John Coalter (1771-1838), Elm Grove near Staunton, Virginia to St. George Tucker, Williamsburg, Virginia, 1805 June 14
Scope and Contents
Thanks for approbation of late purchase of Elm Grove property. If Tucker can sell own plantation or house with 150 or 200 acres of land for tolerable price, shall feel easy. Has not yet closed contract with brother (Micajah Coalter). Has contract on anvil which hopes will be more advantageous. Mrs. Lelia (Skipwith) Carter Tucker writes that Nathaniel Beverley Tucker appears happy. Polly (Mary Coalter) appears equally so. Dreads relapse if they should be together this summer. Sometimes believed she had not partaken of malady, but her great philosophy of forbearance under trials weakened own faith. Like harassment from another quarter. Wishes parties to remain separated. Difficulty of disposing of Beverley for summer. Glad to hear from Beverley that Bizarre fixed upon for summer residence. Hopes he can be with them short time. In July when Henry St. George Tucker here.
Dates
- Creation: 1805 June 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