Henry Tucker (1713-1787), The Grove, Port Royal, Bermuda to St. George Tucker, 1775 May 18
Scope and Contents
Heard by Captain Seymour that George Tucker and Billy Hall had arrived. Useless to suggest that he return home until troublesome times are settled. Heard of engagement at N. England with King's forces and provincials. Report of general embargo in America. Council and Assembly of Bermuda are meeting to consider food supplies. Captain Hinson gone to Virginia, but may be detained. Hopes he can get corn. Has written also to Doctor Campbell and Billy Hall for help. Legislature plans to regulate prices. Can be silent, but cannot offer assistance to colonies. Thomas (Tudor Tucker) has settled at Dorchester, 20 miles from Charles Town. Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) was to sail for London on 10th with Captain Gun. John Savage and family to go also. Wants a box of candles sent. Morris not arrived. May have gone to West Indies. Will write again if anything occurs before Basset sails.
Dates
- Creation: 1775 May 18
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