- keyword(s): Henry St. George Tucker
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Henry St. George Tucker (1780-1848), Winchester to St. George Tucker, Richmond, 1803 November 5
Wrote once by Mr. Ambler. Surprised to hear of Judge Edmund Pendleton’s death. He was a great and beloved man. Regrets that he saw him only once, only for a moment. Judge White will deliver this. Has been busy at court. Saved a Negro from hanging but he was burnt in the hand and whipped … Letter torn.
Henry St. George Tucker (1780-1848), Winchester to St. George Tucker, Williamsburg, 1804 February 7
Henry St. George Tucker (1870-1848), Winchester to St. George Tucker, Williamsburg, 1804 February 12
Discusses fully the new bank bill. (Sunday) received no mail from Williamsburg. Has not been to Mr. Ambler’s house, but his boys are well. Dined with Major Holmes today. They will learn from Cousin George that Johnson was mistaken.
Henry St. George Tucker (1780-1848), Winchester to St. George Tucker, Williamsburg, 1804 February 17
Henry St. George Tucker (1780-1848), Winchester to St. George Tucker, Williamsburg, 1804 March 1
Their letters full of merriment. e was detained at Berkeley. Here is here a practicing ball, somewhat like Mr. Warrels ? though it lacks the merriment of his. Pleased that Judge Nelson was appointed professor of law. Reports that Mr. Custis and Molly Fitzhugh were to marry. Amazed, considering the reports of his vices. Mr. Daingerfield will keep Johnny (slave) and Bob gives much satisfaction. Mrs. White and Miss Smith are better, also the Bushes.
Henry St. George Tucker (1780-1848), Staunton to St. George Tucker, Williamsburg, 1804 March 22
Was busy at Jefferson court. Came with Major Holmes who furnished a horse while self brought Bob. Mrs. Davenport not well. Frances Lelia Coalter improved in graces. Talks and walks more than Catharine Ambler. Walks with chairs. Is not fair, but has fine eyes. John Coalter is busy.
Henry St. George Tucker (1780-1848), Winchester to St. George Tucker, Richmond, 1804 May 12
Encloses letter. Is fatigued. Regrets that he causes them so much pain and assures him it is involuntary. (enclosure lacking).
Henry St. George Tucker (1780-1848), Winchester to St. George Tucker, Richmond, 1804 May 19
Discusses Alexandria and Richmond banks. Mode of life not changed. Still visits friends. Son of an influential man boards with Mr. Bush and studies law with self. May help to bring him business.
Henry St. George Tucker (1780-1848), Winchester to St. George Tucker, Williamsburg, 1804 June 6
From Mr. Page hears that father made speculation in bank stock – pleased with decision of case of Dunlpa and Harris. Mr. Daingerfield promises to pay interest which will balance what father pays Ridgeway.
Henry St. George Tucker (1780-1848), Winchester to St. George Tucker, Williamsburg, 1804 June 15
Encloses $285 in notes for Mr. Bassett. Sent the Bishop a notice of tickets in his possession (lottery tickets?) and kept one for self. Hopes father enjoyed visiting Doctor at Norfolk. Hopes John Hartwell Cocke? comes to the country this summer. Is a fashionable thing to do. Colonel Cary will spend summer with Mr. Fairfax in Charlestown. Will see father in Staunton. Two more of Logwood’s gang have been taken up for passing counterfeit notes.
Henry St. George Tucker (1780-1848), Winchester to St. George Tucker, Williamsburg, 1804 July 3
Glad they are well, and that Charles will realize his ambition of obtaining a grenadier's heighth. His friend (schoolmaster) Mr. Reterick, is ill but becomes more popular as a teacher and his school is full. Had thought of removing. Expects the Amblers. Jacqueline Smith answers questions but does not talk. Water in cellars from boiling spring. Big hailstorm. A mountain slide about 15 miles from here.
Henry St. George Tucker (1780-1848), Winchester to St. George Tucker, Williamsburg, 1804 December 10
Hopes to be there about the 28th or 29th of the month. Will bring Bob with him. Must return by the last of January. Friends here all well
Henry St. George Tucker (1780-1848), Williamsburg to St. George Tucker, Williamsburg, 1805 January 18
Chooses this method of mentioning subject. Asks if he should not seek a political life. He realizes that Polly (Mary Carter) will never love him and that he will always love her. He feels in her presence and must leave.
Henry St. George Tucker (1780-1848), Winchester to St. George Tucker, Williamsburg, 1805 February 10
Does not know why father is worried about him as he has no intentions of disobedience . Mentioned going to assembly as he thought some member might resign. Has not changed in his affections (for Mary Carter) but has no hopes that she will change her mind. Mr. Peyton will deliver this.
Henry St. George Tucker (1780-1848), Winchester to St. George Tucker, Williamsburg, 1805 March 3
Henry St. George Tucker (1780-1848), Winchester to St. George Tucker, Williamsburg, 1805 March 17
Hopes they are well. Has been in court a fortnight continually. Goes to Staunton. Miss Bush ill but better. Asks enclosed letter be delivered to Mr. Nelson? Will return on April 1st. Enclosure not present.
Henry St. George Tucker (1780-1848), Winchester to St. George Tucker, Richmond, 1805 April 21
Writes to say he is well. One week in the company of Judge Brooke cured him. Is very fond of Judge who has pleasing manner, handsome talents extensive knowledge. Universally admired.
Henry St. George Tucker (1780-1848), Winchester to St. George Tucker, Richmond, 1805 June 29
Ague, fever and dysentery here. Is not fatal. Expects smallpox. Has had Bob inoculated with kinepox but will not dare take him to Staunton. Will be glad to meet father soon.
Henry St. George Tucker (1780-1848), Winchester to St. George Tucker, Richmond, 1805 October 13
District court ended. Accidentally discovered that Major Holmes will be compelled to pay a large debt for unprincipled John James Maunde. Knows father owes a debt to bank and is embarrassed because of Mr. Wilson. Thinks perhaps father could advance the money within a year. If brother had accepted a recent proposal from Mr. Perkins self would have advanced the money. Received letter from Beverley whom he admires greatly. Asks that Blackstone be sent him.
Henry St. George Tucker (1780-1848), Winchester to St. George Tucker, Richmond, 1805 November 9
Pleased at father’s reply to his suggestion about (debt of) Major Holmes. Holmes may be made one of honourable corps by legislature. Will follow his advice about Perkins. Asks for copy of Mrs. Corran’s marriage settlement and her will. Will follow his advice about Perkins. Must delay answer about one part of his letter.
Henry St. George Tucker (1780-1848), Winchester to St. George Tucker, Williamsburg, 1806 June 17
Thanks him for letter and $100. Glad at good news of Charles Carter. Went to see Evelina Hunter. Glad parents are coming to Staunton. Sandy ? is well and attention to studies. Cannot ride so will not come to Staunton with him unless he buys a gig. Hears Nathaniel Beverley has left home at last. Wishes him well and is proud of him, admires him. Asks to borrow money. Wishes to make changes in house. Buildiing office cost $300.
Henry St. George Tucker (1780-1848), Bizarre to St. George Tucker, Charlottesville, 1795 September 13
Brother Dick sends messenger to him tomorrow. Obeyed his mandates in letter to Mr. Holcomb. Hears mother has recovered from cholic. That Miss Tucker has arrived from Bermuda. Strangely-dressed man called her for father. Thinks it is George Tucker. Congratulates father on birth of grandson on Sept. 11. Brother Richard named him Tudor after brother Theodoric Tudor. Sister Judy is better. St. George thinks baby is his plaything.
Henry St. George Tucker (1780-1848), Williamsburg to St. George Tucker, Richmond, 1796 June 15
Mother is better and thanks him for things she sent. Had company last evening and tried the bath this morning though she was much frightened at first. Note by Mrs. Lelia Skipwith Carter Tucker.
Henry St. George Tucker (1780-1848), Bizarre to St. George Tucker, Winchester, 1796 September 26
Failure to write was not because of illness. Sister Judy went to visit friend in Amelia. St. George Randolph? has toothache and fever, but is a sweet boy with father's generosity of temper. Is cold there and supposes it is freezing at the springs.
Henry St. George Tucker (1780-1848), Bizarre to St. George Tucker, Winchester, 1796 October 9
Has not heard from them for three weeks. Fears they are sick. Is now at Brett Randolph's of Sandiford though he dated his letter at Bizarre. Judy is still visiting. Self has gained.