Thomas Tudor Tucker, Washington, D. C. to St. George Tucker, 1823 May 3
Scope and Contents
Grief at St. George's slow recovery. Saw enclosed advertisement on Philadelphia paper. Inquired of apothecaries and shopkeepers who promised to procure it. Two boxes to be sent by first conveyance. Prays for its operation in St. George's case. Suspects his violent cold is influenza which has prevailed here. Self had it two months. Concerned that sister (Lelia (Skipwith) Carter Tucker) under complaints. Glad her daughter (Mary Walker (Carter) Cabell) still with them. Will give self pleasure to see Joseph Cabell if comes to this place. Laments Mrs. Cary's declining state. Remembrances to Mrs. (Margaret Lowther) Page and Mrs. Campbell with their families. Sends Dr. Philip and Mrs. Barraud regards. Last letter from Richard J. Tucker, informs sisters (Mrs. Frances Tucker Tucker and Elizabeth Tucker) in usual state. Delighted with Scotch niece's Mrs. Jane Boswell Tucker. Affectionate regard for husband's (Henry St. George Tucker) relations. Pleased that Harry writes of her in terms that manifest his affection. Encloses letter from Nathaniel Beverley Tucker telling of his health. Had like intelligence of Henry St. George Tucker and family lately. Enclosure. .Endorsed by St. George Tucker concerning answering above letter and enclosing Elizabeth Tucker's letter.
Dates
- Creation: 1823 May 3
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