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Box Series 2, Box 5

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John F. Bryan to Doctor John M. Galt, Williamsburg, 1841 January 1

 Item — Box: Series 2, Box 5, Folder: 45
Identifier: id87772
Scope and Contents

Scope and Contents Concerning Galt's purchase or hire of a slave and her children.

Dates: 1841 January 1

John M. Galt, Philadelphia, to A.D. Galt, Jr., Williamsburg, 1841 January 7

 Item — Box: Series 2, Box 5, Folder: 45
Identifier: id87774
Scope and Contents

Scope and Contents receives the Richmond Whig, and is glad to hear his brother gets the Albion. News of the theatres in Philadelphia. Mentions Mrs. Fields, Donally of Kanawha County, and Dr. Jackson.

Dates: 1841 January 7

Account of John M. Galt with Thomas Thorne, Merchant Tailor, Philadelphia, 1841 January 9

 Item — Box: Series 2, Box 5, Folder: 45
Identifier: id87778
Scope and Contents

Scope and Contents Account from November 14, 1840-January 1, 1841. Fragment.

Dates: 1841 January 9

Anna J. Galt, Norfolk, to William. R. Galt, University of Virginia, [1841?] January 11

 Item — Box: Series 2, Box 5, Folder: 45
Identifier: id87779
Scope and Contents

Scope and Contents Describes Richard Drummond's accidental shooting of himself. He is still alive, but there is little hope of his recovering. The doctor says her eyes will gradully improve and within 20 years will be almost well. News of various friends. C. Williamson lost his job in the bank for being "a perfect sot." Alexander translates well and will probably be a good scholar. The library has been moved to the Academy.

Dates: [1841?] January 11

Alexander Galt, Jr. to William. R. Galt, University of Virginia, [1841 January 11?]

 Item — Box: Series 2, Box 5, Folder: 45
Identifier: id87780
Scope and Contents

Scope and Contents The upper story of the Academy is to be made into a Museum.

Dates: [1841 January 11?]

Alexander Galt, Sr., Norfolk, to William R. Galt, University of Virginia, [1841 January 11?]

 Item — Box: Series 2, Box 5, Folder: 45
Identifier: id87781
Scope and Contents

Scope and Contents Will sound out Dr. Seldon on the subject of William getting a position at the Academy. Goes to sit up with Dick Drummond. [Note: These three letters are on one sheet.]

Dates: [1841 January 11?]

Alexander Galt, Jr., Norfolk, to William R. Galt, University of Virginia, [1841?] January 12

 Item — Box: Series 2, Box 5, Folder: 45
Identifier: id87782
Scope and Contents

Scope and Contents Describes their ice skating. Jim cut his leg with the hatchet. Paul has just returned from three months at sea. News of Mr. Drummond's accident.

Dates: [1841?] January 12

John M. Galt, Philadelphia, to Elizabeth J. Galt, Williamsburg, 1841 January 14

 Item — Box: Series 2, Box 5, Folder: 45
Identifier: id87783
Scope and Contents

Scope and Contents While family does not want him to stay after he passes the examinations, he feels he must, so that he is familiar with the actual practice of medicine. Discusses Goethe, Carlyle, and Shelley, and theatrical productions he has seen. Mentions Miss Magdalen Swift, Dr. Jackson, and Dr. Everett.

Dates: 1841 January 14

John M. Galt, Philadelphia, to Sally M. Galt, Williamsburg, 1841 January 22

 Item — Box: Series 2, Box 5, Folder: 45
Identifier: id87784
Scope and Contents

Scope and Contents Thoughts on the superior conversational abilities of women, especially mature ones, over that of men. Specie is now less scarce. Mentions Mr. Rose, Miss Riche, Dr. and Mrs. Berkley, Mrs. Semple, the Tylers, Fanny Kemble, Lightfoot, Mr. Gravit, Miss Missouri, Mr. Butt, Dr. Barton, and Frank Johnson's Negro band.

Dates: 1841 January 22

Alexander Galt, Sr., Norfolk, to William R. Galt, University of Virginia, 1841 January 25

 Item — Box: Series 2, Box 5, Folder: 45
Identifier: id87787
Scope and Contents

Scope and Contents News of the family. John Tyler assured "uncle Dick" that he will notify him of any move to oust Galt from his position as Postmaster. Mentions Dr. Selden and Otway Barraud.

Dates: 1841 January 25

John M. Galt, Philadelphia, to Dr. A.D. Galt, Williamsburg, 1841 January 28

 Item — Box: Series 2, Box 5, Folder: 45
Identifier: id87789
Scope and Contents

Scope and Contents Discusses a new theory of digestion, in which pepsin is considered the digestive agent. Comments on various physicians he has come in contact with. Mentions Mr. Seawall from Kentucky, Seldon, and Dr. Mitchell.

Dates: 1841 January 28

Alexander Galt, Sr. to William R. Galt, University of Virginia, 1841 February 1

 Item — Box: Series 2, Box 5, Folder: 45
Identifier: id87791
Scope and Contents

Scope and Contents Family news. Mentions the Archers, Sally Anderson, Mr. Turner (assistant at Staunton Deaf and Blind Seminary), M. E. Valentine, Miss Harwood, Richard Drummond, R. Alfried, Mr. Francis, Dr. Selden, and Robert Timberlake.

Dates: 1841 February 1

A.D. Galt, Williamsburg, to John M. Galt, Philadelphia, 1841 February 2-3

 Item — Box: Series 2, Box 5, Folder: 45
Identifier: id87793
Scope and Contents

Scope and Contents Gabriel Williamson is there on a short visit from his ship, and predicts war with England within six months. Discusses various doctors, the family's health, Aleck, their driver, and the very hard rains they have had.

Dates: 1841 February 2-3

[Elizabeth J. Galt?], Williamsburg, to John M. Galt, Philadelphia, 1841 February 3

 Item — Box: Series 2, Box 5, Folder: 45
Identifier: id87795
Scope and Contents

Scope and Contents Various young ladies, including Lucy Burwell, and Missouri, continually talk about John. News of Williamsburg society. Mr. Millington showed her snuff boxes given him by the Mechanicks Institute, Parliament, and his daughter in Liverpool. Mentions Mr. Warner Taliaferro, Mrs. Sheldon, Mr. Saunders, Anna Blair, the Tylers, Edmund Murdaugh, Mr. Farras, Mr. Rhone, Mr. Royal, Mr. Armistead, Dick Gatewood, Henry Anderson, William Taliaferro, the Tuckers, and the Henlys.

Dates: 1841 February 3

Mary D. Galt, Williamsburg, to John M. Galt, Philadelphia, [1841 February 3?]

 Item — Box: Series 2, Box 5, Folder: 45
Identifier: id87797
Scope and Contents

Scope and Contents Leaves money maters to Elizabeth and visiting to Sally. Tom M[illington?] is very dissipated. [Note: These two letters are on one sheet of paper. The former may be a joint effort of Elizabeth and Sally Galt for while there is no break, the handwriting changes markedly.]

Dates: [1841 February 3?]

Account of Alexander Galt, Jr. with Samuel L. Bright, 1841 February 4

 Item — Box: Series 2, Box 5, Folder: 45
Identifier: id87799
Scope and Contents

Scope and Contents An account, November 14, 1840- February 4, 1841, for $44.60 for 11 loads of oat hay.

Dates: 1841 February 4

John M. Galt, Philadelphia, to Mrs. Mary D. Galt, Williamsburg, 1841 February 4

 Item — Box: Series 2, Box 5, Folder: 45
Identifier: id87800
Scope and Contents

Scope and Contents Describes the system of examinations he will undergo. Wants any money remitted to be in Virginia money, which has lately been at par and is rarely more than 2 or 3 cents on the dollar. Finds the banks "abominable." The United States Bank has gone under or at least has had to suspend payments.

Dates: 1841 February 4

John M. Galt, Philadelphia, to A.D. Galt, Jr., Williamsburg, 1841 February 7

 Item — Box: Series 2, Box 5, Folder: 45
Identifier: id87801
Scope and Contents

Scope and Contents More on the closing of the United States Bank and others. News of the medical school. Fears Mr. Millington will be offered one of the chairs at the University and therefore leave Williamsburg.

Dates: 1841 February 7

John M. Galt, Philadelphia, to Sally M. Galt, Williamsburg, 1841 February 11

 Item — Box: Series 2, Box 5, Folder: 45
Identifier: id87803
Scope and Contents

Scope and Contents Feels sure "Rose" is courting Elizabeth Tyler. Describes a "Tippecanoe ball" for defraying election expenses. Mentions Miss Missouri and Captian Maryot. Discusses current fashions, including long hair, short cloaks, and mantillas.

Dates: 1841 February 11

Cary (Caroline Lambert Harrison), Richmond, to Elizabeth Galt, Williamsburg, 1841 February 12

 Item — Box: Series 2, Box 5, Folder: 45
Identifier: id87807
Scope and Contents Scope and Contents Many parties were given in her honor. Inquires about Bob Tyler and his wife, and wonders if the report about the separation of his brother [John] is true. News of the family. Mentions Miss Tompkins, Dr. Empie, and Mrs. Semple. [Note: Caroline Lambert married William Mortimer Harrison November 10, 1840. Robert Tyler married Priscilla Cooper in 1839, while John Tyler married Mattie Rochelle in 1838. The latter marriage was very unhappy and, while the report of a separation...
Dates: 1841 February 12

Alexander Galt, Jr., Norfolk, to William R. Galt, University of Virginia, 1841 February 17

 Item — Box: Series 2, Box 5, Folder: 45
Identifier: id87808
Scope and Contents

Scope and Contents Mr. Hon wants a copy plate of large and small hands like William gave Alexander. Mentions Dr. Whitehead, Buck, Mr. Drummond, Jim Maurice, and Mr. Lyne. A prank in school.

Dates: 1841 February 17

James Galt to William R. Galt, 1841 February 17

 Item — Box: Series 2, Box 5, Folder: 45
Identifier: id87810
Scope and Contents

Scope and Contents Regrets getting drunk at Christmas. Hopes the Whigs will not turn out their father. Has been skating with Zander.

Dates: 1841 February 17

Alexander Galt, Norfolk, to William R. Galt, University of Virginia, 1841 February 18

 Item — Box: Series 2, Box 5, Folder: 45
Identifier: id87814
Scope and Contents Scope and Contents Has discussed Sawny [Alexander Jr.]'s schooling with Mr. Hen, who was very pleased. Dick Gatewood discussed the position of officeholders with John Tyler, and was told that the latter was quite unhappy with the situation in Washington. Feels the Southern Whigs will soon split. Mentions Mallory, Major Charles H. Smith, Cols. Todd and Chambers (who spoke of President-elect Harrison's views on remov and appointments), Dr. Wilson, Captain Cornick, and Mr. Ritchie of...
Dates: 1841 February 18

Alexina Galt, Norfolk, to William R. Galt, 1841 February 19

 Item — Box: Series 2, Box 5, Folder: 45
Identifier: id87817
Scope and Contents

Scope and Contents Mr. Pierce still insists that William become a minister. There is to be a Ball in Portsmouth, and they have invited Gabriella to come down. Mr. Lyne is on the Pennsylvania which is to take the place of the Delaware. The latter is being readied for a cruise in the Mediterranean. Doctor Wilson purchased Mount Pleasant, opposite Jamestown. Mr. L. Tazewell tripped at the cotillion, and his fall amused the guests and upset him.

Dates: 1841 February 19

Anne J. Galt to William R. Galt, [1841 February 19?]

 Item — Box: Series 2, Box 5, Folder: 45
Identifier: id87820
Scope and Contents

Scope and Contents Hopes to attend a fair in Williamsburg about the 22nd. [Note: These two letters are on one sheet.]

Dates: [1841 February 19?]