Henry Tucker (1713-1787), The Grove Bermuda to St. George Tucker, 1772 April 10
Scope and Contents
Wrote last by Captain John Seymour who had rough passage. Mentioned death of Grandmother Frances (Tudor) Tucker on February 14. Received his letters by Captain Roberts. Is amazed at cost of education in Virginia. No higher at London in the Temple. Reverend Gwatkin good tutor but high. Had not expected St. George to undertake such academical education. Little logic, rhetoric, and small notion of mathematics all necessary for study of law. He mentions three-year stay here. Discussion of requirements for law. Fortunate Periant Trott gave up idea. Pendock Bruere's ? education in London will not cost £40 per annum. Thinks Tommy and Natty will stay in Charles Town instead of going to Norfolk. He can write in care of Richard Jennings. Fanny (Tucker) Tucker still in town. Mother (Anne (Butterfield) Tucker) met with all kindness at Bruere's. Greetings to Mr. Gwatkin.
Dates
- Creation: 1772 April 10
Creator
- From the Collection: Tucker-Coleman Family (Collector, Family)
- From the Collection: Coalter, John, 1769-1838 (Collector, Person)
- From the Collection: Coleman, Cynthia Beverley Tucker Washington, 1832-1908 (Collector, Person)
- From the Collection: Randolph, John, 1773-1833 (Collector, Person)
- From the Collection: Tucker, Henry St. George, 1780-1848 (Collector, Person)
- From the Collection: Tucker, St. George, 1752-1827 (Collector, Person)
Language of Materials
English
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Extent
From the Collection: 124.00 Linear Feet
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections Research Center Repository