Theodorick Bland (1742-1790), Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Frances (Bland) Randolph Tucker, Bizarre, Virginia (To the care of his Excellency the Governor of Virginia), 1781 August 14
Scope and Contents
Letters during last invasion were directed to her in care of Governor or of Marquis. Has been visited twice by ? Harleston who has given him intelligence concerning them and his affairs. Received their favors by Captain Archer. Verified story of his loss (Farmingdale). Tempted to put Randolph boys in college here. It is school of some reputation. Will defer until October when he hopes to see them. Still hopes to obtain tutor. The burletta on Fairy Hill does honor to author. 200 or 300 Whig inhabitants arrived from Charlestown. Their distress makes own misfortunes lighter. Kit and Isaac eloped from here three months ago. Patsy (Martha (Dangerfield) Bland, wife) and Bob (son?) are well. Fleet conveying (Admiral George Brydges) Rodney's plunder from St. Eustatia to England was taken and carried into France. Is said French have also taken four East Indiamen. Congress has agreed to make up depreciation of medical staff of the army. Warrant will be granted on purveyor's report. Brother (Thomas Tudor Tucker) will receive pay.
Dates
- Creation: 1781 August 14
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