Box 1
Contains 109 Results:
Nathaniel Gardiner, New York, New York, to David L. Gardiner, East Hampton, New York, 1835 September 11
States that he deposited $1,500 in the Manhattan Bank into his account; asks him to send a receipt. 1 page.
David Gardiner, Princeton, NJ, to David L. Gardiner, Eats Hampton, New York, 1835 Septeember 14
Discusses his attempts to locate a teacher for the situation his father requires; asks for $250 to be sent to pay his bills at Princeton; notes that he needs two teeth to be filled. 2 pages.
Nathaniel Gardiner, New Haven, CT, to East Hampton, New York, 1835 October 12
Acknowledges receipt of his, Daniel Gardiner's, for the $1500. 1 page.
H.F. Jones, South Oysterbay, New York, to David Gardiner, East Hampton, New York, 1835 November 1
Asks Gardiner's opinion of the teacher at the East Hampton School as he wants to send his son there. 1 page.
Alexander Gardiner, Princeton, NJ, to Juliana McLachlan Gardiner, East Hampton, New York, 1837 June 9
States that he has been very well at Princeton; mentions his visits with Mrs. Clark and Miss Hewes; describes the plagiarism of Harlow and his punishment; describes hailstones 3 inches in circumference falling when it was eighty degrees; discusses his classes. 4 pages. Autographed letter signed.
Alexander Gardiner, New York, New York, to Juliana McLachlan Gardiner, East Hampton, New York, 1840 June 2
Describes the cloth which he purchased for her, details, patterns, and prices. 4 pages.
Alexander Gardiner, New York, New York, to Juliana McLachlan Gardiner, Saratoga Springs, New York, 1843 August 6
Discusses his return to health; asks about the activities of Mr. Pickens and whether his mother is enjoying Saartoga Springs; suggests that his mother should send all her letters to him and he would send them on to david, saving her from writing separately. 2 pages. Typewritten copy.
Document certifying the payment of David Gardiner's mortage, 1843 December 30
To Abigail Rhodes; signed by Charlotte Rhodes, executrix of Abigail Rhodes. 1 page. Printed document signed.
J.L.G., Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to Alexander Gardiner, New York, New York, 1843-1844 Winter
Describes a dinner party for the vice-president elect. 1 page.
Margaret Gardiner, to Juliana McLachlan Gardiner, New York, New York, 1844 July 4
Discusses her apprehension at traveling to Old Point Comfort, Fort Monroe, Virginia; describes the Fourth of July activities at the house; mentions the President's plan to travel to white Sulpher springs. 1 page. Typewritten copy of
Mary Gardiner, Shelter Island, New York, to Maragret Gardiner, New York, New York, 1844 December 5
Apologizes for not wriing sooner; mentions her intention to go to New York; states that Phoebe Gardiner is very angry with Margaret for not writing; congratulates Margaret on the outcome of the election. 2 pages. Typewritten copy.
Margaret Gardiner, to Juliana McLachlan Gardiner, 1844 December 23
States that Julia Gardiner Tyler wants enough velvet to "make a low waist and short sleeves;" describes how "lame Thomas" attempted to find out the President's actions on the sub Treasury Bill; believes the President will veto it. 1 page. Typewritten copy. autographed letter signed.
Alexander Gardiner, to David L. Gardiner,, 1844
Asks to have his letter to Dr. Dayton on the subject of the annexation of Texas published in the Aurora; describes the cabinet dinner last night at Gov. Wickiffe's. 1 page. Typewritten copy.
Margaret Gardiner, to "Brother,", 1845 January 2
Mentions Commodore Elliot's gift of an arabian horse to Julia; runs down a list of dinners and receptions for the coming week; describes the President's jealousy at seeing Judge Mclean looking "all sorts of ways at Julia." 1 page. Typewritten copy.
Juliana Gardiner, to "Son,", 1845 February 18
Mentions the speculation concerning the President's cabinet and the fate of the Democratic Party; describes the "beaux" of Miss Corse; states that he must be here for the ball. 1 page. Typewritten copy.
Alexander Gardiner, Washington, DC, to unknown, 1845 February 20
"Mrs. Tyler's Farewell Ball. 'Sic transit gloria mundi;' " gives a very detailed account of the ball and those in attendance. 2 pages. Typewritten copy of "February 20" is crossed out.
Juliana McLachlan Gardiner, New York, New York, to "Son,", 1845 February 28
Mentions that she has seen no account of the 22nd ball; discusses the question of the annexation of Texas. 1 page. Typewritten copy.
Juliana McLachlan Gardiner, to "Son,", 1845 February
Asks him to read the article in the Herald about the Tyler administration "in which it reflected upon Mr. Tyler's son so severly;" advises him on the political course that he should take; notes that John Carter Brown travels with "a second rate set;" discusses Mr. Fordham's affidavit. 2 pages. Typewritten copy.
P. Nelson, New Haven, CT, to Alexander Gardiner, New York, New York, 1845 April 25
States that he will not get through court until Saturday; informs Gardiner that he will noy be able to return to New York on time due to his son's illness; wishes Gardiner would see Judge Betts about adjourning the court until Tuesday so that he could be there. 2 pages. Autographed letter signed.
Juliana McLachlan Gardiner, New York, New York, to Margaret Gardiner, Shelter Island, New York, 1845 July 7
Relates Julia Gardiner Tyler's story of how she and the President Tyler narrowly escaped from danger when a hurricane hit their hotel during their stay at Old Point comfort, Virginia. 1 page. Typewritten copy.
Juliana Gardiner, Newport, New York, to David Gardiner,, 1845 August 23
Describes the friends who visited Margaret Gardiner and Alexander Gardiner; mentions that she has been very ill with influenza; gives news of family and friends. 1 page. Typewritten copy.
Juliana McLachlan Gardiner, Wahington, DC, to Alexander Gardiner, 1845 January
Mentions her desire to get home; discusses his prospects for political appointment; asks that he not place confidence in any one as "politicians are intriguing." 1 page. Typewritten copy. autographed letter signed.
Margaret Gardiner, to "Brother,", 1846 June 18
Describes the construction of the monument; mentions Mr. Gibson's concern over whether we pay for it or the government." 1 page. Typewritten copy of
Alexander Gardiner, New York, New York, to David Gardiner,, 1846 June 22
Informs him of the President's plan to arrive in New York and travel to East Hampton; asks him to make all the necessary arrangements. 3 pages.
Alexander Gardiner, New York, New York, to Juliana McLachlan Gardiner, East Hampton, New York, 1846 September 16
States that in regards to the Governor's visit, he was very "tempted to rejoin the family cicle," but described that it would be more discreet not to; describes the travels of Graham. 1 page. Typewritten copy of