Thomas Tudor Tucker (1745-1828), Washington, D. C. to St. George Tucker, 1808 April 7
Scope and Contents
Returns letters from unfortunate sister Mrs. Jane Tucker in London. Her resources scanty for large family since recent death of husband, Nathaniel Tucker. Had supposed brother's medical practice manifold more profitable than now appears. Does not wonder his spirits depressed with so great dropping off, especially when occasioned by preference to vain coxcomb with less merit. Shall write sister by New York c/o Richard J. Tucker. Remembrances to sister (Mrs. Lelia (Skipwith) Carter Tucker) and daughter (Mrs. Mary Walker (Carter) Cabell). Enclosed letters from nephew John Tucker shows he has not lost affectionate sensibility. He and brother George Tucker lieutenant-colonels. John wounded at Monte Video and went to England with General Anchmuty's dispatches. Sent self printed account of expedition. Officers received thanks of both houses of Parliament. He (J. T.) received from Patriotic Society vase of £100 value. Brother (Henry Tucker of St. George) with slender means educated and put forward into honorable stations every individual of numerous family. Also left widow in easy circumstances. Enclosures not present. Memo of Mrs. Jane Tucker's address and calculations concerning stock and cash.
Dates
- Creation: 1808 April 7
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