Thomas Tudor Tucker (1745-1828), Washington, D.C. to St. George Tucker, 1826 November 9
Scope and Contents
Rejoices sister (Mrs. Lelia (Skipwith) Carter Tucker) recovered. Also that St. George relieved by Austin’s remedy. Gratified that Polly (Mrs. Mary Walker (Carter) Cabell) enjoys health and that Mrs. (Lelia (Barraud) ?) Baker restored to health. Apprehensive Mrs. Baker’s parents (Doctor and Mrs. Philip) Barraud are friends who would be visited by fresh affliction. Presumes their meeting will be soon as fever at Norfolk appears ceased. Returns Doctor H(enry) W. T(ucker)’s letter. Pleased to read favorable account of Betsy’s son. Hopes St. George’s generosity will enable Betsy’s son to assist mother and sister. Sends letter from nephew Richard (J. Tucker). sister (Elizabeth Tucker) reviving from gloom. Painful to self that nephew Harry (Henry Tucker) again meditating visit to this country. His scanty resources should be husbanded for support of wife and daughter. At this time state of country affords no encouragement even to those who have funds. Enclosure not present.
Dates
- Creation: 1826 November 9
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