Promised when with him at Belvoir to write. Indignant at delegates from this state for refusing to settle election of Jefferson. Mentions plants and climate found here, poverty and wealth great change in Charleston. Has risen Phoenix-like on sites of British works. Just learned Jefferson chosen president. Regards to family.

Thank you for your suggestion on the Mercer’s creek estate. I have laid the case before Mr. Randolph.

I am sending you three copies of the Edition of my letter.

Regretted she could not visit Williamsburg last winter. Appreciates his interest in welfare of her child (St. George Randolph) but must dissent from his opinion. St. George has been misinformed about Mr. Bolling whose only source of enjoyment is the knowledge of an easy mode of communication. She is not insensible to his admonitions, but candor demands expression of her opinion.

By what you tell me there have been more lively expressions of joy in old Williamsburg than in Richmond. Our grand fête on the 11th was dull as you may suppose from the toasts. Gallatin’s appointment to the Treasury is said to be confirmed.

I received a letter from Robert Farmer informing me of the death of John Gilchrist. Mr. Giltchrist said I could have his mulatto boy Billy. What method can I adopt to bring him here?

Someone who envied me in my profession caused me to be apprehended by a warrant for willful and corrupt perjury. I was put in jail and gave bond for $2000. I was then expelled from the bar. I heard you were coming to this circuit and I hope some justice maybe given me.

South branch of Pamunkey impassable so self and Mr. Wirt forced to return to Mr. Downing’s. Today came by Captain Walker’s mill. Rivers between here and Charlottesville beyond fording. Shall meet him at Belvoir tomorrow.

Please let Captain Brooks know what I am supposed to do. (on back; Tucker’s answer, 1801 April 13).

We received 2 barrels of hams, 2 barrels of flour and 2 boxes of candles. Provisions are very short here. Mr. Middleton will carry this any civilities shown him, I will thank you.

His letter from Staunton told of his good health. Very cold here. Mother sawed until rope and pulley gave way and then had another put up. His books arrived from Mr. Holmes. Suggestions in case he ever publishes his Blackstone. Mr. Campbell sent leather but not scantling and plank. Note to be sent for beef on account of John Coalter was put into office of discount and deposit. Has not made much progress in studying law.

My father wishes you to stay at this place during the session of the District Court. You may use his horse and carriage.

Concerning a statement in the Aurora of an account laid before Congress of a charge of $24,000 paid to General Lee for an Iron ore mine in Berkeley County, Virginia.

Tucker’s China order was left with Beck and Henry, Philadelphia, with instructions to send to Archibald Campbell of Norfolk.

I have not yet been able to invest your money. In July, the books maybe opened for subscribing the remaining share.

Make the investment at the price? of $220 or more. If the directors agree to open a new subscription, they should name and advertise a distant day.

I have received a letter from St. George Tucker about the china. It was shipped at Philadelphia for Fredericksburg. It was the first article put on the vessel. There is no chance of getting it out.

Balanced accounts but payment exceed receipts by 7 or £8. Left Doctor Barraud, Mr. Campbell and their families in Norfolk well. Paid Campbell board. Had invitation from Barrauds. Dines with Mr. Taylor and his father. Miss Nanny not so lively. Preston finally admitted into the family on the footing of a man of honor so his prospects are brighter. Mr. Ambler leaves Friday for the mountains.

If you have the money send it by the servant.

I haven’t written in several months, but you have been in my thoughts continually. Thank Beverley for his letter.

They discovered a nuisance on Campbell’s Wharf in a lumber yard. Must be removed before August 1. Signed by: Phinehas Dana, Josiah Hodges, James Nruemo ?, and John Granbery.

Your horse has been sent to Todds. I waited until 9 at the stage office to see you. Don’t carry your horse on in that quick manner.

Glad to hear of your return to your family. My family has just returned. Hope to be with you on July 4.

The subscription will be opened at the Bank of Alexandria on July 15. Each share is two hundred dollars.

I have not been able to buy the bank stocks. The books will be open on July 15. I can then procure them.