Doctor Thomas Tudor Tucker, Charleston, South Carolina to St. George Tucker c/o Hon John Page, Williamsburg, Virginia, 1777 August 21
Scope and Contents
Sent him letters from Bermuda by Durham Hall. Had sent by Colonel Laurens more that came with Captain Tynes. Letter from father (Colonel Henry Tucker) by Clems. Congers. One in hands of Messrs. Blakes to be forwarded with this to St. George. Father apprehensive of Dispatch.T. Savage did not choose to underwrite alone. No possibility of getting insurance. Simmons disappointed in bills to make payment for third of Phoenix. Affairs relating to vessel and merchandising. Polly Evans and babes (Nancy and Henry Tucker) well. Perceives George Evans? feels want of liberal education. West Indian and European goods at enormous price here. Stephen Seymour made large profit on cargo of beef, flour, etc. Armed vessels on coast. Frank Morgan came in from unsuccessful cruise. Chased by brig. His brother Charles Morgan may fall in with vessels. Requests copy of profile of dearest Hester (Mrs. Esther (Evans) Tucker). "To the care of the Honble John Page Esqr."
Dates
- Creation: 1777 August 21
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