- keyword(s): Nathaniel Beverley Tucker
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Nathaniel Beverley Tucker and Mary Coalter Tucker, Glenburnie, to Elizabeth Tucker Coalter, niece., 1825 June 18
Describes Eliza's fiancé. Accidental arrival of an utter stranger from a distant past of the world disclosed circumstances. which if true, stamp his character with irresparable dishonor. Has just come into house and confessed. Arranging invitation from Eliza to visit Virginia. "sisters in calamity with love."
Tucker, [Nathaniel] Beverley, in Berkeley Springs, W.Va., to Benjamin Harrison, 1888 November 22
Tucker, [Nathaniel] Beverley [1820-1890], in Berkeley Springs, W.Va., to Benjamin Harrison in Indianapolis, Indiana. Tuckers agrees with President Elect Harrison’s “patriotic and conservative sentiments” in regard to the political treatment of Southern states. He clarifies that the Southern people fear “negro supremacy” instilled by carpetbaggers, not “negro equality.”
J. B. Christian, Washington, to Judge Nathaniel Beverley Tucker, Williamsburg., 1841 September 11
Scope and Contents Tells of resignations of cabinet men of previous administration and new appointments, etc. Scrapbook p. 125.
Duff Green, Washington, to Nathaniel Beverley Tucker, Fauquier Springs, Virginia, 1837 September 9
Scope and Contents Comment on President Van Buren's message about separation of the Government from the banks; past "betrayal by Jackson. Added note of family news by Lucy Tucker. Scrapbook p. 80.
Nathaniel Beverley Tucker, Fauquier Springs, Virginia, to John Millington, Philadelphia, 1837 September 6
Endorsement: "Judge Tucker at F.S. about my taking Edmund Randolf to Board, etc."
John Randolph of Roanoke (1773-1833) to Nathaniel Beverley Tucker, 1827 February 18
Not sure I am right in sending the enclosed. (Not present). Health has never been worse.
Nathaniel Beverley Tucker , Roanoke to John Coalter, General Court, Staunton, 1810 January 3
Polly (wife, Mary Coalter Tucker) well but son died at birth. Was born on January 1.
Nathaniel Beverley Tucker (1874-) to John Coalter, General Court, Richmond, circa 1811 June 15
Wife insists he write. Visited by her old friend, Miss Tate, now Mrs. Ervin and her husband, the person. Mr. Ervin is Presbyterian missionary on tour into Carolina and western states. James Gamble says Theophilus' uncle ? has left him in a school where he can learn nothing. Will keep him and send him to school with Mr. Rice. "Undated but written before letter of 1811 July 1."
Nathaniel Beverley Tucker, St. Louis, to John Coalter, Richmond, Virginia, 1817 January 15
Western land has been misrepresented. Self has secured only enough for present uses. Reports on land, trees, crops, healthful climate. All are well.
Nathaniel Beverley Tucker, St. Louis, to John Coalter, Richmond, Virginia, 1817 February 19
Calumet lands. Has heard nothing more from Judge Stuart. Will divide the Bluff with him if he wishes, but will sell own half. Earns $100 per month by wagon and team. Is writing in a hollow tree with plank floor and window and chimney. Note by Mary Coalter Tucker says she would like to return to Kentucky. Are building house here.
Carter Coupland, Montpelier, to Nathaniel Beverley Tucker, St. Louis, Missouri, 1818 February 15
John Wickham, Richmond, Virginia to Nathaniel Beverley Tucker, St. Louis, 1818 November 1
Informed by John Coalter that Tucker would help him to invest in lands in Missouri. Wishes limit to be four sections of 640 acres at government minimum of 2 per acre. He may exceed that price, but not maximum sum of $1400.
Nathaniel Beverley Tucker, St. Louis, to John Coalter, Richmond, Virginia, 1819 January 8
Described land he bought 15 miles above St. Charles. Mr. Naylor and Coalter's brother (David Coalter?) will move up with him. Self says little as he has often been excused of extravagance.
Carter Coupland, Richmond, to Nathaniel Beverley Tucker, St. Louis, Mo., 1819 April 16
Eliza Naylor, Glenburnie, to Nathaniel Beverley Tucker, St. Louis, Mo., 1820 May 1
Papa heard from Kentucky that a barrel of nails had been forwarded by Mr. Houston and deposited at the warehouse of Mr. Hinds (or Winder). Also a box of window glass. Asks that he have them sent by water to St. Charles. Papa is better. Sophonia has chills. Rode to his prairie and say Anthony. Fields are beautiful. Can't give up hope of is bulding there his "stone palace." Mr. and Mrs. Lacy pretty well.
John Wickham, Richmond, Virginia to Nathaniel Beverley Tucker, St. Louis, 1820 November 21
Is time for second payment on land Tucker took up for self. Will be glad to have certificates for 320 acres, eastern half of section 25, township 43 also. Possibly best method would be to send it via some congressman or public official in Washington. Wishes Congress would lower price crops rents and Missouri question prevents his futher investments in Missouri.
David Barton, Washington, to Nathaniel Beverley Tucker, St. Louis, Mo., 1821 February 19
Will attempt to have post office established at the pondfort and Robert Bailly made postmaster. Resolution of Roberts of Pennsylvania proposes admission of Missouri on condition she modifies the free Negro clause in her constitution. Northern people are tired of the contest and wish it ended. Northern people are tired of the contest and wish it ended. They have failed in attempt to impose restriction.
David Barton, Washington, to Nathaniel Beverley Tucker, St. Charles, Mo., 1823 December 14
David Barton, Washington, to Nathaniel Beverley Tucker, St. Charles, Mo., 1824 April 15
Declines executive appointment as judge in Mo. although he might be defeated in next election. Tariff bill to be re-read. Senate indignant at corruption of Rector. R. still quarrels withself though General Jackson condemns and forbids the quarrel. Has dismissed Teague from his intercourse as Teague wants just any appointment.
Nathaniel Beverley Tucker (1784-1851), Williamsburg to St. George Tucker, Sweet Springs, 1799 August 4
Writes by his good friend the Bishop. Hears he left Bizarre on Monday last. The instrument is not idle as Mr. Mouse or Miss Barraud plays it. Not yet made ill by hot weather. Must write three letters before going to church.
Nathaniel Beverley Tucker (1784-1851), Biazrre Bizarre? to St. George Tucker, Charlottesville, 1800 September 13
Sends this by brother Henry (St. George Tucker) who sets out tomorrow. Writes very bad hand and makes many mistakes. Has read Euclid again. Is reading Tacitus Annalia in Latin, Le Recueil par Scot in French and Plutarch’s Lives as a historical exercise. Love to all.
Nathaniel Beverley Tucker and Mary Coalter Tucker, Winchester, to Elizabeth T. Coalter, 1825 May 14
Lafayette made his appearance in St. Louis the day Nathaniel Beverley Tucker was to sail. Comments on Lord Byron.
Nathaniel Beverley Tucker, South Point, Mo. to St. George Tucker, Warminster, Virginia, 1826 May 22
Health. Details on condition of his mouth. Religious manuscript. Expanded on Erskine.
Nathaniel Beverley Tucker (1784-1851), Bizarre to St. George Tucker, Elm Grove, 1806 July 9
Met Cousin George Tucker? at post office. Mother enjoyed cool breezes of newly invented doors and windows. Thermometer went to 98½°. Brother says whole country will be a Sahara.
Nathaniel Beverley Tucker (1784-1851), Bizarre to St. George Tucker, Elm Grove, 1806 July 24
Heard father lost horse between Williamsburg and Richmond. Horse was Mr. Smock's. Books not yet arrived. Should have applied for license when Mr. Taylor was in neighborhood. Only want of horse keeps him from calling on Messrs. Winston and Carrington. No horses here. Doctor Robinson's wife very charming. Boys gone to school of Doctor Haller in Richmond. Weather dry. Finds competiton at bar. May settle in Halifax or Buckingham County.