Box 23
Contains 263 Results:
Abraham Small, Philadelphia to St. George Tucker, 1802 April 7
I have submitted the whole plan of the Blackstone Edition to Mr. Birch. In such a large undertaking, every possible step should be taken to remove the risk and uncertainty. We propose putting in to press by March 1, 1803 if there are enough subscribers. It will have to be transcribed first. Note included from N. B. Tucker: we are all well and sending this on to you.
John Hopkins to St. George Tucker, 1802 April 13
This informs you that Judge Nelson paid $500 to Wm. Wilson. .
St. George Tucker (1752-1827), Petersburg to Abraham Small, Philadelphia, 1802 April 19
I can not recede from my demand of $4,000 for the entire copyright or $2500 for an edition not exceeding 1000 copies. If you decide to purchase the copy, I can assure you of a transcript.
John Str,ton, Washington to St. George Tucker, 1802 April 22
Lists important measures adopted by Congress during the present session.
Peyton Skipwith Jr., Dunginess, Cumberland Island, Georgia to St. George Tucker, Williamsburg, Virginia, 1802 April 28
Considering approaching revolution, thinks it duty to leave wife and posterity in independence. Asks him to sign and return enclosed marriage settlement that he may have it recorded. Gave St. George Tucker as nearest relative for fear father would be distressed at his advanced age.
William Withers, Sappony to St. George Tucker, 1802 May 5
Sorry the mare’s temper endangered you. Your horse is over his lameness.
John Jennings to St. George Tucker, 1802 May 7
I have directed my son John to send from Jamaica his vessel to Newborn to load a suitable cargo. Some of my friends think I should not attempt making an establishment of trade this late in life. I am enclosing some political reflections that possessed my mind since my arrival here from London, they were intended for my son, John. Enclosure.
John Nivison to St. George Tucker, 1802 May 17
Mr. Stratton is an honorable man and you can depend on him executing the repairs on Campbell’s wharf.
Abraham Small, Philadelphia to St. George Tucker, 1802 May 20
We are forwarding a copy of the plan proposals of Blackstone’s Commentaries.
Abraham Small, Philadelphia to St. George Tucker, 1802 May 24
Questions on the printing of Blackstone’s Commentaries.
St. George Tucker, 1802 May 25
Memorandum of agreement between St. George Tucker, guardian of Alexander Campbell and Dudley Woodworth of Norfolk concerning the use of Campbell’s wharf. Terms stated.
Ann Cary Randolph Morris, Bizarre to St. George Tucker, 1802 May 28
Please let me know how Fan is. I am here alone and am ill.
Chapman Johnson, Staunton to St. George Tucker, 1802 May 29
Thank you for the favors you conferred on me when I was in Williamsburg. I find I have a great dislike for the law profession.
John Page (1743-1808), Rosewell, Gloucester county, Virginia to St. George Tucker, 1802 June 1
Received his favor by Abraham. Regrets illness of Mrs. Tucker and Fanny. Has resolved to accept offer he had rejected. Secrecy enjoined. Content of brother’s letters carried out. Bonds put in hands of postmaster at Gloucester Court House. Glad that his sons Beverly and Charles were vaccinated. Believes it an effectual antidote or preventative. Regrets he has no horse such as he wants.
Peyton Skipwith Jr., 1802 June 1
Indenture, between Peyton Skipwith, Junior and his wife Cornelia Lott Greene and Phinehas Miller and St. George Tucker.
Ed. Christian, City of Richmond to St. George Tucker, 1802 June 3
I would like to be appointed clerk of the Morgan District Court.
Anne Frances Bland (Tucker) Coalter, circa 1802 June 4
1802 June 5. Receipt for 6 shares in Alexandria Bank, deed for smith-shop and 4 lots in Blandford, and 6 slaves (including blacksmith) in connection with marriage settlement from St. George Tucker to Anne Frances Bland Tucker. Witnessed by Coalter, Anne Frances Bland Tucker, John Randolph Junior, Ann Banister, Mrs. Judith Randolph) Randolph, and Henry St. George Tucker. Included on 1802 June 4, letter from Coalter to Tucker, which see.
John Coalter (1771-1838), Staunton District Court, circa 1802 June 4
Acknowledgement of and order to record papers relating to marriage settlement from St. George Tucker to Anne Frances Bland Tucker. Dated 1802 September 6, and included on 1802 June 4, letter from John Coalter to St. George Tucker, which see.
John Coalter (1771-1838), circa 1802 June 4
1802 June 5. Receipt for 6 shares in Alexandria Bank, deed for smith-shop and 4 lots in Blandford, and 6 slaves (including blacksmith) in connection with marriage settlement from St. George Tucker to Anne Frances Bland Tucker. Witnessed by Coalter, Anne Frances Bland Tucker, John Randolph Junior, Ann Banister, Mrs. Judith Randolph) Randolph, and Henry St. George Tucker. Included on 1802 June 4, letter from Coalter to Tucker, which see.
John Coalter (1771-1838), Staunton, Virginia to St. George Tucker, 1802 June 4
Agreement and admittance to record to proposals about marriage settlement with Anne Frances Bland Tucker, witnessed by Anne Banister and Mrs. Judith (Randolph) Randolph. Includes extract of letter from St. George Tucker, property receipt and court order of record.
Nathaniel Beverley Tucker (1784-1851), Norfolk to St. George Tucker, 1802 June 4
Glad he may accompany brother and sister to Bizarre. Disappointed letter was only an invitation from brother Jack (John Randolph). Players are coming to town and wishes to see them. The tooth brushes, wax work, paper, et cetera, took most of his money.
St. George Tucker (1752-1827), circa 1802 June 4
1802 February 21. Extract of letter settling property on Anne Frances Bland Tucker upon marriage to John Coalter. Invested proceeds from sale of Negroes left her by Patty Hall in Alexandria Bank stock. Intends to give her Kate, Sukey and children (slaves) Also Aggy, now with Mrs. Judith (Randolph) Randolph, and her daughter. Included on 1802 June 4 letter from Coalter to Tucker, which see.
St. George Tucker (1752-1827), Williamsburg, Virginia to John Coalter, 1802 June 4
Gives Anne Frances Bland Tucker smith-shop, lots in Blandford, blacksmith and tools as marriage settlement. Believes £350 may be got from Mrs. Freeland if should incline to part with them. Advises investing proceeds in bank stock, James River Canal Company, or other productive fund. (Included on June 4, 1802 from John Coalter to Tucker, which see.
St. George tucker (1752-1827), 1802 June 5
Indenture, St. George Tucker to John Randolph, Jr. and Henry St. George Tucker, three lots in Blandford. Witnessed by: John Coalter, Judith Randolph, and Ann Bannister.
Nathaniel Beverley Tucker (1784-1851), Norfolk to St. George Tucker, Williamsburg, 1802 June 11
Disappointed at not being allowed to accept brother’s invitation to Bizarre. Thanks him for money. Would deprive self of pleasure of seeing plays except for appearance of singularity. Went to see waxworks with Mrs. Barraud on way to Mrs. Handfords. Is collecting for the hire of Matty of the woman in bank street.