Henry St. George Tucker, Washington, to St. George Tucker, 1818 March 18
Scope and Contents
Agrees with father on bankruptcy bill and contemplated extension of credit in sales of public lands. Voted against credit bill which was project of those disappointed by rejection of Irish petition. Debate on internal improvements is ended. His speeches will appear in the Winchester paper and Intelligencer. President will sign road bill through constitutionalists voted against it. Bill for furniture of president's house is subject of debate. Washington had no appropriation, had only $25,000 and old furnture of president of Congress. Adams had $14,000. Last year, $20,000 was voted and it has already been exceeded 10,000 and another $30,000 asked for. Self is amazed at display of luxury, pomp, and elegance at White House. Sees nothing of William Wirt although is much occupied.
Dates
- Creation: 1818 March 18
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