Box Series 2, Box 3
Contains 232 Results:
Account of Dr. A.D. Galt with Mildred Bowden, 1835 May 29
An account, April 24-May 29, for various meats.
Elizabeth J. Galt, Williamsburg, to Mary Tyler, Gloucester Place, 1835 May
Scope and Contents She finds everyone attacked by "the Alabama fever" and the "Texas Malady," including "Brother John" [J.M.Galt II?]. She shares news of many friends, most of whom are identified only by initials. A.S. has returned from a five year absence from the United States during which he travelled seventy five thousand miles. Thoughts on compliments. "People would think it... strange for me to leave home." She had four "disconsolate Swines [swains]" escort her home from church.
Folder 26, 1835 June-August
Public Output Disabled.
Mary Tyler,Gloucester Place, to Elizabeth J. Galt, Williamsburg, 1835 June 3-8
Scope and Contents She wishes Elizabeth had not been in Richmond when ________ passed through Williamsburg. Gloucester is quite gay. She mentions Dr. Byrd and Mr. Clark.
Elizabeth Galt, Williamsburg, to Mary Tyler, Gloucester Place, 1835 June 6
Burwell Bassett, Philadelphia, to Elizabeth J. Galt, Williamsburg, 1835 June 10
Scope and Contents He has just been to a flower exhibit that he wishes he could adequately describe. He wishes Elizabeth and "Sal" Sally M. Galt could have seen it.
Burwell Bassett, Philadelphia, to Elizabeth J. Galt, Williamsburg, 1835 June 12
Scope and Contents At the horticulural exhibit the strawberries were superior to those in Virginia, but the cherries were inferior. Comments on Elizabeth's letter with its news of friends.
Burwell Bassett, Philadelphia, to Elizabeth J. Galt, Williamsburg, 1835 June 15
Scope and Contents He plans to return to Williamsburg by the Fourth of July.
Mary Tyler, Gloucester Place, to Elizabeth J. Galt, Williamsburg, 1835 June 15
Scope and Contents She shares her thoughts on love of __________. "I think this having bridesmaids is a foolish custom, you are the only person I love well enough to desire to act for me." She wonders how long Caroline will visit Elizabeth. She is getting well again. She mentions Cousin George and Aunt Douglas.
Account of Dr. Alexander D. Galt with Henry Edloe, 1835 June 20
An account, January 3- June 20, totaling $118.14. Paid July 1, 1835.
Cary (Caroline Lambert), Richmond, to Elizabeth J. Galt, Williamsburg, 1835 June
Scope and Contents She recounts details of a visit by friends. She is reading Dr. Combe's book on Phrenology, and has "a plaster cast of a head, with all the organs numbered..." Mary spent an evening with them. She sends messages for John and Bob Tyler.
Cary (Caroline Lambert), Richmond, to Elizabeth Galt, Williamsburg, 1835 June
Scope and Contents She believes Elizabeth is influenced by the "little God" [Cupid?]. She has just finished Mrs. Trollope's Paris and the Parisians, which she was pleased with. She has been reading the Rambler but finds the Spectator better.
Account of Thomas Mutter's estate with A. D. Galt, 1835 June
Mary Tyler, Gloucester Place, to Elizabeth J. Galt, Williamsburg, 1835 July 8
Scope and Contents Mary writes, "We have a house full according to custom."
Mary Tyler to Elizabeth J. Galt, Williamsburg, 1835 July 13
Scope and Contents Mary writes that ________ is to leave soon, but they plan on being married before the new year. Mary C. Tyler is to be married there July 30. She mentions Sally Page and Virginia Southall.
Mary Tyler, Gloucester Place, to Elizabeth J. Galt, Williamsburg, 1835 July 15-16
Scope and Contents She finds herself very busy making wedding clothes. She is often sick. They have a houseful of guests. She imagines some people from Williamsburg will go to York to see the President while he is there. "I love those who love me, I like every one." She mentions Albert, Virginia, Maria, Samuell, and Aunt Betsy.
Mary Tyler, Gloucester Place, to Elizabeth J. Galt, Williamsburg, 1835 July 20
Scope and Contents She shares news of the neighborhood, her family, and what others say about ________. She hopes Elizabeth will set her cap for several young men who will soon be visiting.
Cary (Caroline Lambert), Richmond, to Elizabeth J. Galt, Williamsburg, 1835 July 23
Scope and Contents She is tired of having people think she is engaged to someone she does not care for. Postscript by M.I. Postians [?].
Mary Tyler, Gloucester Place, to Elizabeth J. Galt, Williamsburg, 1835 July 26
Scope and Contents She is disappointed that Alexander won't let her take care of chosing his gig. She is upset by rumors that her father disapproves of her engagement. She understands that G.W.S. is to be married and expects it is to either Emily Booker or Christianna Pryor.
Mary Tyler to Elizabeth J. Galt, Williamsburg, 1835 July 29-August 2
Scope and Contents She had a misunderstanding with ________, but it is all cleared up. She pleads with Mrs. Galt to let Dr. Williamson bring Elizabeth over.
Elizabeth Galt, Williamsburg, to Mary Tyler, Gloucester Place, 1835 July 29
Scope and Contents She has all best wishes for Mary's future happiness.
Elizabeth Anne Gatewood Williamson, Norfolk, to Mrs. Mary D. Galt, Williamsburg, 1835 August 2
Scope and Contents Gabriel [Galt Williamson] is finally better, after suffering [sunstroke or sunburn] when they went to the Bay Shore for the writer's health. The baby [Elizabeth Williamson, born March 29, 1835] is well. "As you know we Norfolk people think it death to go to Williamsburg in... August and September." She expects John [Galt Williamson] imminently. She shares news of other Williamsons.
Mary Tyler, Gloucester Place, to Elizabeth J. Galt, Williamsburg, 1835 August 5
Scope and Contents She dreads not seeing [?] for four to six weeks.
Account of Dr. A.D. Galt with Captain, 1835 August 6
Lively for planking. Autograph Account. The letter is badly stained.
Elizabeth J. Galt, Williamsburg, to Mary Tyler, Gloucester Place, 1835 August 12
Scope and Contents She understands Mary looked lovely at the wedding [of Mary C. Tyler]. She share her thoughts on if one can truly love more than once. She cannot visit since mother is unwell, and there is more to do in this season than in any other.