Letter, John Grammer, Jr., Petersburg, Virginia to Martha Barton, Winchester, Virginia, 1824 July 1
Scope and Contents
Scope and Contents
Letter from John to his mother. The day he left Springdale, he met with William Page and his wife, and "old Mr. John Page" at Mr. Meade's. Traveled to Alexandria, and stayed with Dr. Wilmer. Visited Washington, Georgetown and Alexandria. Put his horse and gig on the steamboat and sailed to Norfolk. Met an old college friend on the boat, Mr. Gurley, who was sailing from Norfolk to the "African Colony." Also on the boat was Commodore Rodgers. Missed the boat to home, and spent a few days in Norfolk before getting home. Met with Mr. and Mrs. Foster, and Mr. Tanner.
Dates
- Creation: 1824 July 1
Creator
- From the Collection: Myers, Moses, 1752-1835 (Person)
- From the Collection: Myers, Barton, 1853-1927 (Person)
Language of Materials
English
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Extent
From the Collection: 11.00 Linear Feet
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections Research Center Repository