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Contains 13 Results:

Theodorick Bland (1742-1790) to St. George Tucker, circa 1782 May

 Item — Box: 9, Folder: 9
Identifier: id228635
Scope and Contents His letter received today convinced self that he had forgotten engagements. Has no retrospect in his resentment further than number this letter bears (3) and shall write on. Papers which his board constantly receives from them (us) will give groundwork. Total change of British ministry, a             viz Fox and Shelburne with the French, Spanish and American departments consolidated into one. A fine field to display his talents of duplicity.           At head of Privy Council, Graftors,...
Dates: circa 1782 May

David Stuart, Alexandria to St. George Tucker, 1782 May 4

 Item — Box: 9, Folder: 9
Identifier: id228636
Scope and Contents I was pleased with Armstrong, he spent some days with me and was hard pressed by the Presbyterians here to stay longer and give them a sermon. He asserted that the southern air was not favorable to religious sentiments. I was delighted with your piece on Colonel Lovelace. I congratulate you and Beverley (Randolph) on your accession of honor, I hope to find our government much mended by your advice. The Governor's elevation has silenced the tongue of fame. How did the Scotchman Ross acquire...
Dates: 1782 May 4

Walker Maury, Burlington to St. George Tucker, Richmond, 1782 May 7

 Item — Box: 9, Folder: 9
Identifier: id228637
Scope and Contents

Hopes to be not one day short of appointment. Will make Colonel Tom's on Saturday and Matoax by dinner. Could not get a double chair so will not be accompanied by Mrs. Maury.

Dates: 1782 May 7

David Ross, Richmond to St. George Tucker, 1782 May 7

 Item — Box: 9, Folder: 9
Identifier: id228638
Scope and Contents

I am sorry about what happened with Mr. Nicolson. I have just talked with him on the subject and he had no intention of refusing your order. It was a mistake on the part of the person who applied for payment. I am sorry you suspected me of that conduct. I have received 10 hogsheads of rum belonging to the public.

Dates: 1782 May 7

Major William Pierce Jr., Head Quarters, South Carolina to St. George Tucker, 1782 May 19

 Item — Box: 9, Folder: 9
Identifier: id228640
Scope and Contents We have lately offered the enemy action, but they would not fight us. General Greene at the head of the Light Infantry and all the Cavalry of the Army went down to their lines; paraded in front of their works, and dined at Accabee without an insult. The 19th and 30th Regiments consisting of about 1,000 men, were lately detached for Jamaica, under the command of Brigadier General O'Harro. We have just been informed of the defeat of Count de Grasse in the West Indies. The action happened...
Dates: 1782 May 19

Martha (Dangerfield) Bland to Colonel St. George Tucker, Matoax, by Jack, 1782 May 20

 Item — Box: 9, Folder: 9
Identifier: id228644
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Horses sent to Amelia week after Colonel Theodorick Bland left Cawsons. Had neither horse nor mule. Shall be glad to visit them while General William Moultrie, his lady and Mrs. Harleston are there. Is buried alive to be at Cawsons without companions. Expects two of Count Rochambeau's aides in a few days. Asks about Fanny (Frances (Bland) Randolph Tucker) and Henry (St. George Tucker). Says not to call him Harry.

Dates: 1782 May 20

Theodorick Bland (1742-1790), Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to St. George Tucker, 1782 May 20

 Item — Box: 9, Folder: 9
Identifier: id228645
Scope and Contents

Comments on expressions used in an official letter sent to be delivered to another person. Much of letter is in code.

Dates: 1782 May 20

Theodorick Bland, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to St. George Tucker, Member of the Council, Virginia, 1782 May 28

 Item — Box: 9, Folder: 9
Identifier: id228648
Scope and Contents Is own turn to write public letter. Advises St. George not to send letters by private hand, but always by post which never misses. Has found an acquaintance with common sense (Thomas Tudor Tucker) in Philadelphia and from knowledge of his brother (St. George Tucker) in Virginia, self proposes to be. News of (George Brydges) Rodney's victory has been credited and discredited several times. Pros and cons in the newspapers. Pleased at St. George's having a good house and much good being done...
Dates: 1782 May 28

David Stuart, Alexandria to St. George Tucker, 1782 June 2

 Item — Box: 9, Folder: 9
Identifier: id216780
Scope and Contents From the Series:

This series is currently being added to the Box/Folder List section of the finding aid. Please check back periodically for updates. This series contains the correspondence of St. George Tucker, Cynthia Beverley Tucker Washington Coleman, and Nathaniel Beverley Tucker. The series is arranged in chronological order.

Dates: 1782 June 2

Theodorick Bland, Philadelphia to St. George Tucker, 1782 June 11

 Item — Box: 9, Folder: 9
Identifier: id216780
Scope and Contents From the Series:

This series is currently being added to the Box/Folder List section of the finding aid. Please check back periodically for updates. This series contains the correspondence of St. George Tucker, Cynthia Beverley Tucker Washington Coleman, and Nathaniel Beverley Tucker. The series is arranged in chronological order.

Dates: 1782 June 11

Theodorick Bland, Philadelphia to St. George Tucker, 1782 June 17

 Item — Box: 9, Folder: 9
Identifier: id216780
Scope and Contents From the Series:

This series is currently being added to the Box/Folder List section of the finding aid. Please check back periodically for updates. This series contains the correspondence of St. George Tucker, Cynthia Beverley Tucker Washington Coleman, and Nathaniel Beverley Tucker. The series is arranged in chronological order.

Dates: 1782 June 17

Thomas Tudor Tucker, George Town to St. George Tucker, 1782 June 18

 Item — Box: 9, Folder: 9
Identifier: id216780
Scope and Contents From the Series:

This series is currently being added to the Box/Folder List section of the finding aid. Please check back periodically for updates. This series contains the correspondence of St. George Tucker, Cynthia Beverley Tucker Washington Coleman, and Nathaniel Beverley Tucker. The series is arranged in chronological order.

Dates: 1782 June 18

Thomas Shore to St. George Tucker, Matoax, 1782 June 25

 Item — Box: 9, Folder: 9
Identifier: id216780
Scope and Contents From the Series:

This series is currently being added to the Box/Folder List section of the finding aid. Please check back periodically for updates. This series contains the correspondence of St. George Tucker, Cynthia Beverley Tucker Washington Coleman, and Nathaniel Beverley Tucker. The series is arranged in chronological order.

Dates: 1782 June 25