Doctor Thomas Tudor Tucker, New York, New York to Honorable? St. George Tucker, 1788 August 26
Scope and Contents
Encloses letter from parent Mrs. Anne (Butterfield) Tucker informing of dangerous illness of sister (Mrs. Frances (Bruere) ? Tucker). Both capable of feeling in fullest force distress of brother (Henry Tucker). Thanks for favor by son Richard Randolph who had short passage from Norfolk. Wishes for long conversation on subject of Natty (Nathaniel Tucker). Has not been able to read Swedenborg's books. Thinks he is under fanaticism. Natty's practice increased lately. John Randolph of Roanoke indisposed. Took him from college to own lodgings. Theodorick had attacks of fever. In appointment for as much of federal year as will run out present constitution. March long agreed on in Congress for meeting of new legislature. Contest betwixt this city and Philadelphia for place. Fears aristocratic influence of Philadelphia. Remembrances to children, Maria Rind, Miss Betty and friends.
Dates
- Creation: 1788 August 26
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