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Scope and Contents There is little need for doctors with his regiment for the few who were wounded were not injured seriously. The enemy had 200 killed or wounded, 20 deserters and some prisoners. The enemy evacuated Hampton last night, but the inhabitants were not as ill-treated or plundered as feared. They left behind a large number of slaughtered anim as well as the dead and the stench is awful. A group of negroes were found near his house planning to plunder and burn it.

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Scope and Contents Dr. Jeffery has given his Galt's draft for $101.88. Since he wants to settle the hospital books he wishes Galt to send him a receipt for his half yearly salary. Mrs. Fitzhugh's daughter benefitted from the medicine, but needs some more. Mr. Lang will tell him about "the unfortunate affair which lately took place at Hampton."

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The writer mentions Judy and Sally. Some woman, who is pregnant, was very upset by the "Exaggerated reports from Hampton," which reached her before the writer's letter. Fragment.

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Scope and Contents Col. Walker's regiment has been ordered out and feared Dr. Galt had been summoned too as surgeon. She was worried about the situation in Hampton but feels there is little to fear now if the soldiers fight as bravely as they have. She dined today with Mr. Waddel, son of the celebrated preacher. There was a Methodist meeting about half a mile from here, but it was too warm to go. Great need for rain as everything is burnt up.

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Scope and Contents The account is for advertising a house robbery. Payment received by Jesse Cole for Shields and Giraidun.

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The account, July 4-October 4, is for tuition of Gabriel Williamson.

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She hopes he will have a comfortable dwelling. It is to be shingled. She suggests that he buy household goods in Richmond for things are so expensive here. She offers a place for them to stay until their house is ready.

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Scope and Contents He has examined Judge Nelson's house and finds that it is not in satisfactory repair to be occupied. It will need to be shingled and the workmen told Judge Nelson that they will be finished in a fortnight. He has leased the "old house" to Mr. McCandlish for three years at $100 per annum with the rent being used to put the house in a state of repair. Mr. Saunders has been confined to bed.

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An acount for a set of dining "best china" valued at $70.

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He thanks him for the $130 and apologizes for having to ask him, but compelled to by necessity. Has received payment for one year's board for Miss Mary (Molly) Craig, and $60 for the present quarter.

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The tax slip is for $58.50 owed on lot 30, the Old City Tavern. The payment was received November 24, 1813 from Mrs. Elizabeth Galt by John Seabrook, Collector.

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The account of $5.37 is owed for wagon hire, a horse and purchase of cheese.

Scope and Contents Scope and Contents "I have barely time to give you the distressing news of the loss of Hampton. The Enemy landed it is said Eleven hundred men at N.P. News and came up the Creek with 300 Barges. Our gallant fellows fought bravely 2 1/2 hours about 250 opposed 1100 and forced their way thro: then at the Cross Roads- just before you get to H- The other part opposed the boats. Corbin distinquished himself- is the only officer wounded- his arm splinted by a ball and one thro his leg, he is safe-...

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The indenture is for selling some slaves. Fragment.

Scope and Contents Scope and Contents Brother Jack's wife had a baby. Patrick is going into the army and Dick into the navy. Bertrand has not been exchanged, so can do nothing. Nothing has been done with the old house, which Mr. McCandlish is anxious to lease and repair. The Doctor's family is still very sick. Aunt Galt is sick. Aunt Browne's second son, Bob, died. Another Browne married, but his wife died within two weeks. Fragment. [Note: Patrick is Patrick Galt (1797-1851), Dick, his twin brother Dickie...

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The account, 1810-1812, is for levies and taxes owed.

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Scope and Contents The order is to send some thick red flannel.

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The account, February 5-16, 1813, is for printing tickets for the funeral of John E. Galt, and bills for the sale of the "old City Tavern," the work costing $4.50.

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Scope and Contents He did not know of the debt to Mr. Byrd, but will pay it as soon as possible. Feels will need to use "the force of the law" to collect the debts. "The Squadron has quitted our waters except two 74'-which, it is supposed will with the first opportunity." Does not want to serve his tour of duty, although he is willing to make any sacrifices for his country.

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Scope and Contents Since pressing him for the debt, he has come into some money from another source and will not need it for another year. He has been ill, but is better. On reverse is note, April 6, 1813, Norfolk, William Browne to Dr. A.D. Galt wanting him to see how successfully the matter has worked out.

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An account, January 4-April 4, 1813, for Gabriel Williamson's schooling.

Scope and Contents From the Collection: Professional and personal papers; 1745-1892; of the Galt family of Williamsburg, Virginia. Papers primarily concern the Galt family's work at the Eastern State Hospital, including apothecary shop daybooks, account books, medical daybooks, clinical notebooks, weather diaries, commonplace books, reports, medical notes, lecture notes, correspondence, and other. The personal papers consist of diaries, letters, scrapbooks, school notes, financial papers, memoirs, and other material....

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Scope and Contents The letter requests him to pay R. Jefferys $101.88.

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Scope and Contents Mr. Stuart died. Caty Travis was married last Thursday. Sally has mended and Mr. Browne insists on taking her to the springs this week. She had planned to cross the Bay, but on getting to Matthews Court House found out that British ships were in sight and none of the cowards would take her across.

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Scope and Contents She is sorry to hear that he has been ill and wants him to go to the country with them. Mr. Browne does not want her to stay here this fall, but she is much better and gained some weight. Mr. Waller has died. Mr. John Waller has outlived all his sons, so his daughter or grandsons will inherit his property.