Thomas Tudor Tucker, Washington, D. C. to St. George Tucker, 1821 June 14
Scope and Contents
Laments occasion that takes him and dear good sister (Lelia (Skipwith) Carter Tucker) to springs. Prays both may return restored to health. Hopes he found John Coalter and dear daughters (Frances Lelia Coalter, Elizabeth Tucker) Coalter well. Particularly that Frances is recovered. Perceived sufferings of young Dr. Barraud ended. Sympathizes with his excellent parents and friends. Regards to Mrs. Campbell, Mrs. Page and other friends. Letter from nephew Richard J. Tucker informs dear sisters and other Bermuda friends nearly as usual. Believes good sister Jane's (Tucker) sickness and that of son drew her into greater expense than otherwise incurred. Fees at college greater than had been counted on. Regrets St.. George made larger contributions than consistent with convenience. To send £150 in fall. By that time hopes James (Tucker) to provide for himself. Mrs. Wilson and Miss Margaret Dashiell tender best wishes. Mrs. Sarah Dashiell Stone acknowledges obigations to St. George. William Wirt recoverd cheerful healthy countenance. Mrs. Wirt seemed seemed pretty well. Both desired to be rememberd. Gratification at Edinburgh letter. Sees no word of Col. John Tucker, their nephew although wife and children mentioned. Thinks heard something of his going to South America to join patriots. Asks why his namesake quit sea service. At loss to know why Herny Tucker seems to have no connection with Lord Welsy. Highly eulogized by him in India. May heaven bless dearest brother and his dear wife.
Dates
- Creation: 1821 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