This series contains correspondence.

This series contains correspondence.

Diack writes of the difficulty of obtaining the canvas the girls wanted, is sending buckram instead, along with cheese. Sends love from Grace and Jack.

John is tired of Washington, states "I could not have believed that the majority of Congress were so contemptible a set." The river is frozen so is not certain which way he'll head home. Discusses Wilkinson's court martial. Asked Etting to send down some harp strings.

John arrived in Richmond last night by stage. Received Sam's letter with news of arrival of ship from Batavia. Nothing was decided about Rose's mission by the time John left DC. Caucus last night favored Monroe but most sentiment is for Madison. Hopes Mama is better.

John just back from a trip to Carolina for money. Glad to see Sam has chosen to study law. Has received good reports of Sam's behavior and character from several. Went with Adeline to Thespian's performance of "Lover's Vows." John has become a Mason.

John hasn't written for a while as "there is so little stirring that I am at a loss for a subject." Was impressed by Sam's composition in defnese of Horatius. Hears reports that Bonaparte has threatened to seize US property if we don't declare war on the UK.

Everything is dull in Norfolk. John was induced to set up a ball, but the only result was a quarrel with a friend, William Nivison. He and Adeline may come to Richmond for a visit. Gives frank assessment of brothers' and sisters' potential. Asks is Somerwell to wed Miss Conyers?

Discusses buying property in Richmond and who would pay for repairs to the property.

[Friday night, October 27] From Myer Myers to his wife Judith, describing his stay in New York.

[Saturday night, 27th] Letter from Joseph Marx to his daughter Judith, about the death of Joseph's brother

Wished he could have come for a visit during her husband's absence.

This series contains correspondence.

Family news, Judith is staying with her sister.

Letter from Barton to his father, describing his trip to England, and the city of Liverpool.

Barton writes to his father about his visit to London.

Describes business arrangements in Dublin, and his visit to the city.

Long, flowery letter from Henrietta expressing her gratitude to George for his care of the family. Says that Richmond is very quiet. Mentions Mr. Mercer, Judith, Adeline Myers.

[In French] Names mentioned include Sally Conyers, Judith, Georgiana, Mrs. Patterson, Mrs. Wickham.

Letter from mother to daughter Julia, saying she has sent ten pieces of music to Julia for her to learn perfectly., commenting that "waltzes are not generally considered good practice for young beginners." Says that Julia's father will have written by now, and that his lack of letter writing is because he is so busy, not due to a lack of affection for her. Asks to be remembered to Mrs. Magill and the ladies of Long Branch.

Apologizes for not writing. Hopes she is doing well with her dancing lessons. Received a letter from "your poor brother, Richard." Says Richard's writing has not improved and asks Julia to write to her brother frequently so that he will have more practive. Discusses possible arrangements for her return to Frederick.

Went to the Episcopal church last Sunday at Millwood to hear Bishop Meade. Hopes to see you and Aunt Hetty soon. Miss Evelyn sends her love.

Cary chides her daughter for not writing more often.  Says she is "still without assistance."  Susan Rector came for a few days but had a chill and had to go home. Julia is spending another year at Mr. Persica's school. Remind's Julia not to neglect her needlework. The other children ask for Juilia often. Mentions Aunt Emma and Aunt Eliza.

Scope and Contents

Encourages Julia to "put aside childish things" and attend to her lessons.

Scope and Contents

Wilhelmina and Henrietta Marx are back home and preparing for Henrietta's mother's return, her health has not been good.  Miss Wheeler is now in Richmond, the musical society gave her a concert.  They dined at Mr. Chevallie's.  Discusses why clever women are disliked by men.  The theater in Richmond will soon be completed, mentions Mr. Green and "Cooper" in connection with it. Discusses fashion trends in women's dresses, turbans.