope and Contents Just learned from Ma [his step-mother, Mary Ann Raincock Galt] of the death of Uncle Patrick Galt. Fears Alexander is ruining his health by too constant work as a sculptor. Understands Zander is highly spoken of in Europe. Agrees with Zander that William should have left Norfolk long before. Discusses his course of study, professors, and fears about certain courses. Miss Tucker, a sister of Mrs. [Gessner?] Harrison, died recently. A southern rights association has been formed at the University, but he has not joined.
Dates
- Creation: [1851?] January 15
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