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Box Series 2, Box 5

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Memorandum of account, 1842 January

 Item — Box: Series 2, Box 5, Folder: 51
Identifier: id88623
Scope and Contents

Scope and Contents Memorandum of account for January, 1842, with various copies of a parting phrase on the reverse.

Dates: 1842 January

Elizabeth J. Galt, Williamsburg, to Mrs. Saunders, 1842 January

 Item — Box: Series 2, Box 5, Folder: 51
Identifier: id88624
Scope and Contents

Scope and Contents Responds to Mrs. Saunders note of consolation on the death of Dr. Galt. Describes her father as never uttering "one word of praise or one word of reproof." [Note: This may be a rough draft or an unsent letter.]

Dates: 1842 January

Receipt of J.S. O'Neal and Co., 1842 February 2

 Item — Box: Series 2, Box 5, Folder: 51
Identifier: id88625
Scope and Contents

Scope and Contents A receipt for $7.70 received from W.R. Galt.

Dates: 1842 February 2

Mary D. Galt, Williamsburg, to Thomas Gatewood, 1842 February 2

 Item — Box: Series 2, Box 5, Folder: 51
Identifier: id88626
Scope and Contents

Scope and Contents Was surprised by Gatewood's letter since Gabriel Galt Williamson had said the children would be returning to Williamsburg in 2-3 weeks, but since Gatewood is their nearest relative she will not interfere. "Copy" written at top of letter.

Dates: 1842 February 2

John M. Galt, Williamsburg, to Thomas Gatewood, 1842 February 2

 Item — Box: Series 2, Box 5, Folder: 51
Identifier: id88627
Scope and Contents

Scope and Contents Does not agree that it is now more incovenient for the children to reside "at my Mother's." [ "Copy" at top.] [Note: These two letters, seemingly rough drafts, are on the same sheet of paper. Thomas Gatewoood must have been either the father or the brother of Gabriel Galt Williamson's wife, Elizabeth Gatewood Williamson.]

Dates: 1842 February 2

Account of Mrs. Galt with W.W. Vest and Co., 1842 February 6

 Item — Box: Series 2, Box 5, Folder: 51
Identifier: id88628
Scope and Contents

Scope and Contents An account, January 18-February 6, totalling $11.77.

Dates: 1842 February 6

M.L. Cornick, Philadelphia, to William R. Galt, University of Virginia, 1842 February 10

 Item — Box: Series 2, Box 5, Folder: 51
Identifier: id88629
Scope and Contents

Scope and Contents Describes his work at medical school. Mentions "Old George", Compton, Higginbotham, Norris, Rodere, and Flannagan, all seemingly professors or students at the University.

Dates: 1842 February 10

Alexander Galt, Norfolk, to William R. Galt, University of Virginia, 1842 February 16

 Item — Box: Series 2, Box 5, Folder: 51
Identifier: id88630
Scope and Contents Scope and Contents Saw an advertisement in the Richmond Enquirer that on July 3 an election will be held to fill the post of professor of ancient languages [at William and Mary] vacated by Mr. Dabney Browne. William should start preparing as a candidate. Will write his friends among the Visitors, including Dr. Peachy, Ed. Ruffin, J.C. Pryor, and Col. Blow. Mentions other Visitors, and College Officials. Feels William should mention the subject to Mr. Rogers and Dr. Harrison. The church is...
Dates: 1842 February 16

Account of Dr. John M. Galt with James Gray, 1842 February 1[8?]

 Item — Box: Series 2, Box 5, Folder: 51
Identifier: id88631
Scope and Contents

Scope and Contents An account of $11.50 for making a coat, pants, and double breasted vest.

Dates: 1842 February 1[8?]

Alexander Galt, Jr., Norfolk, to William R. Galt, University of Virginia, 1842 February 19

 Item — Box: Series 2, Box 5, Folder: 51
Identifier: id88632
Scope and Contents

Scope and Contents News of his schoolwork. Drew a picture of the Hospital. Mentions Gabe, Sam Marsh, and Mary Wilkinson.

Dates: 1842 February 19

Alexina Galt, Norfolk, to William R. Galt, University of Virginia, 1842 February 21

 Item — Box: Series 2, Box 5, Folder: 51
Identifier: id88633
Scope and Contents

Scope and Contents News of the family and the church.

Dates: 1842 February 21

Alexander Galt, Norfolk, to William R. Galt, University of Virginia, [1842?] February 23

 Item — Box: Series 2, Box 5, Folder: 51
Identifier: id88634
Scope and Contents

Scope and Contents Dr. John from Baltimore is drawing great crowds to the church.

Dates: [1842?] February 23

Jim (James D. Galt), Norfolk, to William R. Galt, University of Virginia, 1842 [February?]

 Item — Box: Series 2, Box 5, Folder: 51
Identifier: id88635
Scope and Contents

Scope and Contents News of his school, and of the family's health. Tales of his schoolmates. [Note: These four letters are on one sheet of paper.]

Dates: 1842 [February?]

Robert Saunders to Dr. John M. Galt, 1842 February 28

 Item — Box: Series 2, Box 5, Folder: 51
Identifier: id88636
Scope and Contents

Scope and Contents Has received $20 to rent pew 15 until next Easter. On reverse, various financial notes.

Dates: 1842 February 28

Alexander Galt, Norfolk, to William R. Galt, University of Virginia

 Item — Box: Series 2, Box 5, Folder: 51
Identifier: id88637
Scope and Contents

Scope and Contents Hopes William will do well that day [on an examination?]. News of the church and the impression of Dr. Johns [?] on various friends.

Dates: 1842 January-March 15

P. Loisser [?], St. Louis, to William R. Galt, University of Virginia, 1842 March 1

 Item — Box: Series 2, Box 5, Folder: 51
Identifier: id88638
Scope and Contents

Scope and Contents "Times are worse here than I ever thought they...could be... The only currency... (Illinois paper) is not worth [anything]..." Has joined the Native American Association. Discusses the political situation there. His impression of conditions in Norfolk. Messages to various friends. News of his various pranks. Mentions Pat Cunningham, Wm. Steed, and John Perry.

Dates: 1842 March 1

John H. Strobia, Richmond, to Elizabeth J. Galt, Williamsburg, 1842 March 8

 Item — Box: Series 2, Box 5, Folder: 51
Identifier: id88639
Scope and Contents

Scope and Contents News of the family including Caroline Lambert Harrison's son. News of the Empies. Mr. Enders bought out Gabriel's interest in the Old City Tavern, and should expect his proportion of the rent.

Dates: 1842 March 8

Alexander Galt, Norfolk, to William R. Galt, University of Virginia, 1842 March 9

 Item — Box: Series 2, Box 5, Folder: 51
Identifier: id88643
Scope and Contents

Scope and Contents Hopes that with Mr. Rogers' brother as professor of chemistry the course will be easier. William's uncle Patrick is commander at Fort Niagara.

Dates: 1842 March 9

Alexander Galt, Norfolk, to William R. Galt, University of Virginia, [1842 March 9?]

 Item — Box: Series 2, Box 5, Folder: 51
Identifier: id88641
Scope and Contents

Scope and Contents Describes Mr. Lyne's tombstone. News of various relatives. Uncle Patrick's letter contained a deed for some of the western land. [Note: These two letters are on one sheet of paper.]

Dates: [1842 March 9?]

Account of Dr. John M. Galt with Vest and Co., 1842 April 30

 Item — Box: Series 2, Box 5, Folder: 53
Identifier: id88723
Scope and Contents

Scope and Contents An account totalling $9.08.

Dates: 1842 April 30

Vegetation and Weather Calendar of Alexander D. Galt, 1841-1842

 Item — Box: Series 2, Box 5, Folder: 53
Identifier: id88724
Scope and Contents

Scope and Contents "Calender kept at Williamsburg Virginia by Alexander D. Galt showing the progress of vegetation, the mean maximum and minimum temperature... and the direction of the winds...," January- April, 1841, and January-April, 1842.

Dates: 1841-1842

Alexander Galt, Norfolk, to William R. Galt, University of Virginia, 1842 May 4

 Item — Box: Series 2, Box 5, Folder: 53
Identifier: id88725
Scope and Contents

Scope and Contents Relates the latest developments in William's attempt to get the Professorship.

Dates: 1842 May 4

George Wilson, Norfolk, to Visitors of William and Mary College, 1842 May 6

 Item — Box: Series 2, Box 5, Folder: 53
Identifier: id88726
Scope and Contents

Scope and Contents Certifies William R. Galt's character. [Copy] [Note: The original of this letter follows this sheet.]

Dates: 1842 May 6

Jno. N. Tazewell, Norfolk, to Robert Saunders, William and Mary College, 1842 May 7

 Item — Box: Series 2, Box 5, Folder: 53
Identifier: id88727
Scope and Contents

Scope and Contents Certifies William R. Galt's character. [Copy] [Note: The original of this letter follow this sheet.]

Dates: 1842 May 7

Jno. N. Tazewell, Norfolk, to Thomas R. Dew, William and Mary College, 1842 May 7

 Item — Box: Series 2, Box 5, Folder: 53
Identifier: id88728
Scope and Contents

Scope and Contents Certifies William R. Galt's character. [Copy] [Note: The original of this letter follow this sheet.]

Dates: 1842 May 7