Box Series 2, Box 9
Contains 19 Results:
Alexander Galt Jr., Florence, to Alexander Galt, Norfolk, 1853 January 7
Scope and Contents Comments on the reception of his work. His plans for returning home. His life and work in Italy.
Alexander Galt, Jr., Florence, to Alexander Galt, Norfolk, 1853 January 28
Scope and Contents The progress of his work and his plans for a trip to Rome.
William Shirley Corbin, Williamsburg, to Jn. S. Corbin, "Old Church" Post Office, Hanover County, Virginia, 1853 January
Scope and Contents Discussion of the division of an estate.
John M. Galt, Richmond, to Mrs. Alexander D. Galt, Williamsburg, 1853 February 3
Scope and Contents Arrived safely despite the heavy fog.
Alexander Galt, Jr., Rome, to Alexander Galt, Norfolk, 1853 February 13
Scope and Contents Gives a detailed description of his sight-seeing in Rome, and mentions some of the artists he has met there. Expresses confidence in his abilites.
Letter to Miss Nannie, 1853 February 14
Scope and Contents Poem.
Valentine, 1853 February 14
Scope and Contents Valentine with colored picture and poem.
J.A. Inloes, Richmond, to Dr. John M. Galt, Williamsburg, 1853 March 14
Scope and Contents Saw the advertisement regarding the "Old City Tavern" and wants to know the size of the lot and the price wanted.
William C. Galt, near Louisville, Kentucky, to Elizabeth Judith Galt, Williamsburg, 1853 March 25
Scope and Contents Scarlet fever and measles have been prevalent in Louisville, and the children there have whooping cough. Describes an enclosed daguerrotype of his granddaughters, and discusses the interests of each girl. William has received his diploma and will practice medicine in Louisville. Thanks Sally for the "James Town Diamond."
Ro. Lackey, Jefferson, Mo., to Dr. John M. Galt, Williamsburg, 1853 April 1
Scope and Contents Recently sent him 20 copies of the "Enquirer" with the remainder of Galt's article. Lackey plans to move east as the climate does not agree with him. Mentions Alexander Galt's appointment as Post Master in Norfolk and the marriage of Mary Willing Byrd to Mr. Fitchett. In 3 months last year 14000 people went through there on their way to California. "You can have no idea of the might of our country till you see the Mississippi valley."
Alexander Galt, Jr., Florence, to Alexander Galt, Norfolk, 1853 April 1
Scope and Contents Describes how he has settled his affairs before leaving Florence. Gives a resume of what he has learned and his itinerary of his trip home.
John M. Galt, Eastern Lunatic Asylum, Williamsburg, to unknown recipient, 1853 April 15
Scope and Contents Needs an additional copy of the essay on "Reading, recreation, and amusement" and wants the recipient to hire someone to transcribe it and give both copies to Dr. Fonerden [?] when the recipient reaches Baltimore.
H.M. Smith, Richmond, to Dr. John Galt, Williamsburg, 1853 April 18
Scope and Contents Now occupies the old City Tavern lot and wants to know Galt's selling price for the lot.
Unknown, Richmond, to Sally M. Galt, 1853 April 19
Scope and Contents Mrs. Harrison has chartered a steamboat to go to Jamestown to plant ivy on the ruins. This was a result of Bell Harrison's remark to Mr. Everet that that should be done, and his offer to accompany her. Inquires about Mrs. Keith and Mrs. Rayland.
William R. Galt, Buchanan, to Elizabeth J. Galt, 1853 May 9
Alexina Galt to Elizabeth J. Galt, Williamsburg, [1853?] May 9
Scope and Contents Loves Williamsburg in the spring, with all its trees and flowers. There has been much socializing, because a Dutch frigate is in port. Recommends "The Wide Wide World" to her. Sends them a rose. Letter is signed "Zene".
John M. Galt to unknown recipient, circa 1853 May 12
Scope and Contents Drafts of three letters requesting the forwarding of various essays to John Wiley, Bookseller, New York; Dr. Forbes Winslow, Editor of the Journal of Psychological Medicine, London; and the Editor of the Times.
Elisabeth J. Galt, Williamsburg, to William R. Galt, 1853 May
Scope and Contents Comments on William's poetry, and the success of his school. John has published 2 large medical works and 12 pamplets, some of which have been republished in European journals. Mr. and Mrs. Gray (Lizzie Valentine) recently visited Sally. Mentions John Williamson's family and "our little Georgia Cousin, Mary..."