Wickham resigned business in York court and left to self a suit, Bland's executors v. Bland and Tazewell in which Tucker is a party. Note of Tucker's among the papers indicates he objects to Tazewell's answer being filed at next court. Asks for full directions as soon as possible.

Holcomb's order on Tucker still in self's hands. Tucker said he could not pay it until January. Asks if Tucker will accept it, payable at that time with interest from date. If so, will pass order to his credit, if not, must return it. Endorsed: "Answered in the negative. August 18, 1790."

I can not visit you now. I have bought you a box of China at 58 dollars.

Self sent things as Tucker ordered them, but Mr. Bowler sent them to Petersburg.They will be recalled and forwarded him tomorrow.

Informed by President and Archbishop Mr. Madison on departure for Europe, that self should receive three guineas from Tucker. Now forced to ask for it. Endorsed: Complied with fully 1790 August 19.

Mr. Randolph will be furnished with twenty pounds. Fifty pounds is made up for you and if opportunity arises, it will go this evening.

Captain Ellis will deliver your plank. Please pay him.

Will. Wishes debts paid. Half of estate to wife Elizabeth (Bowdoin) McCroskey. Other half to mother and sisters. Wife to have houses and lots in Williamsburg during her life and at her death may dispose of 1/3 their value. Other 2/3 to go to mother and sisters. Wife to be executrix. Joseph Prentis, Robert Andrews and St. George Tucker to be executors. Copy sworn by George Brickhouse Jr. Includes genealogical notes by Tucker and tombstone inscription.

Order for wood scantling, including scantling for his "smoak house." Gift of Mrs. Charles Davison, March 1976.

Can you furnish me with the listed scantling.

Hopes for an opportunity soon to congratulate him and to welcome Mrs. Page to Virginia. Much obliged for his present of Dodsley. Purchased from Paul Richards, March 15, 1964.

Thinks self did not receive all credit entitled to when they settled accounts. By mistake and not intentional. Would like copy of account by which they settled when self gave him his note. Asks him to call on him when he comes through Richmond.

Asks him to visit Rosewell. Will introduce his Peggy (Margaret Lowther Page). Has a letter for him from brother (Thomas Tudor Tucker) who was to sail on Tuesday night. Self and wife sailed Saturday before.

Received his of the 13th. Intend visiting them about end of October when they return from the Shore. Tony will give him the pears.

Am sending your tea by Massenburg, also the box of lobsters and a box of china.

Sends thirty five gallons of old wine. Only eighty arrived here. Has sent clearest and best part. Should fine it down with a pint of new milk. Is a leak in the cask. Arrived at hotel of St. Tamany. Tell Doctor Philip Barraud the turtle dies on Tuesday next. Invites them for funeral.

I had hoped to accompany you to Northumberland Court, but I am unable to leave my bed. If you prefer going in your chariot, send Cato for the horses and leave me your riding horse.

I received your letter and thought I would leave soon for Virginia. Your claim against John Claiborne is on a good footing.

Pay Richard Booker 25£ for a Phaeton he has made for me.

Is well. Louisa and Aunt Kate (slaves) are sick. Is in a hurry to go to school . Mammy Dee (Maria Rind) is well, but has not time to write.

Am violent with a fit of ague and fever. Please send my trunks containing the books by water. Give my boy a couple of guineas.

Received his of 1787 May 14, ? Foster interfered by claiming Tucker's neutrality in self's suit against estate of John King. Would like to know who has Tucker's papers and the progress of the business.

Can you spare 2 guineas for Theodorick Randolph.

Suit of Tucker v. Lorton tried in last term of district court. Jury gave verdict for defendant. Motion for new trial over-ruled. Self obtained from Baker, who brought suit, every paper. Judgment in favor of plaintiff would have been of no value as Lorton was insolvent.

Writes by Mr. Lewis. Will see him on 26th. Also welcomes friend and associate and can show him a buxom w--w.John Page also awaits him. Asks him to bring soras and bluewings Regards to Mr. Tazewell.