James Chalmers was drowned about 4 weeks ago. Mr. Mosely, sergeant of this Borough is settling his affairs. As his partner in business, I hope I shall not be answerable for his part of the rent. I would not like to rent the house on my own. Including Tucker's answer, 1807 August 21.

If we are pinched here by war can we retreat to Elm Grove. The spirit of '76 is sublimated to a pitch beyond your imagination in this community. For three weeks, our Town was transformed from mercantile to military society. All again is peace. Militia disbanded. Both my boys are soldiers. John is a Trooper with Bob Taylor and Cary a Junior Volunteer.

Has charged $50 since he came here and hopes for improvement. George Redd reports that Ricks had gone away from Lunenburg farm, leaving an overseer there. Mr. Redd wishes to buy the land. Strangely, land in Lunenburg county does not bring as much as in other counties.

Had no word from him. On return from Jefferson he called to see Cousin George Tucker who is well and with his family expects to go southward. Letter from Uncle Tucker shows indignation at the British and as decided for war as self is. Evelina is well. Whole country except on the rivers is healthy.

All peace here. The British are at our capes. Heard from Burton of Antiqua now at Sweet Springs. He is sick in body and mind. Our crops are good and will feed an army for two campaigns.

Received his of the 28th July and deplores his father's regrets about his marriage. Had never expected more help from father. Help offered by brother (John Randolph?) was freely offered and consists of small farm and Negroes for it. Hopes to make money by law and share of Cawson's estate would take care of him for several years. Bought boots of Kiwin in 1805 and 1806.

Regrets sister (Anne Frances Bland Tucker Coalter) was so ill without his writing to her. Writes as often as he has time but is very busy. Father, busy with courts in Richmond, should know that they take up time. Evelina has been ill. Amblers well. Judge White's daughter died after having had twins. John P. Pleasants reports that there is a treaty between us and England.

The fate of Europe is decided. Napoleon has taken Russia? Two British ships are still at our capes. No yellow fever yet.

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.