Land patent to Elias Webb for 130 acres of land in Westmoreland County.

Deed selling to brother William and John Soane land on which Henry Soane is now situated lying on the Chickahominy River in Willington parish, James City County.

Indenture: Captain William Randolph, Francis Epes and Joseph Royall inhabitants of Henrico county have equal joint charge of 580 acres of swampy or sunken land on the south side of the James (Captain Martin's swamp)

Indenture: Joseph Royall to Samuel Knibb 145 acres of the swamp or sunken land known as Captain Martin's swamp.

Copy of a mortgage to John Tudor, Jr.

Typescript made April 26, 1967, from a handwritten copy.  Details on location of original letter included in typescript.   Letter from Fouace, a clergyman and a trustee of the College of William and Mary,  advising his godson Burwell on conducting himself as a "resolute observer of eternal laws of equity, justice, charity, Godliness, rightousness and soberness".  Fouace also addresses a previous accusation against Burwell but does not specify what it is.

Extract from the Journals giving Sir John Willis and Sir Dudley Ryder's opinions relative to the operation of acts of Parliament made since the settlement of Bermuda.

An Act for altering the method of holding Courts in the counties of Brunswick, Fairfax, Lunenburg, Frederick, Albemarle, and Augusta.

Recognizance of Indebtness. Anthony Cole and William Ballard acknowledge their indebtedness to William Gray to the extent of £169 3s. 6d.

Grant of fifty acres of land to John Hightower.

Document fragment.  No visible author or title.  Calculations and short descriptions of historical events.

Appointing his son John Tudor of Bermuda his attorney.

Commits to the Amherst County jail Peter, a Negro man belonging to Andrew Reed accused of murdering Sarah Reed, until he shall be discharged by due course of law.

Document fragment.  List of signatures and dates ranging from 1761 June 1 to 1765 November 4.  Last signed by Matthew Tucker.

His favor by Captain Banden arrived lately. Account of university here in answer to St. George's inquiry. Discusses building, professors and subjects, classes, students, tutors, degrees and requirements, regulations as to attendance and behavior, examinations.

Appoints John Harvey to prosecute case on behalf of the crown in the Amherst County court.

Circumstances of voyage to England. I was very sick the greater part of the passage and your friend Billy was too. Most extraordinary passage, twelve days after we left Bermuda, we were within 200 leagues of the English Channel, but due to contary winds four weeks before landing at Dover. Compliments Captain and vessel.

St. George's last letters contained variety of entertainment. Brother Harry (Harry Tucker) can satisfy him better than self in a letter. Glad to know of theatre there (Bermuda). Had assemblies for long time. Little expected importation of players. Thanks for seeds he intended sending.

His favor by Captain Jones very acceptable. Account of Edinburgh and country about it. Scotland deficient in trees. Numerous small rivers. Letter shipwrecked; enclosed later with 1769 February 28.

Received her letter by Daddy. Would like to see the wedding. Arrival of brother John and wife and friends prevents her from preparing best bib-and-tucker. None of her maids of honor or guests wishes her any more joy than self does. Mr. Jones sends respects to Mr. Randolph.

Enclosed letter dated 1768 November 12 in answer to favor received by Captain Jones and this intended by him in return. Vessel shipwrecked. Letter brought to Doctor Tucker. Now sends it a second time.

For want of safe conveyance have not written in a long time. Would have been at Cawsons Wednesday evening had not my Aunt Walker disappointed me. Will be with you the first of May.

Experience will teach Fanny that cares of a family prevent finding time for correspondence. Does not desire to make a splendid appearance but does wish to make abode agreeable to friends when they think it worthwhile to visit. Compliments to Mr. Randolph.

Regret that they are to be separated by so great a distance. No news. Mrs. Broadnax has a fine girl. Mr. Jones sends best respects.

Pleasure to receive your letter. I hope you will distinguish yourself by making a virtuous, tender, affectionate wife and parent.

Have sent you some of all my flower roots. Mr. Nicolas and Mr. Currie are dead. Your sister Banister has not delivered. She says you may have Cate as soon as she is finished with her.

Have sent you 4 handkerchiefs with one Pisterene in the corner of one. The guinea chickens with the fowl hen are all dead, but 3, the guinea hen has 3. The pineapples are not much bigger than when you left. Remember me to your brothers, Harry and Natte. On back Elizabeth Tucker to St. George Tucker, thanking him for the shoes he sent her. If you need money use my part of what you sell the paper for.

Sends him shirts, stocks, stockings, coat, waistcoat and breeches. Also white waistcoat for Natty (Nathaniel Tucker). Regards to Miss Bruere. Aunt Hinson will send to town the latter end of the week. Regards to Mr. and Mrs. Richardson.

Has sent him shoes, shirts, stocks, stockings, handkerchief, hambro napkin, britches and blue coat. Sorry he is thick of hearing again. Regards to Mr. and Mrs. Richardson. Will send another napkin.

Had intended sending him a ham and other things in boat as Mr. Gilbert was going down, but was called to Mrs. Jennings in the night. Has sent his cap and comb, by Jemmy.

Since you first wrote, you have employed my thoughts. I have been with my sister assisting her in taking care of her children. I heard Papa declare his intentions of sending you to Virginia.

Hopes he will be diligent in studies under Mr. Richardson. Spoke to Reeves about book he desired. Admonishes him about his conduct. If he wishes to spend evening from home, he will be welcome at Governor Bruere's. Regards to the Bishop and Mrs. Richardson.

Saturday morning. Hopes Mr. Slater will improve by new medicine. Grandmother very low this morning. Disagrees with Doctor Forbes as self does not see how she can live, being so weak. Hopes that when melancholy occasion happens, St. George can get up to Fort Royal.

Sunday morning. Regrets Mrs. Slater is no better. Will agree to Doctor Forbes's proposal about Mr. Slater's debts. Hopes creditors will give up part of his salary until he can recover, or else they may lose all. Has been indisposed in head. Grandmother much better but weak.

Announcement of the governor's (Lord Botetourt) intent to give two gold medals yearly to students at the College of William and Mary.

Congratulates on birth of Richard Randolph. Regrets she did not see her at Petersburg. Mrs. Banister gave hopes of seeing Mrs. Bland which pleased self's mother. Regret could not call at Cawsons. Compliments to father and mother, Miss Betty Careless and Cousin Eppes.

Sentiments on the billet you received from Messrs Pendcock and James Bruere. They are gentlemen of unexceptionable rank and character. Their invitation does you honor.

Encloses own translation of extract from civil law. Bishop Richardson seems to approve it. Author's intention seems to instruct reader regarding method of prosecution in case plaintiff and defendant are in different places or not subject to same laws. Remembrances to Mr. and Mrs. Slater.

Requests him to look among papers belonging to Watkin's estate that Mr. Slater has for paper on which is entered amount of balances due from the estate to such persons as had closed their account with the administrator. Sister wishes him to advise Mr. Bruere. She can furnish salad oil and raisins.

Situation of our family has prevented your receiving a letter. Your sister has been here with her little girl, who is full of heat and sores. Papa has been sick, Mama complaining, and Sister Fanny scarcely ever well. You will acquire many valuable instructions from Mr. Slater. I wish Papa's affairs would permit him to send you to a school in England.

Your situation as described in your letter is nearly what I concluded it to be from a knowledge of Mr. Slater's disposition. Misfortunes and ill health have caused his distress. Mr. Stark gave Papa a favourable account of the College in Virginia. Regulations and great care for the education of the students. He represents it as the best institution of the sort in America, and under the particular inspection of Lord Botetourt (the Governor) who takes great pains and delight with it. There is so large Fund raised for its use that the students are boarded, lodged, washed, and have the best Masters for the inconsiderable sum of 13 pound ten shillings per Annum.

Sunday evening. Regrets hearing of poor Sister Slater's illness. Self is deaf in one ear. May not know of opportunity to send rice to Slaters so they had better send up for it.

Papa had a letter from Brother Tommy (Thomas Tudor Tucker). He will leave Edinburgh, September 12. Busy taking his degrees. Am sending you clothes. Aunt Slater seems better.

Begs favor of him to spend the evening with him on Thursday next at the House of Mr. William Elbersen. He expects to be honored with the company of a set of most agreeable young ladies.

Present separation disagreeable. May be long before sees St. George again. Affection for him sincere and unalterable. St. George to go to Virginia. Has not least doubt of his arriving at great degree of perfection in profession. Endorsed: Received per Captain Dickinson, 1771 June 21.

Received his favors by Captains Young and Sawyer. Obliged to omit writing to Mr. Tucker ? and sisters Elizabeth Tucker and Frances (Tucker) Tucker. Hopes this finds him preparing for Virginia. St. George can finish studies in England. Compliments to Colonel Henry Tucker? and family and Slater.

Uncertain where this may find him. Cannot enjoy each other's company for some years. Anxious to hear he has begun plan of studies. To initiate knowledge of profession, Virginia may be as proper as more considerable place. Hopes not necessary for St. George to continue long there. Have most indulgent of fathers Colonel Henry Tucker. Cannot judge of own encouragement here. Not fewer than 35 practitioners of physic in town. Made small beginning with few Bermuda Negroes. St. George's wishes in prosecution of studies to be gratified to his last farthing. Endorsed: Received per Captain G. Judkin

Regrets hearing by Tony of John Randolph's (1742-1775) illness. Judge it is bilious. Medical advice.

Will, bequeathing to son Thomas Rives Rosser, son of Bathia Rosser alis Rives, wife, his plantation; bequests to daughters Judah Rives, Elizathen Warthin, Ann Burge, daughter Mary Adam's children Julian Oliver and Hanna Rosser. Admitted to Prince George county court, 1772 February 29.

This may reach New York before he does. Nathaniel Tucker left for Charleston, S. C. Mr. Hunt and son Daniel arrived and took possession of own house. Brother and sister (Henry Tucker and Frances (Tucker) Tucker? talk of leaving tomorrow.

Afraid this will not get to hand before he leaves New York. Sailed from Bermuda about five days after St. George left. About 10 days on water. Brother Tommy's (Thomas Tudor Tucker) practice here small and almost entirely among Bermudians. This colony seems thriving. Town increasing daily. Inhabitants hospitable. Men are brown and women not very fair. Has seen no beauties but many agreeable ladies. Good houses in different parts of town. Several public buildings. No great communication between this province and Virginia by water. Vessels frequently sail to and from thence to St. George. Situated in house of four rooms. Little furniture. Shop ornamented with medicine. Seldom dines at home. Does not find place so sickly.

Happy to hear of safe arrival in New York. Considers uncertainty of their ever being settled together. Source of happiness to have Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) with him. Their business at present almost nothing. Sometimes feels their plan may be subverted. Hopes in time they will pursue first intention. Should be glad to hear Washington attended him to Virginia.

Rebukes him for not writing. Mother worried because she has not heard from him. Reported Tudor (Thomas Tudor Tucker) is married to an older woman in the West Indies.

This goes by Captain Obediah Morgan with whom P. Trott takes passage. Should meet him at Norfolk. Hopes St. George will introduce him to Doctor Campbell and aunt. Sent his Box of books to Doctor Campbell. Have not heard from brother Tommy (Thomas Tudor Tucker) nor of Natty's arrival in Charles Town. St. George is now settled alone in a new country. Advises him to adhere to honor and virtue. Avoid letting sallies of wit get the better of prudence. Gaming is an introduction to ill habits. Remember religious duties. Has no doubts of his children, but wishes them to excell in virtues rather than riches. Daniel Hunt was appointed attorney general by governor. Hopes to buy the books St. George wanted. John Riley married. Governor and Mrs. Bruere in Port Royal last week. Brother and sister Tucker in town. Has been engaged with Rieldell's affairs. Poor Mathelin ? here from Philadelphia. Uncle Stinson gone to South Carolina.

Chronological records of "money received", transactions in both Bermuda and Virginia currency, etc. Unidentified author.

Vessel from Carolina brought letters he had sent to them. Thankful he has arrived. Wishes to know if he has disorder in head and sore mouth he used to complain of, how he lives at College, and if she should send him anything. Remembrance to Doctor and Aunt Campbell. Wishes them a happy Christmas.

Write your description of the place and the manners and customs of the people. Mr. William Forbes has brought his family to spend the winter here. Billy Forbes has a handsome chaise. Dr. Frank a neat Italian Chair. The President a chariot. Mrs. Hunt and her son arrived after you left, Daniel is thought clever, and Papa has appointed him Attorney General. Jack Stiles married his mistress. Mr. Ford returned, might marry Effie. Dr. Kidd has arrived. My little Harry St. George is a fine boy.

Judging from winds here you probably had a short passage to New York. Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) sailed Saturday after you left. Daniel Hunt appointed Attorney General this week to make his appearance for the first time at the Bar. Your friend Jones is gone to South Carolina.

Papa received a letter from Tommy (Thomas Tudor Tucker) mentions nothing of his practice. We long to hear of Natty's (Nathaniel Tucker) safe arrival. Father has been in town this week to assist at the Mr. Slater's sale. He brought the portable desk you desired. I have directed it to the care of Mr. Starke. Mr. Daniel Hunt spoke with apparent confusion at the last court, he seems to be a young fellow of some genius.

Hope he is satisfactorily settled in Virginia after pleasant visit in Philadelphia. In Bermuda Mrs. Middleton died. Leaves tomorrow for Bermuda in schooner Charlotte, with Captain Savage which self has chartered. Sold sloop. Asks to be informed about saddle horses as he may wish to buy one. Pencil note of later date: "Henry Tucker of Somerset, brother-in-law to St. George who had evidently accompanied the latter to New York on his leaving Bermuda for Virginia."

Received letters from Tommy (Thomas Tudor Tucker) and Natty (Nathaniel Tucker). Both well. Natty likes Charlestown, S. C. Tommy has a litte practice. Your forbidden fruit is nothing more than a St. Helena Lemon.

Wrote last by Captain Obadiah Morgan and sent Box of books to Doctor Campbell. Perient Trott missed vessel. Matholin could give no news of St. George in Philadelphia. Tommy (Thomas Tudor Tucker) and Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) well in Charles Town. Paid 3£ for Mr. Slater's portefeuille. Will send it to him by Mr. Burch and Mr. Starke. Account of lawyers Daniel Hunt, Bascome and Bull. Sent Doctor Campbell money and wished pickled pork and hams. His brother and sister now with them. Jones the lawyer has gone to Charles Town, which is already overrun with lawyers. Messenger waits for this.

Thanks for letters by post and by Reave. Wishes him safe to Williamsburg. Wrote to St. George in New York. Requested Sam Tudor to forward letter in case he had left. Hospitality of inhabitants makes poverty more tolerable in this town. Dancing assembly expensive. No other public amusements. Ladies dress gay. Some drink grog and play backgammon. Lives happily here with brother Thomas Tudor Tucker as could expect. Opportunities for sending letters to Virginia very uncommon.

Letter intended by Captain Richardson. Regrets infrequency of conveyance between this place and Virginia. Reve called with St. George's letters. Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) and self enjoy health. Has heard of a not more healthy spot in English dominions than Charleston. Country allowed by everyone unhealthy in certain seasons. Probably will be as long as rice staple commodity. Imputes smallness of their practice to healthiness of season. Physicians in this part of world do not immediately receive fees as in England. Hopes soon convenient for St. George and Natty to set out for England. Mr. Hunt appointed Attorney General. Glad St. George introduced to Doctor Benjamin? Rush. Determined to write Rush soon. Jack Stiles married his Miss. Bob Tucker here from Bermuda, also Hinson and son.

Letter sent by the Post. Hope Virginia agrees with you. When I see Julia and Odell shall desire them to answer the part of the letter that concerns them. Mr. Montreson returned from Boston.

Assures his brother that Sister Fanny is recovering from her illness during pregnancy. They hope to see her at Port Royal when the weather permits travel abroad. Mr. Tucker is also "better than he has been lately."  Left  Fanny in the country yesterday. Plans on sending a box in the care of Captain Briggs. Believes Grandmother Butterfield has sent him a barrel of oranges.  Hopes he has spent Christmas cheerily and merrily. Adds postscript stating that Fanny will be sending silk stocking for a Christmas box.

Continue a year longer at College. You may do it with the same ease as a private lodging. A vessel is to sail for Bermuda soon.

Thank you for your polite letter from Philadelphia. I find that you have some men among you, who call themselves clergymen of the Church of England, who have betrayed the cause of the Church and have dared publicly to protest against the united voice of all their Brotheren (Brethren) for American Bishops. I am told one or two of these are professors in your College. If you can afford any ancedotes concerning them, you will oblige me.

Complains because Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) has neglected us. Tell him when you write. St. George remains the dull place you left it.

Satisfaction at his safe arrival at Williamsburg. His scheme relative to brother Thomas Tudor Tucker's residence in Virginia at first adopted with warmth. Upon deliberation obstacles appeared. Number of gentlemen from Virginia graduated lately from Edinburgh. Many are promising geniuses. Does not conceive that his practice there should be worth £300 or £400. It does not follow that business of dead eminent physcian would fall into his hands. Circumstances might throw great part of medical employment to adventurers who should settle at Norfolk even after brother's arrival there. Although self experienced hospitality from many inhabitants, has not been long enough in this place to have strong partiality for it. Thinks St. George unlikely to remain in Virginia after finishing education. This country furnishes fine field for gentlemen of law. Many amassed great wealth here. Friends in Bermuda received St. George's letters from Mr. Henry Tucker. St. George has not told them what or whom he saw at New York or Philadelphia.

Letters dated at Norfolk and Williamsburg arrived. Rejoiced to find he safely finished voyage. Consulted Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) about his proposal of their removing to Norfolk. Reasons for declining. Shall be obliged to make use of T. Savage's offer of assistance. When finishes studies, no part of America fairer prospect for St. George than Charleston. Their success here yet uncertain. Obliged to Doctor Archibald Campbell for good offices. Also indebted to Atchison and others for kind intentions. Had letters dated after Henry Tucker's arrival in Bermuda. Gilchrist never called on them. Doctor Peter Fayssoux married to Sarah Wilson, 1772 January 29. His widowed sister, Mrs. Dodd, now residing with self and Nathaniel Tucker.

Vessel she wrote by last went to West Indies instead of Virginia. Regrets he had disagreeable trip from Philadelphia to Virginia. Samuel Stone reported seeing him in Norfolk. Death of grandmother Frances (Tudor) Tucker. Henry Tucker ill since return from New York. Captain John Bruere, Pendock and Charlotte Bruere sailed for London in brig Porgy by way of Carolina. Thanks him for sugar he sent children.

Received your epistle from Philadelphia. Received letters from Tommy (Thomas Tudor Tucker) and Natty (Nathaniel Tucker). Mr. Henry Tucker has been ill, sister very distressed. Spent a fortnight in town, company every day, took a ride to the Ferry when weather permitted, christening at Mr. Randles, a dance at the Doctor: the Governor gave us a ball. Our poor old Grandmother died.

Our situation has altered, we are deprived of every comfort in this world, house, Negroes. We are living with our poor old Aunt. Everything dull, no amusement  this winter.

Our good old Grandmother died very suddenly a fortnight past. Impatient to hear what Tommy (Thomas Tudor Tucker) determined after your dispatches concerning Norfolk. His practice seems to be daily increasing in Charleston S. C. My prospects are gloomy, but I must endeavor to reconcile myself to my fate

Your letter afforded me pleasure. The scene of dullness before me is not an object of inspiration. My dear Harry is a fine boy. Your old friend sailed for England with his sister Charlotte and brother Pendock.

I commend your punctuality in so readily complying with your part of the engagement entered into by us to a constant communication to each other of the little occurences of life and our sentiments. Mr. Daniel Hunt is with us. The gazing multitude was struck with him, the ladies captivated. He has a noble fund of good nature.

Forster Bascome was married last Sunday. He had no wedding because his wife's brother, Henry Parker, was dead. We are through going to Wright. After Papa came home he took us away. We were through a third of Virgil. Now were learning cipher from Papa. Next navigation. Tudor is going to sea in a vessel that is being built below the house. I hear you have the barber to you every morning.

My mouth watered when I had the pleasure of reading your letter about the adorable Miss Auchmuty. I envied your happiness. We are through with school and Papa is teaching us navigation. He is building a vessel. I shall take a small voyage likely to Virginia.

By this conveyance you will receive a letter from your brother in Charles Town S. C. and one from Harry Tucker. Have not heard from Bermuda since your departure. My famly is all well.

Glad that you like Virginia. Your Grandmother died February 14 very suddenly.

Pleasure to hear you are so well settled at the College and your connection with the Blair Family. Father went to Gloucester and expects to call at Williamsburg on his way back.

Tried to procure a small bill for you, but failed. A small bill can be found for you at the Court about the end of this month. I will be in Williamsburg next week. Glad to hear by Doctor Blair that you have lodgings in the College. Our respects to Mr. John Blair.

Received letters by Captain Roberts. Wrote by Captain John Seymour. Sister Fanny (Tucker) Tucker  been in town six weeks. Miscarried at Governor Bruere's. Fears his stay in Williamsburg will be longer than anticipated.

Have you heard from Tommy (Thomas Tudor Tucker). We are anxious to hear what he has decided. Sister Fanny miscarried about six weeks ago. Doctor Forbes desires his compliments.

Wrote last by Captain John Seymour who had rough passage. Mentioned death of Grandmother Frances (Tudor) Tucker on February 14. Received his letters by Captain Roberts. Is amazed at cost of education in Virginia. No higher at London in the Temple. Reverend Gwatkin good tutor but high. Had not expected St. George to undertake such academical education. Little logic, rhetoric, and small notion of mathematics all necessary for study of law. He mentions three-year stay here. Discussion of requirements for law. Fortunate Periant Trott gave up idea. Pendock Bruere's ? education in London will not cost £40 per annum. Thinks Tommy and Natty will stay in Charles Town instead of going to Norfolk. He can write in care of Richard Jennings. Fanny (Tucker) Tucker still in town. Mother (Anne (Butterfield) Tucker) met with all kindness at Bruere's. Greetings to Mr. Gwatkin.

Gilchrist is set out for Virginia. If matters do not mend soon, to lose all patience. Uneasy for Natty's (Nathaniel Tucker) sake as well as own. Afraid will be much longer before Natty can prosecute plan (of going to Scotland). 1772 February 24, letters from Bermuda gave news of death of grandmother. Henry Tucker at meeting of General Assembly in Bermuda. Sister Fanny (Mrs. Frances (Tucker) Tucker), Sam Howe tells them, miscarried at governor's. Takes this opportunity of thanking Dr. Archibald Campbell for kindness. To go to ball of Governor Lord Charles Greville Montagu (S. C.) Governor intends leaving province soon.

Received his letter by Gilchrist. Wrote him of determination not to quit Carolina. Gilchrist told them he saw St. George before leaving Virginia. Brother Thomas Tudor Tucker has had little practice. Despairs of his being able to assist self in prosecution of studies. Friends and family little able to support self. Postage very high. Suggests he convey messages by way of Bermuda or by itinerants. Brother and self have invitation to Lord Charles Greville Montagu's, (governor of South Carolina) ball at Pike's assembly room. Room lately finished and is one of largest in America. Two sets of 30 couples to dance at same time. Some fine women in town but greatest toasts have no considerable fortunes. Many girls worth from 500 to 5,000 guineas. Expense of living here great. Hopes St. George upon an agreeable establishment at Williamsburg. Heard from Bermuda grandmother died about February 20. Sam Stone told them Henry Tucker's attack of old disorder affected sister Franny (Frances (Tucker) Tucker) so as to cause miscarriage. Mrs. Dodd (Col. Peter Fayssoux's sister) lived with them since marriage of brother. She has administration of family affairs. They complain, with Reeves, that all goings out and no comings in will never do. Their expenses surpassed income of brother's profession.

Rebukes him for not writing.Sister Fanny is on her way home. My Fanny has been ill. The Governor and Mrs. Bruere beg their compliments.

No news from Bermuda except the death of your Grandmother. A most uncomfortable winter here. There are parts of the world, I think, more desirable than New York. I can almost fancy Bermuda one of them. Have you heard of the Princess Dowagers death or of the Queen of Denmark's supposed incontinency.

Wrote him by Captain Cox. Brothers Thomas Tudor Tucker and Nathaniel Tucker wrote by Captain John Conyers. Do not intend going to Virginia. Hears St. George will not put on worsted hose though he shivers. Wishes he would make 2 or 3 good pens and send her. Hers are intolerable.

Going to sister's as she sent for me. Tudor has sold the schooner and is still in the West Indies. What do you think of his being on the road to matrimony? Am sending you a parcel, it contains a pair of silk stockings and two silk handkerchiefs.

Miss Nanny Wright was married to Joe Labourn. Mrs. Bladen is dead My little boy has had measles. I have been in town for three months.

We have heard from Tommy (Thomas Tudor Tucker). They mention nothing of the offer from Virginia.The Assembly has completed their Report of Grievances.

Wrote by Captains Seymour and Cox. Urges frugality. Not a shilling to be got by any branch of trade here. John Gilchrist at Charles Town can inform Tommy and Natty of Norfolk. Cousin Gibbs and Bladen are dead. Family news.

Business and illness prevented writing since return to Bermuda. In letter written at New York in care of Doctor Campbell self had asked him to inquire about a horse. Wife Frances (Tucker) Tucker miscarried at St. George's. Did not receive favorable impressions of New York or of Virginia colleges in ?

I expected a full acount of Virginia and more particulars relating to yourself. Sister has been sick, but is recovering.

Thanks for his letters since leaving Bermuda. Ashamed this is her first writing. Mr. Henry Tucker (husband) returned December 23 ill with bilious fever. Self been ill in town. Brother (Thomas Tudor Tucker) in Carolina writes all well but they do not intend going to Virginia. Mr. Bladen died. He must have heard of grandmother's (Frances (Tudor) Tucker) death. Captain Roberts sails in the morning.

"Carthago Delenda Est."

Written in French.

Sorry to hear of Mr. Randolph's indisposition. I think he had better come down to be convenient to the Doctor. In my opinion health is first and plantation affairs after. We had a turtle given to us. Mr. Rose has given you all kinds of garden seeds.

Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) has sent his brother a poem called The Bermudian.Miss Betty Smith is engaged to Henry Trott. Miss Trott and Mr. Burrows are to be married in a few weeks. Mr. Richardson sets out for St. Eustatia after the hurricane months to settle there.

Our friends at Port Royal are all well. Sister Fanny's little boy has been ill. Mr. Henry Tucker is better.

Thanks for favors, especially on trip of Sister Cary (Sarah Blair Cary) and self to Baltimore. Enjoyed Purvince family. Clothes damaged by rain. Informed by Mr. Tucker that Mrs. Eustace would like to see her. Declines. Visit would cause displeasure of relatives. Wishes her happiness, though it be denied to brother (James Blair). Letter of Kitty (Eustace) Blair on reverse.

Received your letter by Cousin George Tucker. Father arrived from Virginia. Had execution served on his vessel and cargo, at the suit of Howard and Wright. He exposed his house to public sale. Could not sell it as there were no bidders. Sister Bladen lost her husband. She and her children have gone to her mother-in-law's. Miss Betty Smith, the collector's daughter, is to marry Mr. Harry Trott. Miss Molly Smith, our neighbor is to marry Captain Ben Howard of Long Bird Island. You should write Justice Tudor.

Half a dozen lines is all I get after trying to write you a long epistle. Poor sister enjoys indifferent state of health. Grandmother Butterfield is living with the Justice. Your friends in St. George's are all well. I am sending Natty's poems (not enclosed).

Husband Henry Tucker and son Harry ill. Grandmother Butterfield has come up to live with Jacky.

Your situation seems to be agreeable to you. Happy to find you have received so many marks of politeness and are on so intimate a footing with some of the principal families of Virginia. Am sending you two very fine Palmetto Royal plants. ending a box of the flower fence, carefully put up in rich mould. Sending a vial of spiders preserved in spirits.

John Hamlin left by his will a piece of land to my daughter with the condition that should I bring any account against his estate the land should be sold to pay it. I have sold the land, but the purchaser advised that I have no right to sell it. You bring a suit immediately to Prince George Court in the manner you think proper.

Wrote last by Captain Samuel Tucker at Heron Bay. This by Capt James Conyers. Received his last by Captain Burch. Little George Tucker said he showed him many pretty girls. Self is in love with C--y  T--r at the Bridge. Asks St. George's advice on this secret.

Have not heard from Aunt Campbell since Grandmother died. Mr. Henry Tucker is better. Sister, I hope, will regain her health. Grandmother Butterfield is living with Mr. Tudor.

Regrets he did not write self by Briggs. Fanny (Tucker) Tucker improves since miscarriage. Mrs. Dickinson died.

My attention has been taken up with Grandmother. Her death distressed me greatly. My two dear boys escaped the measles. I often scold the girls for not writing you.

Received his letters by Geo. Tucker, Brown, Conyers, Briggs. He can procure needs at Norfolk at one-half price of Williamsburg. Student's expenses should not be great as they seldom need to frequent taverns. Understand he will leave College at Christmas and study common law under Mr. George Wythe. Believes he will get more attention in Virginia than at the Inn's of Court in London. Regards to friend Colonel George William Fairfax - also Colonel Philip Ludwell Lee and Robert Carter (both of the Council). Also others he knew in England. Acquaintance with late president will be advantageous. - Either Nelson or Blair. Aunt Campbell has never mentioned death of his mother Frances (Tudor) Tucker. She was noways unworthy of being her mother. Mr. Starke unworthy of esteem by not noticing him. Natty (Nathaniel) Tucker just returned to Carolina from trip with Thomas Savage to Georgia. Tommy's (Thomas Tudor Tucker) housekeeper (Mrs. Dodd, sister to Dr. Fayssoux was extravagant. Flowers in garden. Grandmother Butterfield moved to Port Royal and lives with Jacky Tudor. Aunt Butterfield lost youngest daughter Sally. Scrogham Hal is ill. As St. George proposes leaving College at Christmas, self hopes he gets cheap board in a reputable family, at £25 or 30 per annum. If he is to write for George Wythe, perhaps he will dine with him.

Tommy and Natty (Thomas Tudor and Nathaniel Tucker) have lost chance of moving to Norfolk. Mrs. Thomas Dickinson died. Unhappy situation of Jenings family. Jack Jenings made a trip to Turks Island ? to regain health.

Fan and Harry thank him for cookies? Received his favors by Captain Burch and Briggs. Frances (Tucker) Tucker not well since miscarriage. Little boy recovered. Brother and sister Henry and Frances (Bruere) Tucker with self. Grandmother Butterfield lives with the Justice (Jack Tudor?) Billy Hall's wife miscarried. Aunt Deborah Butterfield lost daughter Sally. Captain Thomas Dickinson lost his wife.

I left the family all well at Port Royal. Heard from Tommy (Thomas Tudor Tucker) and Natty (Nathaniel Tucker). Tommy has attended the unknown foreign Lady, who has lately made such a noise on the Continent, in quality of physician. He seems to be at a loss to determine who she is, or what her business can be. He says she has been in Williamsburg. A letter from Doctor Middleton in which he said Aunt Nicholas died.

Sending you letters from Bermuda. We received two boxes with plants from Bermuda, but have not been mentioned in letters as being for us. Please send me my Compendium of Moral Philosophy. Mother has not been well.

This letter was sent with a copy of the Bermudian written by Nathaniel Tucker.

Letter received from Mrs. Eustace. Mother-in-law informed she made confidence of only one lady and Doctor Archibald? Campbell. Had talked to Mr. Tucker on odious subject. Asks what passed in the conversations. Odious subject is question of his virility.

To give information requested in letter of 16th. Must recall conversation with Mrs. Eustace two days after Miss Anne Blair's return from Baltimore. Mrs. Eustace disapproved of daughter's (Kitty (Eustace) Blair) conduct. He informed Miss Blair. In conversation with Doctor Campbell, Doctor Blair had reported himself satisfied. Mrs. Blair's answer to letter of mother was "If a reunion does not take place it is not my fault." Mrs. Eustace judged Doctor Blair reconciled and satisfied. Self is ready to give every satisfaction which knowledge he has in this unhappy affair will enable.

Has just waited on Mr. Gwatkin. Affair in which she is now employed should not have suspicion of influence from others. Papers she wishes copied should not be written by any other hand than own. World would consider them combined sentiments of writer and dictator. Is anxious for her happiness.

The fault of my situation that you did not receive the letter sooner. My compliments to Davis. Thank him for the trouble he took about the commissar's letters.

I understand you have been to York, let me know how you liked it. Inquire at Purdies if he has the notes of Love in a Village. Please send it to me. Father had a letter from Billy Hall. He mentions coming here to live next spring.

Mrs. Eustace wished him to inform Doctor Blair he saw the anonymous letter she mentioned. So impressed with contents he can repeat every word. Advised her to consider it product of a meddlar to prevent reconciliation of Doctor Blair and his wife, Kitty (Eustace) then in progress. Also note to Mrs. Eustace hoping she and daughter will acquit themselves properly. Has long believed, and experience will confirm it, that Doctor James Blair is incompetent.

Writes by Captain Williams who told of storm in West Indies on August 28th. Damage at Antigua, St. Kitts, St. Eustatius. Charlestown is excited over fair incognita who claimed she came from Williamsburg. Captain Hamilton who married Mr. Colden's daughter, stopped here in distress with troops from Augustine for St. Vincents. St. Vincent expedition is political and shockingly cruel and inhuman.

All well except Henry Tucker and Frances (Tucker) Tucker. Captain Williams brought word of St. George. Captain Hamilton, husband of Alice Colden, bound with 100 soldiers to St. Vincents. Aunt Nicholls (New York) died last July. Jeanne Trott married Michal Burrows. Fanny Trott is addressed by Mr. Lagare from Carolina. Tudor Tucker is here but Miss Lawley married to Mr. Porter, from West Indies.

We have heard from Tomny and Natty. Tommy's practice has increased. Send us your epithalamium on the marriage of Miss Joanna Trott. She married Michael Burrows last week.

Her last letter to him was by Mrs. Brown. Family here better. Brothers Thomas Tudor and Nathaniel Tucker happy to have heard from him.

The last letter we received from you was dated June. Have you seen your old neighbor, Mrs. Brown? I suppose you may have heard that the regiments from Boston and St. Augustine have been ordered to meet at St. Vincents to join in an Expedition against the poor Indians. Mr. Hunt arrived here from London last week. His son Mr. Daniel is to marry Miss Molly Jones.

Wrote last by Captain Robinson. Captain Hamilton who married Miss Colden forced here by storm on way to join expedition against Caribs. May now be jailed. Arrived in Captain Jennings brig. A gentleman of large fortunes to retire here. George Bruere returned to Philadelphia to rejoin regiment. Jack remains in England. Billy is in East Indies. Pendock and Charlotte Bruere at school. Hal Tucker is fine boy. Sister Frances (Tucker) Tucker will have another. Old Captain Huissere died. Uncle Hinson is better. Billy Hall is ill. Hurricane in Leeward Islands. Hubbard Outerbridge missing in new vessel of Mr. Mercer's. Captain Mackey says he saw St. George on last trip. Now not a bushel of corn is to be sold in the Island. Brother Hunt and Bascome were about to divide the books they bought. Mr. Hunt returned from England, took Insolvent Act and got his discharges. Aunt Nicholes in New York died.

Captain Hamilton was going upon the expedition against the Caribs at St. Vincent's. The transport he was on board received damage in a gale of wind and was obliged to put in here to refit. He spent a few days with my father. My Fanny has had a tooth pulled. Sister and Mr. Tucker are much better.

Captain Morgan detained by bad weather. Captain Thomas Tucker goes passenger with Captain Mackey. Henry Tucker and Frances (Bruere) Tucker in town. Bet Elizabeth Tucker at Scrogham's Point. Henry Tucker and Frances (Tucker) Tucker pretty tolerable.

Durham Hall returned to Providence. He tells self they have frequent opportunities to and from Virginia as well as Charleston. Asks St. George to let self hear from him by that way. Park Matthews says he knew St. George in Philadelphia. Also that he was in love with Miss Galloway to whom he wrote poetry. She is lady of considerable fortune. Self has composed since here but none in amorous style. Because of inconveniency of paying postage, refers him to Bermuda friends to whom transmitted them. Durham married in Providence. He expects 1000£ or 2000£ Bermuda currency with wife. Suggests directing letters in care of Hon Robert Hunt (Counselor), New Providence. Brother Thomas Tudor Tucker and self healthy which is rarity in this country. Sons of Aesculapius have great deal of business here. Hammering away to qualify self for admission among them.

Received your letter the day before the festival. What followed at the exhibition, which one of the characters would you make us believe you supported? Governor Young and his Lady of Tobago have been visiting us. Captain Tucker is leaving today for Bermuda.

Mama received your present of the nuts. She has sent you the peas that Mr. Rose gave you. We hope to see you and Uncle here Christmas. Mrs. Hubbard is here.

My Aunt has been unwell. You need not expect us until Spring. Miss Betty will be up at Christmas. Mrs. Murry and Jerman Baker are to be married.

Miss Caty Lawley married Levi Porter, a major of Dominique. Tudor Tucker, having supplanted Henry Hinson, and being in the good grace of Miss Polly Liddel and her mamma, had the mortification to meet with the disapprobation of Captain John Riddell and an express injunction never to approach his house. Miss Nancy Wright of St. Georges is married to Joseph Labourn of the Customs. Mr. John Tucker has made application for Miss Betsy Bascome. Mr. Daniel Tucker and Miss Betty George Tucker are to join hands.

Information on the Attorney General. Is far from being eloquent at the Bar. He is lazy to the last degree. He has brought but one suit this court. Neglected to file two pleas for the last court. The salary of £100 sterling seems to have contented him and he does not care for any thing else. He is ignorant of the practice of our court. I am in hopes of working out a way for you if you will come among us.

My excuse for not writing is my large family which takes up my time. Julia is very fat. Bell quite the reverse. Grandpapa left his house and now lives with mama. A sister of Mr. Montreson's has arrived from England.

Pendock and Charlottle are in England for their education. Good accounts from Bengall, of our son William. Daughter Tucker (Frances) is far advanced in her pregnancy again. Your father paid us a visit last week. Son George is at Philadelphia with the 18th Regiment. Son John is in England, but will come out this spring. His regiment the 14th has gone to St. Vincents. Please forward the large packet of inward and outward entries from the naval office here, to the commissioners of the Customs at Boston. Our little Bishop sails for St. Eustatia tomorrow, he is leaving for want of the regular and due payment of his salary from the assembly.

Miss Forbes is engaged to Mr. Jack Hinson. Miss Trott was married to Justice Burrows. Miss Betty Smith is to have Mr. H. Trott. Mr. Bob Forbes has returned from England with a heart full of love for Miss Rash. Jim Forbes is to be sent to the West Indies to be overseer on some plantation. Father has mortgaged his house to your father and the collector. They have let it to Mr. C. Stiles for £20 a year. We are living with Aunt Mitchel.

Christmas Day. Sends this by Captain Lamont. Letter and seeds arrived by Captain Nicholson. Discussion of taking barrister's degree in England. If Wythe charges, St. George's expenses will be higher than in London. Daniel Tucker married Betty George. Durham Hall married in Providence.

The family is at sister's. Bet has been preserving some oranges for you. I hope the Doctor will be satisfied with the price he got for his corn. Durham Hall is married to a girl of good character with a fortune of £2000 8/8 cash and several Negroes. We hear he intends to move his family to Virginia from Providence. Cousin Betty Tucker was married last week.

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Received his letter by Captain Middleton. Fan (grandchild) reads well though does not go to school. Missed chance to write by Captain Lemon. Mrs. Haley from Virginia gave Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) a report on him. Betty George married Daniel Tucker about 3 weeks ago. Only Bet (Elizabeth Tucker) was invited. Bet sends him preserved oranges.

Presents his compliments by Captain Briggs. Sends him bunch of bananas which may be rare at this time of year. Hopes he received safely the letters self sent by Doctor Campbell's vessel with dispatches to forward to Boston.

Ashamed I have been so neglectful in not answering your favors sooner. Mrs. Randle and little ones are very well.

Sister Fanny and Mr. Tucker are much better' My Fanny and Bet are busy preserving oranges for you. I hope you have spent the Christmas cheerfully and merrily, may you live to see many returns of this season. My Fanny is sending you a pair of silk stockings for a Christmas box.

I am staying with sister Fanny and Mr. Tucker, they are both quite ill. I am sending two pots of preferred oranges. The great scarcity of sugar prevents my sending more. Cousin Betty and Mr. Daniel Tucker are married.

Wrote last by Captain Lamont. Tudor Tucker returned from West Indies without money for sloop he sold. Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) mentions Mrs. Haley whom St. George knew at Norfolk. Wants to buy colt from Colonel George Williams Fairfax. Starving condition here. No grain to be sold and prices high. Will try to send oranges and lemons.

Doctor Campbell's brig sailed. A very great scarcity of provisions lately. Not a bushel of corn or peas for sale in the island. Captain Newbold from Charlestown on way to Leeward Island stopped to put his father-in-law Captain Dickinson ashore and stayed to sell provisions. Rice at 25/ four at 35/. Hear that provisions in Leeward Islands are cheaper than cost in America. Captain Ball arrived from Carioca ? had been taken by French snow from African coast. Self and wife have indifferent health.

There has not been a vessel from Bermuda since Sam Tucker's father came. You should have come down for the Christmas season. We have had two balls.

Since you judge it proper to publish Bermudian I shall do every thing in my power to promote its success. 330 copies have been subscribed and many in this town have not been applied to. I hope they may amount to 500. I will go to Gloucester to survey a tract of land and hope to procure names in that county. Mr. Page sets out for Mannsfield and I design to give him a subscription paper. Give my compliments to our Friend Innes.

Long to hear how you have fixed your self for the ensuing year. I shall see you in Williamsburg next week on my way to Gloucester, please apply to Doctor Galt for the balance of my account against him about £12 and pay Mr. Miller for his half year college fee.

Watson's return furnishes opportunity of writing. Encloses little performances (poems). Accounts of Bermudian, "Epistle to Eleazer", "Hermit" and "Vision." Does not send him satire on government because of its unfinished state. Requests him to thank Henley for correcting Bermudian and prefixing sonnet to it. Approbation of Virginia literati pleasing. It is misfortune not to be intimate with any in province in which he resides. Brother (Thomas Tudor Tucker) far from being in condition to support self in Edinburgh. Desires means of procuring bread and a few friends to whom poverty would not be reproach. Then might cultivate muses undisturbed by glare of superior splendor. Identical Washington who shipped with St. George to New York popped in other day. Con Hinson arrived from West Indies. Charleston overrun by Bermudians. Believes poverty will oblige all to emigrate from Bermuda. Fanny (Mrs. Frances (Tucker) Tucker) had fever. Daniel Tucker and cousin Betty George married just before Christmas. Everybody starving in Bermuda. Has father's (Colonel Henry Tucker) money to purchase corn for his family Much pleased with Watson. Sorry circumstances would not permit them to treat him more elegantly. Jones the lawyer refused admittance at bar here. Visited Governor Wright who just arrived from England where created baronet. Must endeavor by proficiency in healing art to cure diseases of others and own poverty. Repeats request for St. George to write via Providence which has frequent communication with this place.

Watson affords opportunity of adding line to what wrote before. Sister Fanny (Mrs. Frances (Tucker) Tucker) and (Henry) better. Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) will perhaps not be able to write. Difficulties of getting bread almost insurpassable. Expenses great and income almost nothing. Borrowing for some time almost his (and Natty's) only resource. Regards to Doctor and Mrs. Archibald Campbell.

I am surprised that the inspectors refused to deliver the notes to you for the tobacco which I sent you. I owe Mr. Peter Randolph Bland eighty odd pounds. Thomas Bonner is looking after the money for Mr. Bland. I didn't have the money but I told Mr. Bonner I had a tract of two hundred acres that I wanted to sell to raise money. I would like to give you an absolute bill of sale for the 200 acres of land.

Is pleased with charitable application of new fund and generous delicacy Tucker showed in the Resolves on the occasion. Members honored self by appointing him agent on the occasion but self will share it with Lewis? Burwell. Will try to execute Tucker's plan. Left town without getting Burgess' wages. Probably refers to Flat Hat Club?

Concerning the F.H.C. Also, Mr. Cocke was obliging enough to take your order to present to the treasurer immediately.

Is homesick to see him. The day he left self would have gone to sisters to see him had not Governor Bruere been there. Asks if he has uneasiness in head and ears of he complained of. Wrote four weeks ago by Captain Smith.

Frances (Tucker) Tucker better. Captain Briggs had bad weather and got into Carolina. Just heard two vessels sailed from Bermuda to Virginia without their knowledge. Harry and wife (Frances (Bruere) Tucker) are in town. Have two boys.

Sister Fanny is much better since the birth of her little daughter. I leave for the city tomorrow to stay with Henry's wife.

His letter came by Captain Williams. Sister Frances (Tucker) Tucker had daughter on January 27. Frances (Bruere) Tucker had son on February 11. Account of expenses from Doctor Campbell exceeded expectations. will Write more by Sam Tucker. Requirements for lawyer. President could help him in colony. Mrs. Montresor said she had received Natty's Bermudian. Disapproves of his association with Mother Jacob's Henry and others of low class. Recent occurrences: Daniel Hunt married Moley Jones, the Colonels daughter; Bob Perley married Miss Rash; Daniel Tucker married Cousin Bet George; Counselor White dead; Mrs. Catherine Saltus (formerly Katey Gilbert) dead. Billy Hale and Samuel Tucker intend for Virginia. Harry Stinson is gone to sea with John Gilbert.

A vessel arrived from Bermuda. Father had a letter from Billy Hall, he has purchased a lot in Portsmouth and expects to bring his family here some time this month. I imagine your time is taken up with the General Court.

Encloses letter Briggs forgot to take. Has little girl. Tucker's brother (Henry Tucker) has little boy. Mentions Cousin Betty's courtship (Betty George married Daniel Tucker) Billy Hall goes to Virginia in Uncle Hinson's sloop Passenger. Hall had bought lots at Portmouth of Captain Savage. Endorsed: April 23: May 16, 1773.

Friend Washington's departure for Philadelphia gives opportunity of writing. He tells self there are frequent opportunities from thence to Virginia. Likewise to and from this place. Suggest St. George direct letters to acquaintances in Philadelphia to be forwarded by water. Will save both expense of postage. His letters by Watson last ones received. Sent large budget to St. George by Watson. Brother Tommy (Thomas Tudor Tucker) well. Sister Fanny (Mrs. Frances (Tucker) Tucker) and (Henry Tucker better. Former brought to bed of fine girl. Sister Fanny (St. George's) Mrs. Frances (Bruere) Tucker had boy.

Washington sails for Philadelphia tomorrow. Giving him line to St. George as understand post from thence to Virginia more regular and certain than from Charleston. Hears own sister Fanny (Mrs. Frances (Tucker) Tucker) delivered of daughter. Brother Harry's (Henry Tucker) wife (Mrs. Frances (Bruere) Tucker) delivered of son. If Deity is just, even without benevolence, He must in future state compensate for evil underservedly suffered in present. Is Pythagorean and believes every animal will advance towards perfection. Believes in predestination.

Has suffered much since last letter. Has fine little girl (birth January 27). Frances (Bruere) Tucker has child. Bet (Elizabeth Tucker) had tooth drawn. Mr. Gilbert, Billy Hall and Harry Hinson sail for Norfolk. Smallpox prevalent in town.

Fanny is much better and she has a new daughter. Bet and Fanny sent you some preserved oranges. Grandmother Butterfield sent you some lemons. We have heard from Tommy (Thomas Tudor Tucker) and Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) frequently this winter.

Billy Hall, Johnny Gilbert, and Harry Hinson will bring you this letter. They will tell you of things in Bermuda. Smallpox is spreading here. 40 or 50 persons are down with it. The infection was communicated to Mrs. Bethell by her brother-in-law, Henry Morgan who was inoculated at Antigua. Most of the people who attended the funeral are down with it. Mr. Lains is dead.

As we have no Gazette, Mercury, or Evening Post, I will give you an account of births and marriages. Miss Betty Tucker married Mr. Daniel in January. Miss Jenny Burrows has two suitors, Captian Benjamin Wilkinson and Captain Anthony Gilbert. Betty St. George is to marry Dr. Henry Hinson. Mr. Daniel Hunt was married to Miss Molly Jones of Crowlane.

Sends this by Billy Hall. Bet Elizabeth Tucker had tooth drawn. Smallpox on this end of the Island. Mrs. Rains and her sister Bethel died. Father (Henry Tucker) thinks St. George may return to Bermuda in another year.

Frances (Tucker) Tucker had daughter on January 27. Received Doctor Campbell's account of b124.14.7 for his expenses. Greatly exceeded expectations. Must have been spent in pleasure. No higher in England. Discussion of requirements and preparation for law training. Mr. Nelson could be of help. Should consult Billy Hall who brings this. Harry Stinson goes by this vessel which belongs to Uncle Hinson and commanded by Johnny Gilbert. Smallpox prevalent. Mrs. Richardson and family sailed for St. Eustace where Bishop had already gone. Just received his letter of 7th by Captain Bell. Expect John Tucker and niece this week. Are family of Colonel Tucker's at Norfolk but live in Barbadoes.

Mr. Robert Baylor has taken lodging in the same house as yourself. I have directed him to read Blackstone. I ask a favor of you to give him any occasional assistance. Also attention to his moral conduct.

Explanation of Tommy's (Thomas Tudor Tucker) situation in Charleston, S.C. Sorry not to get your books divided. The Attorney General does not meet the expectations of his countrymen. I am sending you a piece of whale skin. The Governor sends his best respects.

Received his letters by Captains Bell and Morgan. Vessel she wrote by forced to Carolina by bad storms instead of Virginia as intended. Tommy's (Thomas Tudor Tucker) practice among people who cannot pay him. Sent St. George $2.00 by Harry Hinson. John Tucker here and niece who lives in Virginia. Little Fan thanks him for bird he sent her. Sister Frances has smallpox.

When in town I had toothache and a cold. Mr. Tucker and his niece from Virginia are at our house. Thank you for the writing paper and pens.

Will try to have him entered in the Inns of Court this summer. A letter from Mr. Gwatkin would be of assistance. Will send his law books. Tommy (Thomas Tudor Tucker) lately missed opportunity of rich partner. His friend Washington gave Charles Town and people a villainous character. Captain Cox arrived from Norfolk. Thanks him for seeds.

My Fanny asks to be remembered. She promises to write a very long letter by the first opportunity. Your two nephews thrive as much as we could wish them. We have not had the little one christened yet.

Tucker's law and self's hamnity teach both not to judge without hearing both parties. Self only regretted sickness prevented Tucker's visit. Robbed of satisfaction expected in seeing Mr. Davis. Longs to be with Tucker and Andrews. Asks how Miss ? is.

Williamsburg is no longer the place of my residence. I received the greatest satisfaction imaginable from the reflection of the many agreeable hours I have spent in the worthy Society which I have the honor of being a member. Much indisposed since my absence. Am preparing for an excursion to the Augusta Springs. Enclosing the key to my trunk, put my books in it and ask Mr. Prentice to deliver my things to Mr. Southall.

I have sent two hogsheads of tobacco to be lodged at Boyd's warehouse, when you have looked at it and it is passed, please put it to my credit with Mr. John Bland. If Mr. Bland sends out an out store, let it come to my house. If any person concerned in the West India trade sends out cargoes of rum, sugar, and molasses, I could vend large quantities here.

Partakes with him pleasure he will feel in bearer of this letter. Unexpected visit from his brother (Nathaniel Tucker) cannot fail to give joy. Received his favor from Bermuda.

I left our Rosewell friends well. If you have your poems ready send them down. I told Mrs. ? of the bargain you made with me for her.

Sending a copy of the order of the General Court respecting Cruchet ? He is in custody, but as the execution only mentions the charges of the supercedors ?, the sheriff says he has no right to keep him.

This to find him happy in company of brother (Nathaniel Tucker). Wishes self partaker in his happiness. Compliments to Doctor Archibald and Aunt Campbell.

I delivered your letter to the Secretary. He will see you tomorrow and give you an answer.

Enclosing a letter to my father, please forward it quickly. I sail about Sunday.

Writes from Carter's Creek. Yesterday in Williamsburg dined with the Major James Innes. Patsy very ill. Is distressed over condition of health of Beverley Randolph. Respects to Miss Cocke. Advises Tucker to learn to be happy from Miss Blair. Also to stick to study of law after his trip to Bermuda. Discusses payment of debts. Advises Yates not to wrap his gown so closely around him, but let it blow in the wind. Advises both Tucker and Beverley Randolph not to drink so much. Few men suffer more after a debauch than Tucker, few are less cautious in trying to avoid one and there has been too much of it lately. Is on his way to London. Hopes Tucker will return from Bermuda before the last of 8ber (August?). Letter written at different dates, from July 2? to August 9.

I hope this finds you well with your friends in Bermuda. Your brother Nathaniel Tucker came here the very day you left. He stayed with us ten days. As you are material evidence in Doctor Forbes's suit, I suppose it will not be tried until you return.

Rejoices in happiness he experienced in Bermuda. Also in his expectation of succeeding in scheme he was engaged in when self left Virginia. His letter by Newbold came. Regrets destiny preventing them from meeting in Bermuda. After St. George and John Gilchrist left him in Hampton Roads, seized with profound melancholy. Refers him to Beverley for what passed while at sea with Conyers. While at Norfolk wrote Beverley. Proposed jaunt to Williamburg. Scheme met with good reception from relations. Tribute of gratitude to cordiality of Virginia. glorious land of disinterested hospitality. Passage with Dickinson tedious. On arrival in Charleston found brother (Thomas Tudor Tucker) in lawsuit. Consequence of having challenged person with whom had paper war relative to smallpox. Transmitted these publications to brother Harry (Henry Tucker) by Pitt. Makes what St. George says relative to printing Bermudian. Acknowledges for assistance of Major and Beverley. St. George talked of printing 2000 copies. If can dispose of 800 in Virginia hopes remainder might be got off in other parts of America. Brother advised not to send copies of American edition to England. He recommends having it printed in Edinburgh under direction of Doctor Blacklock dated at London. Does not expect to sell more than 200 or 300 copies here. Despairs of having it in power to study physic. supposes brother 300 guineas in debt. He is forming connection (with Esther Evans) which must increase expenses. Does not see has anything to expect from father (Colonel Henry Tucker). Should writings meet encouragement of public might turn author. Might indulge inclination for wandering. Sometimes visit Virginia, parent of genius. If performances sell at all, would not be difficult to produce as many as would bring 100, 150 or 200 guineas per annum. Obliged to generosity of Colonel Nelson and Burwell in encouraging subscription. Acknowledges their politeness to him in Virginia. Remembrances to them, Mr. and Mrs. Page, the Secretary (Thomas Nelson) and lady, Innes, Beverley Randolph, Gwatkin, Henley, Maderson Madison ?, Stuart, Finderson, Yates, Tom, Nat and Bob, Nelson, Mr., Mrs. and Miss Blair, Mr. and Mrs. Cocke and young ladies, Andrews, Miss Grymes, Davis, etc. Wishes St. George could get model of Page's machine for threshing wheat. To write to Doctor Archibald Campbell and John Gilchrist. Remembrances to them, Aunt (Mrs. Archibald Campbell), Mrs. Gilchrist, Doctor Colin, children, etc. Requests him to ask Innes and Beverley to write. Asks how "Birth of Lotharis" received.

I am now an inhabitant of St. Eustatia and rector of the English Church under the patronage of your worthy friend Richard Jennings. I propose to stay here five years and by that time be able to settle on a place of residence for life. Will consider Europe or Bermuda, but I think Bermuda will have set up a grammar and English school, grammar is quite foreign to the Dutch. I hear you have gotten some little pecuniary as well as honorable office in Virginia if you see Doctor Theodorick Bland please present my compliments.

A copy of a letter from Nathaniel Tucker giving an account of the arguments of the lawyers in Thomas Tudor Tucker's cause.

Account of brother's (Thomas Tudor Tucker) indictment for libel and challenging Robert Williams, Charleston lawyer, to duel caused by newspaper articles by Williams under signature "Benevolus" attacking Tucker for circumstances of King's contracting smallpox. Sam Legare delivered brother's challenge. Tucker posted notice in coffee house calling Williams liar and coward. Tom Savage and Somersal ? as his securities. Is informed Pitt to leave (for Bermuda) this afternoon. If St. George is there will give friends account of own expedition to Virginia. Suspects St. George on passage here with Newbold. (Enclosure, newspaper clipping, article on smallpox, signed Thomas Tudor Tucker).

I set out tomorrow for St. George. Mr. Hunt must be there. This week should put an end to the business.

Agreeable to your obliging and kind request concerning Roxins ? affair. I take the liberty to enclose the account relative to the matter addressed to Doctor Campbell. Please examine them and if you think them sufficient to enable my attorney to recover the debt, it will give me pleasure. The money Roxin mentions, he received from Mr. Randle for his board.

The Governor presents his compliments, wishes him a good voyage and success. Will be glad to render him any service here or when he goes to England.

After an agreeable passage of five weeks and two days, I arrived here and finished my business in four days. Mr. and Mrs. Norton and Mr. Athawes to Sir Robert Clayton's for a party.

Present their compliments. Sorry they will not see him again. Send two turkeys and a pot of caveach'd ? (ceviche?) fish. Cut 3 bunches of plantains, but men too busy to bring them up. Wish Mr. Tucker health and happiness. Little Harry is well. George will be up tomorrow if weather permits.

The romantic Miss Jenny Burrows was married to an Irish Captain Percey. Married on the Church porch by the light of the moon. The bride retreated to her apartment and bolts all doors. the groom found? a ladder and tries to get in an open window. She runs the windown down on his neck and the ladder gave way.

I should have written last night, but my head would not permit me. I shall send to Captain Outerbridge a few tons of iron belonging to me. I expect to make some profit by the return. I will desire Captain Outerbridge to pay you 30£, taking your order on your father.

Mr. John Tucker sends his boy with his letters for Virginia. Will St. George take care of the stick for the President's Lady. The sea rods with six fishing lines in the blue paper are for the Secretary. Wishes St. George a pleasant passage.

Copy of certificate of my admission at the Temples.

Received letters from Tommy (Thomas Tudor Tucker) and Natty (Nathaniel Tucker). Tommy has been harrassed by a fellow in consequence of a challenge sent him demanding satisfaction for some illiberal statement on his character published in a Carolina Gazette. Tommy addressed the public on smallpox. This was answered under the signature of Benevolus, in which the author attempted to invalidate some of Tommy's assertions and to misinterpret others. Tommy demanded a recantation of what he had said or to meet him with sword and pistols at an appointed time. The author happened to be a lawyer so he refused to comply with Tommy's request. Tommy then posted him at the Coffee House for a liar, a rascal, and a coward. The author is suing him for a libel and challenge.

Your friends are anxious to see you. We have delayed the celebration of the anniversary until your arrival. My dear Eliza is indisposed.

Indenture: Francis Lewis to John Lewis for a parcel of land lying on the northside of Flatt Creek in Amelia County.

His last favor delivered by Captain Todd. Accident mentioned in letter must have been afflicting to friends Doctor and Mrs. Archibald Campbell ? and himself. Happy in hearing of jaunt to Bermuda. Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) informs of St. George's prospects in Virginia. Tantalizing self with hopes of relief from difficulties of place. Hopes for account of reception of Natty's publication. Natty to publish Bermudian in England. Should have rejoiced to introduce St. George to future sister (Esther Evans.)

Wrote to him by Captain Woolford. Also to Doctor Archibald Campbell, John Gilchrist and Innes. Hopes St. George safely arrived. Transmitted narrative of brother Tom's (Thomas Tudor Tucker) dispute with Robert Williams to Bermuda. Brother fined £100 this currency and 10 days imprisonment for challenging to duel. Also £50 for publishing libel. Lieutenant-governor remitted imprisonment and payment of £50. Begins to despair of brother's ability to assist self in prosecution of studies in physic. Lately removed to another house in same street. Widow (Mrs. Dodd) not with them. Brother's matrimonial project distant. Esther Evans well calculated to render him happy. Mistake of exactly month in date of all letters self wrote by Woolford. Sent copy of Bermudian to Doctor Blacklock in Edinburgh. Requested him to direct impression of 2000 copies. Hopes 2000 copies St. George to print will sell in colonies. 300 will be enough for this place. In case of second edition would send "Hermit" to press. Concluded to dub it "The Philosophical Anchorite" Recommends his sending 500 or 600 copies of Bermudian to Rivington in New York. Postage on single letter only amounts to two pistareens. Remembrances to Dr. and Mrs. Archibald Campbell, Mr. and Mrs. Gilchrist and children (November 23. Account of Gilchrist's having shot himself in Wells' paper. Hears Colin Campbell killed in duel with Skinner. Asks if difference between Skinner and Campbell gave rise to domestic uneasiness which affected Gilchrist's sensiblity. He was far from friend of Scot whom rest of family patronized. Will comply with St. George's request to write elegy on subject if Muse inspires. Afraid feuds run high in Norfolk. Likes it less than any part of Virginia. Received no letter from Dr. Campbell. Sorry own letter with account of dispute between Williams and brother did not arrive in Bermuda before he left. Defense of brother attracted approbation of many in New York and Philadelphia. Tucker nettled at being contradicted in newspapers by Williams under signature "Benevolus." He sent Williams by Same Legare challenge to duel if refused to recant. Infamy of Williams posted in coffee house by challenger. November 26. Brother thinks if could raise £100 by American edition of Bermudian could embark in spring for Edinburgh. Asks what likely to raise by Bermudian which supposes St. George has published. Opportunties (for sending letters) from New York and Philadelphia to Charleston almost every week. Requests St. George to open subscription for "The Philosophical Anchorite" with view of printing it (November 28). Todd sails this day. Best wishes to Major and Beverley as well as rest of college acquaintances. Regards to Mr. and Mrs. Page, Secretary Thomas Nelson and lady, Colonel and Mrs. Nelson, Mr. and Mrs. Burwell, Mr. and Mrs. Cocke, young ladies, Miss Grymes, Andrews, etc. Asks when St. George commences practice of law. Hopes Major and Beverley received his letters. Afraid opportunites to Bermuda rare this year since they have no corn. To write severe epistle in verse on Williams.

Brother (Thomas Tudor Tucker) thinks it could raise 100 guineas by American edition of Bermudian. Could embark in spring for Edinburgh to study medicine. Asks what likely to raise by Bermudian which supposes St. George has published. Opportunities for sending letters from New York and Philadelphia to Charleston almost every week. Requests St. George to open subscription for "The Philosophical Anchorite" with view to printing it. Has given it this title in preference to "Hermit." Foregoing is copy of portion dated 1773 November 26, of his own letter transmitted under date of 1773 November 28 to St. George by Captain Todd. Letter of which this is a copy of a part, is filed under 1773 November 28.

Account of Thomas Tudor Tucker's quarrel with lawyer Williams over article in newspaper signed Benevolus about a Negro King's case of smallpox. Trial of Tucker for libel and breach of peace to be held in October. Fanny Hinson married. St. George's flame Miss Galloway had intrigue with Griffin of Virginia. Elopement prevented by father trying to get him entered in Temple in London. Is defending a suit against Mitchell's house by Mrs. Jones, Mitchell's natural daughter.

I am enclosing a copy of Natty's (Nathaniel Tucker) last letter to me (copy filed under 1773 October 2) concerning Tommy's (Thomas Tudor Tucker) trouble. Please let me have a few copies of The Bermudian.

Expects to hear of his safe arrival in Virginia. Colonel Henry Tucker is at town to the Court of Assize. Requests him to forward enclosed letter to London. Heard from all their children and had Billy's picture. Son Jon may go to East Indies.

Miss Gallaway was going to elope with young Griffin, but unfortunately one of the servants in whom they confided, betrayed their trust, the master prevented them from executing their plan. Miss Tucker is engaged to a Bermudian, your old friend Mr. Jones. We wait the arrival of a vessel from Carolina, that we may know the determination of a certain cause. Tom Tucker has arrived from England with news from all of my friends.

Not in my power to comply with your request. Sunday I shall preach at a church about five miles from Petersburg. My friend Mr. Burwell will show you the way, you must be there. I have a thousand things to say to you about Madison and Innes.

I received a packet from Williamsburg on my arrival at Chatsworth. I would enjoy seeing you. I cannot tell by the major's letter whether he is with you or not. Give my love to our worthy friend, the Parson.

The letter was sent to my house yesterday. I opened it. If you would make Beverley happy, come over and I will gladly attend you to Chatsworth.

Mr. Montresor has bought this island and we are going to live here. The situation is beautiful, a good house, and farm of near a hundred and fifty acres. No weather prevents our crossing to the main, which takes only one or two minutes. Eight miles and half to town. The Governor's house at the fort burned down with all their furniture, clothes, jewels. The Governor and Mrs. Tryon and Miss Tryon were obliged to get out the windows. Papa has been in a very bad state of health. Please call on Lord Dunmore with Mr. Montresor's respect and mine. Let him know that his family have just arrived and are well. Many happy returns of this season.

Nelson is congratulating Tucker on the quality of his two sons, St. George and Nathaniel Tucker.

Melancholy situation of Norfolk friends and trip to Williamsburg must have prevented his writing. Harry Hinson reported St. George left letters at Doctor Campbell's to be sent by Captain Stow. Lawsuit of Nathaniel and Thomas Tudor Tucker very expensive. Asks if has had disorder in head he complained of when there (Bermuda).

I know a packet or two of your letters must be lying in some obscure corner of Dr. Campbell's Shop for we have not heard from you. Easy in his circumstance and happy in his family what could have induced Mr. Gilchrist to such an act. We have heard from our brothers in Carolina. Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) has sent us a copy of the "Birth of Lothario." He has determined to have Bermudian printed in Scotland as well as Virginia. Mr. Tucker of Schrogham's Point has desired to subscribe for a hundred copies. He thinks Natty's name should not appear on the first publication. What has become of your Eliza? Mr. Jones was a suitor of Miss Tucker. Your cousin Fanny Hinson favoured Mr. Bascome with her hand.

Received his letter by Captain Joseph Seymour who went to West Indies before Bermuda. Regrets untimely death of Gilchrist. Sent money by Outerbridge. Dick Fowler ill on ship. Long account on Thomas Tudor Tucker's quarrel with Williams. Thomas had seen Joe Todd, fellow passenger of St. George. His lawyers were St. George's friend Pendleton and a Mr. Rutledge just arrived from London. Also Egerton Leigh. G. Bascome and Mr. Green married. Natty Jones is contracted to Miss Tucker, the Virginian. Aunt Gibbs lost son Tudor. Thos. Dickinson lost eldest son Jack; thus Jenny has large fortune. Miss Galloway's elopement prevented. Reported she has run away with a low-life fellow. Her Greek not had the effect learning is supposed to have. Death of Cousin Tudor in New York gives Justice hope of fortune. Jane Jones, Mr. Mitchell's natural daughter, has ejected Mrs. Mitchell's house. Hunt and Bascome will defend it. Captain Smith had vessel seized at Jamaica? Natty has ordered Bermudian printed in Scotland.

Wrote by Samuel Smith. Sends copy of Natty's (Nathaniel Tucker) letter. He had 2,000 copies of Bermudian printed in Virginia and same in Scotland. Mr. Henry Tucker has ordered 100. Mentions others by whom he might send like number.

I received your favour concerning your present plan of settling at Petersburg. I should have imagined that 25 per cent of the fees in Gloucester County would have amounted to double the sum you mention, as I have always heard that old Mr. Clayton received 100 wt. of tobacco yearly from his office. Should that have been the case, I think, the deputation of that County would have been a more certain thing for a year until you were more acquainted with business. Your Aunt has been indisposed.

I arrived ten days ago after my long voyage to Hispaniola. I have been sick with cold and fever since I returned. I am sending you two letters from your old preacher, Mr. Richardson.

I am in love with Miss Taylor. Miss G-y is married. I am glad that you resolved to favour the world with so ingenious a performance as your Brother's The Bermudian. The smallpox being in Fredericksburg will prevent my getting the subscriptions filled as soon as I wish.

To have transacted the business you mentioned, would have been impossible. The reason for my becoming indebted to Mr. Davis is. among the vices which prevailed at College in my time, gaming had its place. I lost a sum of money. I am shamed to say how much, to Mr. John Page. I have paid part, but he offered to wait for the remainder until it was convenient with me. Mr. Davis won a sum of money from John Page and knowing that I owed him money, he asked me if I would accept an order if he should get one on me from John Page. The terms were agreeable to all.

Uneasiness at not having heard from him since St. George left Norfolk. Robert Williams sued brother Thomas Tudor Tucker again for publishing libel. Fears costs of suit will contribute to debt which threatens frustation of own schemes of subsistence (study of medicine at Edinburgh University). Received letter from Beverley Randolph by Lynch. Suit with Williams cost brother only 5/ currency damages. Williams obliged to pay his own costs. Everybody rejoices with brother at defeat of prosecutor. Dr. Archibald Campbell had neglected to send St. George's letter to Bermuda. Henry Tucker (Scrogham's Point) subscribes for 100 copies Bermudian. Request St. George to send them. Asks to be remembered to Major James ? Innes.

Received your letter by Ephraim. I complied with your request, shaking Alexander Shaw by the hand and remembering you to Colonel Banister. Thomas Armistead was with me two or three days last week. I have not seen Jack Ruffin ? since you left. If Nancy Blair has returned from Hanover, I would like for her to give me her history.

I should have answered your letter by last post. I shall do all in my power to promote your subscriptions and I think I can get near a hundred. Please send me the proposals.

Frances (Bruere) Tucker now at Port Royal. Only letter received from him was one by Captain Seymour on day of his arrival. Case of Mrs. Jones versus Mrs. Mitchell's house settled in favour of Mary Anne Smith. A Mr. Adams of Virginia is here and makes his addresses to Honora Smith.

Our family and friends at Port Royal are well. Father is sending you a copy of Natty's (Nathaniel Tucker) letter which contains a summary of the proceedings against Tommy (Thomas Tudor Tucker). We think the sentence was rather harsh and severe.

Captain Seymour waits while I write this. Commander ? and Harry left us in January bound to the West Indies. Mr. Gilchrist died.

To oblige a favorite Lady, will you send down the second volume of "Peregrine Pickle"  and the "Hermit" by one of the Nelson boys. My compliments to the Major.

As yet no account of publication of Bermudian in Virginia. Already printed it in Edinburgh. Dr. Blacklock praised it. Good sale would furnish Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) with sum for twelve-month abroad. Was sentenced for sending challenge and putting up libel at coffee house. Court partial to Robert Williams. Regards to Doctor and Mrs. Archibald Campbell.

Ever since received his letter by Captain Gorham waiting to hear from him. Encloses one of copies of Bermudian from Edinburgh. No letters from Doctor Blacklock with account of its success. Harry Tucker desires St. George to send him 200 more copies. Wishes he would enquire about Gorham, captain of this vessel. Shall write to Major and Beverley Randolph? by Captain John Dickinson. Inquires if has done anything with "The Philosophical Anchorite" which is new title of "Hermit." Requests St. George's opinion on having it printed in Edinburgh. Has never yet received any letters by post. Nor any by vessels from his province. Cannot believe he has been silent all this time.

Received letter intended by Captain Stowe by Mr. Burch. Captain Outerbridge disposed of iron at low rates. Glad Mr. Nelson mentioned St. George to Mr. Page. Thinks he should reply to letter self wrote. Wrote St. George by Samuel Smith, Captain Seymour and Captain Simmons. Sam Dickinson and family lost at Madeira. Reported 20 sail lost. Advises him not to mention homesickness to mother.

You and some of my friends have not treated me kindly by not writing. My acquaintances here think that a decent subscription may be made for a Lectureship in Norfolk. How are Innes, Yates, Jones, and the other brethren of the F.H.C. (Flat Hat Club). The first day of March, I think, was the time mentioned to pay twenty shillings into the Treasury.

"O, my St. George, this Cruel Separation Deprives me of every Satisfaction in this Life. Since I wrote the above we have received letters from you dated December which must have been wrote upon your first arrival. I am glad to find you were received with so much tenderness and affection from your friends in Virginia. Heaven grant you may never be Destitute of a Friend." Typescript only.

Received his of December 2nd. Mr. Gilchrist's death mysterious, but manner adds honour to scene. Heard by way of Leeward Islands that Bostonians threw 300 casks of tea into sea. Reserves comment but thinks it hazardous. Main trouble seems to be objection of Americans to taxes imposed by Parliament. Asks if boycott of taxed articles would not have been better. This will aggravate rather than conciliate. Virginians have deported themselves with consistency. Admits to prejudice in favor of Virginians. Miss Smith won point in court against Mrs. Jones.

Glad to hear that you have paid our friends in Bermuda a visit. The fourth of last month I presented my husband with a little boy. I hope to return in a few days to our retreat with the two boys and little Fanny. My sister Belle married a Mr. Burton, who is well acquainted with your two brothers in Carolina. They have just gone to Brunswick where they will live. We are to have a very grand Ball tomorrow night as a compliment to Mrs. Tryon who leaves next Thursday. My Aunt Colden's death, we were expecting it. My regards to Lady Dunmore.

Just returned from St. George's, Bermuda. Acknowleges his favor by Bell. Requests copies of Bermudian. Not a person of discernment has seen it, but is delighted with it and desirous of procuring copy. Sends love to his brother Thomas Tudor Tucker. Includes note from Nathaniel Tucker to St. George Tucker.

Number of copies of Bermudian requested by Henry Tucker of Scrogham's Point totals 400. included on letter from Henry Tucker to Nathaniel Tucker his date.

Certificate of the admission of St. George Tucker to practice in the county and inferior courts in Virginia. Signed by John Randolph and George Wythe.

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I have received the box for Charleston. Gorham does not sail until ten days. No vessel from Bermuda except a brig of Mr. McAlestir's. Please send me my classical books and Doctor Witherspoons Lectures on moral Philosophy.

I am sorry I did not see you. Enclosed are letters from Bermuda. Your Aunt is much better.

George Tucker informed them he intended to settle at Petersburg. Betty (Elizabeth) Tucker has Nancy Tucker under her care. Patty Gilbert has son. Uncle Frank's wife will lie in soon.

George Tucker obliged to stop here to stop leak. Heard that St. George intended to be admitted as county court lawyer this April and would leave Williamsburg for Petersburg. Hopes his removal to remote part of country will not cause him to lose friendship of Nelson and advantages obtained thereby. Few days past received advice from London that he had been admitted as student to Inner Temple. Has certificate. Original in hands of Harford and Powel, London merchants. Thomas' (Tudor Tucker) affair with Williams settled satisfactorily. Mary Anne Smith's cause decided in her favor. George Bruere waits opportunity to set out for New York or Philadelphia. Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) failed in bold stroke for a rich wife.

I am sorry to find you were so much deceived in the value of your Clerkship, it must have fallen infintely short of your expectations. Better that Mr. Nelson has promised you an absolute one upon a vacancy. You must tell us about Petersburg. Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) has been unfortunate in an attempt on a Lady's heart. He sent us a copy of The Bermudian which has been printed in London. Tommy (Thomas Tudor Tucker) triumphed over that worthless fellow Williams. The dispute has made him universally known.

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Your client ought to be informed of any error in the proceeding which he may take advantage of. I can't see how you are restrained from doing so by an agreement to which you were not a party.

Received his favor by post. Letter in which St. George informed of dropping intention to print more copies of Bermudian never came. Henry Tucker of Scrogham's Point requested 100 copies besides 200 almost sure to dispose of in West Indies. Tucker informs has little doubt of being able to sell fourth hundred. Repeats of request to convey here 300 copies before mentioned. Received from Dr. Blacklock dozen specimens of European edition. Induced to hope number above mentioned would find speedy sale here. Recommends sending them to Doctor Archibald Campbell in Norfolk. If opportunity to Charleston should not offer asks him to request Campbell to convey them via New York or Philadelphia. Sorry St. George disposed to print only 1,000 copies as persuaded double that number might be disposed of. Has not yet heard reviewers on subject. Thinks it unkind of Doctor Campbell to neglect self. Many arrivals from Norfolk without single line from him or St. George. Notwithstanding, requests to be remembered to him and aunt (Mrs. Archibald Campbell). In letter by Captain Todd made interrogations without getting answers. Asks if Major (James ? Innes) and Beverley Randolph married. Rejoices that St. George likely to do well at Petersburg.

Regrets separation of family. Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) enclosed copy of Bermudian printed in Edinburgh in last letter. Wishes Williamsburg edition had come out early as expected. Would give him infinite pleasure to enable Natty to go to Scotland. Intended sister (Esther Evans) in hopes St. George would have come here from Bermuda. Poverty forbids him to tell when may call her sister.

Account of his proposal of marriage to Miss Ainslie upon her inheriting 12,000 guineas after death of father. Became acquainted with young lady at Wright's country seat. Brother (Thomas Tudor Tucker) approved plan of suit. Rode to Lady Mary's country seat. Miss Ainslie had set out with John Izard's family to Charleston. Pleased with her behavior in refusing him. At head of account: "A bold stroke for a wife."

If you think you will be out of town between the 15th and 20th of this month, please leave Mr. Page's, those against the Gentleman in College and in short all my accounts with Mr. Miller. Let Innes, Yates, and White know that if it be convenient for them to pay the money that was due last March. There is no telling how this Parish will go. The Vestry are quite silent upon the occasion.

Asks why he is in Norfolk instead of Williamsburg or Petersburg. Needs cash and would like to have all his accounts. Must pay ? 40 this week. Affair will be decided as soon as Assembly is over, but whether he lives, Tucker shall have a welcome.

Regrets not seeing him. Military man not his own master. Is waiting Mr. Eden's arrival. Pleased with manners of people, not starched as at Philadelphia. Condoles with him on Miss Galloway's fickleness, but he is fairly quit. This town is as gay for its size as any self has seen. Sets out next week for Philadelphia?.

Received your letter saying that you were settling off for Petersburg. Am enclosing the letters from Mr. Gilmour. Mrs. Gilchrist arrived from Liverpool. Our politicians have had their hands full from the disturbances at Boston.

Received his favors by Captain Gorham. Glad to receive copies of Bermudian. Not more than 5 or 6 yet sold. At present so involved that apprehensive will never be in his power to extricate self from difficulties. Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) to be fulled on subject of publications than self. Intended sister (Esther Evans) wants many of perfections of accomplished woman. Yet posessed of qualities more valuable than rest. Doctor Hall worthy man.

His letters by post and those by Gorham with 300 copies of Bermudian reached hands. Comments on printing of Bermudian Under obligations to friends Page, Andrews, the Major (Innes?) and Beverley (Randolph?) for endeavors to promote subscription. Remembrances to Nelsons, Miss Blair, two Miss Cockes, Henley, Gwatkin, Madison, Finlayson ? and own namesake of Martin's Hundred Glad St. George passed ordeal. Congratulates on his prospect of admission to county courts. Made proposal to Miss Ainslie upon her accession to 12,000 guineas. Dismissed with politeness. Doctor Blacklock printed 1,000 copies of Bermudian. Cannot judge its success in Europe. Expects reviewers' remarks on poem in their February publication. Almost destitute of seeing Europe until spring. Their circumstances embarrassed by want of economy in quondam housekeeper (Mrs. Dodd) and suits involved in by scoundrel Robert Williams. Brother (Thomas Tudor Tucker) owes druggist in England. They owe Tom Savage and John Savage. Rivington in New York applied for only 150 copies Bermudian. Requests St. George to print 400 or 500 copies more. Henry Tucker of Scrogham's Point applied for 400. Explains plan for publication of "The Philosophical Anchorite" in Edinburgh. Will send him satire on Williams dubbed "Paramythes, An Epistle to Eugenius." Mentioned in it self, Beverley and the Major Innes? under fictitious names. Much obliged to him for circumstances relative to John Gilchrist's misfortune (suicide after duel between Colin Campbell and Skinner). Met Anthony Singleton at coffee house. He professes to be of St. George's acquaintance. Cousin Bella Anchmoot? married Burton with whom self was intimate here. He has 10,000 guineas. Cannot conceive where own letter to St. George by Todd could have lain so long. Surely not in hands of Doctor Archibald Campbell (May 23). Sale of Bermudian here not very rapid. Shall write again per Gorham.

Informs her that mother (Frances (Bolling) Bland) is recovering from illness. Nancy Currie is ill. Sets off day after tomorrow for Brunswick. Sister Elizabeth (Bland) Banister will take care of Theodorick Bland.

Your not being in Williamsburg and not leaving the accounts as I desired, has perplexed me. If I remember correctly Mr. Page's account is £12, our friend the Major thinks he could pay some part of it. With this and some other debts, I hope you can make up between £15 and £20 for Captain Howard Ester.

We have heard from Tommy (Thomas Tudor Tucker) and Natty (Nathaniel Tucker). I reckon you are all settled in Petersburg. I see the necessity of your appearing at the Bar before you have had an opportunity of spending a year or two in England. I recommend the study of oratory. The Bishop has been lately succeeded in the rectorship by Mr. Blackburn, a young gentleman from England. Uncle Darrel died. Please send me a half dozen copies of The Bermudian. I would like to send them to some of my acquaintances. Belle Auchmuty is married to Mr. Burton, a gentleman of fortune in Carolina.

Letter by Captain Cliffe acknowledges receipt of his epistle and copies of Bermudian by Gorham. Mate on vessel told self he saw St. George well in Norfolk. Boston Port Bill makes great noise here. Conjectured that resolution will be entered for stopping all exports and imports. Out of his power to think of voyage to Europe until spring. Has thoughts of going to Bermuda with John Conyers. Encloses "Paramythia" (satire on Robert Williams). Notorious anecdotes concerning Williams. Fictitious names in "Paramythia" for self, Beverley Randolph and Innes. Leaves to St. George's discretion printing of more copies of Bermudian, as self requested by Captain Cliffe, to try success northward and in West Indies. Bookseller here has not sold two dozen copies. In other places poem met with some marks of approbation. Adds nothing to previous request about publication of "Philosophical Anchorite" except that St. George promote subscription. To transmit it for publication to Doctor Blacklock in Edinburgh. Tom Davis trying for appointment in Parish of Eastern Shore of Virginia. Requests him to transmit to brother Harry Tucker in Bermuda sum collected from Bermudian. Hopes to embark for Europe next spring. If should not be able to support self there longer than twelve months, to come to Virginia. Should hope by reading and practice to make up for longer series of study at College of Edinburgh. Brother's practice here scarcely sufficient to support him alone. Self does not like place. Nothing but attachment to brother would occasion him to think of settling in this country. Climate undesirable and inhabitants in customs and manners do not contribute to own happiness. (June 23, 1774). Requests St. George to write him at Bermuda. To sail with Conyers in 10 or 12 days. Brother Tommy (Thomas Tudor Tucker) now writing to St. George.

You promised to make some inquiry into the state of the markets at Charleston, S. C. respecting those articles in which I deal. I wish you a most cordial voyage and safe return.

I have been packing and unpacking preparing for Mr. Montresor's several jaunts. One to Crown Point, one to Philadelphia, and now to Boston. I am sorry I didn't let you know sooner of Bell's (Auchmuty) marriage. I have another little boy, Thomas Gage. Cousin John Tudor is visiting here.

I have received by the packet the three pair of colored silk stockings. I would gladly change them, but I have no white ones. The day that you left town, I sent the breeches to Mr. Prentis, but after learning you had gone I disposed of them.

Received from Guthry the poems from Maury. I can't get the stockings because I lost the key to desk. Innes and I spent part of Tuesday evening with Gilchrist at the Raleigh and according to custom we drank to great access. I am sorry you will not see your brother Nat (Nathaniel Tucker) on your trip to Charleston. Purdie and Dixon sent the poems to the ferry a week ago.

Has married Esther Evans. Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) has gone to Bermuda. Requests account of success of Bermudian. Could dispose of all but two dozen copies St. George sent here. Requests advice whether to print "Hermit" immediately or wait until Natty gets to Edinburgh. Received letter from father (Colonel Henry Tucker) by way of West Indies. (Includes note from Mrs. Esther (Evans) Tucker to St. George Tucker.

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I am pleased with those poems of Grays which you sent me. Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) is here with us. He brought us the news of Brother Tommy's (Thomas Tudor Tucker marriage. Natty is also writing you.

I thank you for the trouble and pains you have taken to serve me in the affair of Roan. The critical situation of America at present must engage the attention of every individual settled there. From late proceedings of Parliament, the ministerial chains are forged, and partly reveted in the Boston Act. The inquisition of Spain and Portugal can not be attended with more tremendous consequence. The indiscretion of the mob at Boston destroying the India company's tea, gave Lord North a handle to prepare and enforce these inequetores ? Acts.

Sends this by Captain Tatem. Received his by Captain Seymour and Mr. Baldwin. Suggests he return to Bermuda rather than to Petersburg or to Norfolk. If northern colonies pursue plan of non-exportation and non-importation, ruin of Little Country (Bermuda) can scarcely be avoided. Entirely supported by trade, chiefly to Americas. Trade from salt at Tortugas and Turks Island. Thinks colonies should  hazard everything if England remains obstinate. Submission would be slavery. Supposes St. George will be at meeting at Williamsburg tomorrow. Has no hard money to send Dr. Campbell. Hopes Captain Outerbridge will get him a couple of young Negroes in Virginia. Nathaniel (Tucker) is now with them. Told of Thomas Tudor Tucker's marriage to Esther Evans. Captain Richard Fowler married Commander Gilbert's widow. Jacky Tudor is now at New York where he hopes to collect estate. Uncle Darrel died. George Bascome and Same Harvey on pleasure trip with Mr. Taylor. - Mrs. Colden of New York dead. Husband ill. Mr. Baldwin and brother are not considered gentlemen here. Repaired.

Encloses interrogatories for Captain Benjamin Newbould who sails to Norfolk. Burch sent his dedimus to two Norfolk magistrates who should take Newbould's evidence. Self is interrupted in suit as administrator to Watkins. Has just seen paper he sent by Cox. Pleased that colonies, particularly Virginia and Maryland, embarked in cause. Norfolk papers full of acrimony. Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) is here and will stay until October. Perhaps St. George should return to Bermuda. Received his letter by Messrs. Baldwin. They are now at Mrs. Corbusiers at the Flatts. Fears they have not attended to conduct. Wishes Tatem to pay expense of examination of Newbould and self will repay Mrs. Tatem. (enclosure lacking).

Wrote letters by Captain Cliffe and Captain Peaton enclosing copy of "Paramythia." Also informing of intended excursion to Bermuda. Captian James Cox brought packet of newspapers from St. George. He told them St. George was at Norfolk. Sorry disturbances in America retarded his plan of practicing at courts. Wishes Lord North at devil before tea scheme entered his noddle. Agrees with quotation from Churchill's poem called "Night." Passage to Bermuda only 7 days with John Conyers. Tom's (Thomas Tudor Tucker) marriage to Esther Evans was several days before own departure. Not to return to Carolina until October. Sister Betty's (Elizabeth Tucker) tongue going ever since sat down. They saw Miss Aitcheson's "Epithalanium" in Norfolk paper. Suspicion that it is no distant relation to Miss Galloway's "Eulogium." Sister Bet has eaten much of Aunt Hinson's roast pig. Wrote Beverley and Major per Cliffe.

Received his favor by Mr. Balwin who now lodges at Mr. Corbuseir's house at the Flatts. His brother (Harry Tucker) has another boy. Requests the inclosed letters be forwarded to George Bruere? to Philadelphia.

Received his letters by Captain Tucker and Wood. Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) surprised them with visit a fortnight past. Told of Thomas Tudor Tucker's marriage to Esther Evans. Frances (Bruere) Tucker has son. Will be named Nathaniel Butterfield or Thomas Tudor. Polly Gilbert has son. Uncle Frank a daughter. Uncle Darrel died.

Cox has arrived from Virginia and no word from you. My Fanny presented me with another boy, June 29. I intend to call him Thomas Tudor after his uncle and Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) will stand in for him as godfather. Natty has been with us a fortnight.

Wrote by Captain Tatem who may go to Turks Island first. Surprised at St. George's reported trip to Charles Town. Would have been more considerate and economical to come to Bermuda instead. Hopes he has asked Mr. Nelson for position if vacancy occurs. Will write again by Captain Outerbridge.

Informed by Sam Smith that St. George had been in Charles Town. Regrets stopping of courts gave him leisure. Americans seem inclined to stop non-importation and non-exportation to Great Britain. If so, county courts will stay closed. St. George should return to Bermuda. Has not been able to remit b30 pounds to Doctor Campbell. Thinks him extravagant to have bought horse. Self has no money. Received his letters by Messrs. Baldwin. Regrets Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) is not there to introduce him to company. Thomas (Tudor Tucker) must attend to business. As St. George is penetrating, requests his opinion as to whether Thomas will ever raise a fortune there. Natty does not concern himself much about writing such things. Hopes St. George does not make Carolinians think him a madman, as Natty said the Virginians did, when he saluted the St. George and dragon at York in soliloquy. Natty tells many merry stories about him. Advises him not to let his volatile tongue get the better of prudence.

Disappointed his stay was not longer. Longs to hear success of his suit with Miss Galloway. Henry Hall here from Providence with gift of parrot. Practices daily on harpsichord since Hartly returned. Determined to get journal ready for next opportunity. Brother Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) arrived in Bermuda. Brother's (Henry Tucker) wife Frances (Bruere) Tucker has another son, called Tom Tudor.

We were surprised when we received the letters from New York. I guess you were surprised to hear I was in Bermuda. The people have been exceedingly polite to me. Nat (Nathaniel Tucker) and I have been inseparable.

We have not heard from you since you first got to Carolina. Write us about your trip to New York and Philadelphia. Gray has furnished us with many hours of entertainment. His elegies are much admired. Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) reads and explains them? to us. Goldsmith is a favorite among us, and his "Deserted Village" a most valuable acquisition.

Received his from Philadelphia and New York. Things received by Bascome were acceptable. Has not been able to send Doctor Campbell any money on account. Plan of sending Negroes is over as plan of ? people are to purchase none from any place after November 1st. Donald Campbell visited them for two months. Was entertained by Governor. Will return with Billy Hall.

Wrote St. George by Captain Morgan. Received his dispatches from New York and Philadelphia. Their letters may now chance to find St. George in Virginia. Asks how he likes metropolis of Carolina. Also their new sister Mrs. Esther (Evans) Tucker. Felt his disappointment that fair one Miss Galloway? resigned to arms of another. Asks if he saw own adorable Miss Ainslie in travels. Has not heard whether she married. Papa (Colonel Henry Tucker) confined by rheumatic fever. He recommends, if nothing can be done in Virginia, that St. George return home until chance of employment. St. George's friend Donald Campbell spent 8 or 10 weeks with them in Bermuda. He proceeds to Grenada with Billy Hall. Congratulates Beverley Randolph on union with fair one Mrs. Martha (Cocke) Randolph. St. George tells self Major's James ? Innes happiness to be deferred. Brother Tommy (Thomas Tudor Tucker) tells self St. George carried away "Philosophical Anchorite" to get it printed. Willing to have candid account of "Paramythia's" (satire on Robert Williams) reception in Virginia. Does not seem much approved here. Does not remember that ? has and fugitive pieces he has not seen. Should like to have own poems bound and printed together in same elegant manner as Gray's. Does not know when shall get to Carolina. Has been reading Gray and Goldsmith.

Hopes he enjoyed visit to Carolina. Anxious to hear about brother (Thomas Tudor Tucker) and sister Esther (Evans) Tucker. Natty gives her a good character. Donald Campbell will return with Billy Hall after 2 months visit. He and Natty spent time agreeably. Thanks for 2 beef-tongues and apples he sent.

Sister Bet and I were desirous to have a line from you while you were at Carolina. Thank you for your very acceptable present of Goldsmith's Poem. Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) and Sister Bet have taken possession of the garret, as that is reputed the place of inspiration. They are writing an epic poem for your amusement. I am sending you a turtle shell comb which was made in Bermuda. Please send me some bear's grease.

Pleased at his arrival in Philadelphia; hopes to hear of arrival in Virginia. Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) talks of leaving. Donald Campbell and Hall sailed for West Indies. Mentions children Harry, Fanny, and Nan. Cousin Betty St. George and Fanny George are here.

Wrote him by Captain Outerbridge to Norfolk and Captain Morgan for Charles Town. Asked Doctor Campbell to interrogate Newbould in Tucker's absence. Wishes to settle estate. Rumors of breaking up of Congress and that New York voted against other colonies. And that Committeee of Correspondence assumed too much authority. Virginia and Philadelphia honored. Canada bill caused disturbances. Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) has procured payment for his demand on public. Committee who took survey of Somerset Bridge report in favor of new bridge to be built east of old one. Attends meeting of House at St. George's in morning. Donald Campbell and Billy Hall leave today for Grenada. Sent copies of Natty's Bermudian to other islands. Bermuda has bought quota.

My father advises you to return to Bermuda if the resolutions of the Congress shuts up the courts, and all proceedings at law. You will possibly meet with your share of practice here. Tommy (Thomas Tudor Tucker) tells us his practice for the last three months has been double. Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) is still with us, but talks of returning to Charleston, S. C. soon. Your friend Donald Campbell has been with us about eight or ten weeks. He is to go to Grenada with Billy Hall.

I am sending by this conveyance your shoes, the whip, a barrel of cocoa shells for Mrs. Campbell. My brother is at Belle Isle. George Bruere has gone with part of his regiment to Boston.

Consulted Savage about St. George's settling in Georgia. Chief Justice of Georgia said those from other provinces now on same footing as those who studied law in Georgia. Certificate from court where admitted as attorney required. Stokes adds law is thriving profession. Offers to become answerable for sum St. George might need. Suggests adding sum to bond Doctor Archibald Campbell now has. Regrets St. George's disappointment in suit with Miss Galloway? Glad of Doctor Benjamin Rush's politeness to him. Expects Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) before end of month. Criticism of Natty's poem gave satisfaction. Mentions unfinished work which he will finish and send by water.

I am going to Fredericksburg. My mother has asked me to come. Only this would tear me away from the walls of College. Should chance or inclination lead you to the Grove, you will probably find my dear Eliza performing the part of an affectionate sister.

Has extensive view of Edinburgh and environs. Account of his surroundings. Brother (Thomas Tudor Tucker) continues great favorite with Doctor and Mrs. Blacklock. Induced to suspect his (Thomas Tudor's) letters opened at post office and withheld on account of political information. Great Britain glorious country. If letter written to father at London arrives safe, St. George will find they had short passage to London. Encloses account of little flurry in style of Bath Guide. Printer so stupid as to add real name to it. Week at Berwick with Doctor Riddell. He has thought of going to Bermuda with Kirkpatrick. No trees in this country. Time will soon arrive when must apply self so hard to studies as not to have leisure to write. Considers it misfortune to pay such attentions to profession he abhors. Three years attendance required for degree from College of Edinburgh. May have to return long before that time. Ministerial scoundrels at post office open ship letters and withhold them. (Included on letter from Nathaniel Tucker to St. George Tucker this date.)

Rejoiced at St. George's safe arrival in Bermuda. Received lines he committed to Bishop James Madison. He had not reached London when self left it. Stuart tells self Madison was antediluvian figure in old-fashioned hat and coat. Self stumbled on St. George's friend Kit Watson in London. Watson's father with family and Reverend Samuel Henley fled from America. Lodged few doors from self. Not long before waited on professor Henley. Burton was to be at metropolis day after self left. Spent week with Colonel George William Fairfax in Yorkshire. By that means introduced to great personages: Marquis of Rowland Wynne, etc. Likewise saw much talked-of Omiah ? from Otaheite. Dined with lady of Sir Lawrence Dundass. Once awkward David Stuart now buck of first magnitude. Never received line from Major James? Innes since was in Virginia. Henley told self little Page was gone mad in political opinions. Reverend Thomas Gwatkin likewise arrived from Virginia. Supposes ministerial party will soon leave clean slate there. Gwatkin health much impaired. Writes small to save expense of postage. Asks if Nancy Blair married Burwell as Watson informed. (Included letter from Nathaniel Tucker to Elizabeth Tucker this date.

Mama is very ill with fever and pains. Uncle prescribed jalap and velerian. There is none to be had in the shops, she would appreciate it if you could furnish her with some.

I thought you were dead, since I hear you are not, I shall be glad to see you soon.

I have not heard from you. Your excuse that you have been so engaged in a routine of pleasure will not do. I will be in Williamsburg next week. The poor dollar has fared the same fate with the twenty shilling bill. If you or James have a fresh recruit send me over ten or twenty shillings.

Please send my box and bag by the first opportunity to Colonel Carlyle so that on my return from Lord Fairfax's, I may have some old clothes to wear. This is a pleasant part of the country. At present I am at a very hospitable mansion of Warner Washington's.

An unexpected accident prevented my coming over. A long absence would cause my practice to suffer. I must ask you to transmit the whole affair for us both. A covered carriage ought to be ready on our arrival to set out immediately. Am enclosing the measurement for a ring which I beg you will procure. When you have everything ready for the excursion, please inform me.

I was in hopes I should be enabled to give you a satisfactory answer. However on my application to a person of whom I expected to receive a much larger sum, I find he will not be able to pay me one shilling. This puts it entirely out of my power to comply with your request.

Does not wish him to settle in Georgia which has proved fatal to most Bermudians. Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) left five weeks ago. Fanny (Tucker) Tucker has another son. Henry and Frances (Bruere) Tucker have house in town which Tom Smith had. Thanks him for necklace made of his hair. Grandmother Butterfield broke her arm. Sends this by George Tucker. included.

I have not heard from you in some time, I am inclined to think you have been to Georgia or some other place with a view to practice as we understand the courts are still shut up in Virginia. George Tucker talks of setting out for Virginia about the middle of next week. Sister Fanny was delivered about five weeks past of a son. Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) left Bermuda about five weeks ago.

Soon after self wrote by Captain Williams, his letters came by Doctor Clayton and Captain Musson. As courts are closed, cannot imagine why he stays on continent idle. Paid his debt to Saltus and advanced money to George Tucker for Doctor Campbell. Shall answer Page and Burwell's letters by George Tucker. Doctor Clayton lived only short time after arrival here. Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) left five weeks ago. His poem met with universal approbation, but little profit. Frances (Tucker) Tucker had son six weeks ago. Thomas Tudor Tucker advises against St. George's going to Georgia. Short time will determine fate of America. Bermuda too insignificant to do anything. Hopes colonies will not put them under restraint to help. Without manufacturing or produce, cannot subsist without trade from England and America. Deplorable if both sides should require obedience. Understand there is opposition to the resolves of the delegates in New York. Is feared that province will not be staunch in cause. Mr. ? writes St. George is tainted with foolish American politics. Hopes he will not involve himself too far in the dispute. His station in life can make him services able. George Bruere he is a mere rebel.

His cousin George Tucker put into island to repair brig. King's speech not as severe as expected. Have hopes of action of parliament. Fear New Yorkers. Believes a reverend friend had some interest in a late political publication. Deserves rough usage he received. Defection of New York would be blow to American colonies.

Our Assembly is now sitting, I am therefore neccessarily engaged in public business. Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) I hope is safe with his Brother in Carolina, he left us the latter part of January. Have you seen the critiques on The Bermudian. We have heard from Tommy (Thomas Tudor Tucker). The Captain says they are increasing their family. He is gaining ground and I hope will soon be ranked amongst the first of his profession. We have supplied George Tucker.

Wrote by Captain Seymour. Writes now by his Cousin George (Tucker). Hopes he is ready to set sail for Bermuda. Captain Kirk Patric with whom Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) sailed arrived safely in Charlestown. Thanks him and and Mrs. Gilchrist for necklace made of his hair.

Received his letters by Captain Musson and Doctor Clayton. Wrote by Captain Seymour. Doctor Clayton died. Affairs managed by James Briggs. Wrote to Page and Burwell. Thinks he should have accepted Nelson's deputation, even through small. He refused to return to Bermuda and sends no information. Money scarce. Believes Conyers did not give account of all money Cooper had as mate. Natty's vessel arrived in 14 days.

Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) arrived safely in Carolina after a fortnight's passage. Donald Campbell did not make a conquest of my heart. We went to plays. Some young gentlemen and ladies under the tuition of one Mr. Holt, a schoolmaster lately from England. Entertained the public three or four evenings during the last Christmas holidays by acting the "Tragedy of Cato." They exhibited at the Lane. The playhouse scenes were much of a piece with those we had there before. Matty was anxious to know how The Bermudian was received in England. Brother Harry (Henry Tucker) has purchased the house that Captain Smith owned.

His letter to brother Tom (Thomas Tudor Tucker) came to hand. Finds Mister Purdie disappointed St. George in collection of subscription. This is of piece with rest of his behavior and gives self unfavorable impression of him. Not certain whether can embark for Europe in spring. Has heard of his scheme of trying fortune in Georgia. Hopes approaching accommodation of American affairs will render unnecessary his quitting country for which has conceived attachment. Accounts from England seem to promise such accommodation. Discusses obstacles to his settling in Georgia if peace not restored. Asks if was his intention to return from thence to Virginia as soon as courts open. Brother Thomas Tudor Tucker not able to extricate himself from debt. After 4 fruitless years in Charleston induced to move into county for more lucrative  practice. Not sure that legal processes will not be stopped in Georgia. Friends in Bermuda favor St. George being among them until opening of courts in Virginia. Congratulates Beverley Randolph and bride Mrs. Martha (Cocke) Randolph. Regards to Major James ? Innes (includes note from Thomas Tudor Tucker to St. George Tucker.)

Thanks for his letter by post. His letter via Philadelphia not yet received. Sorry St. George could not succeed in taking up money they wished. Would have enabled St. George to discharge debts and Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) to set out for Edinburgh with support for year. Unlucky that his bookseller (Purdie?) deceived him. To endeavor to get £100 stg here for Natty. Objections to St. George's going to Georgia. Viriginia courts may open in few months. They must do so in 2, 3 or 4 years. Self will be answerable to Dr. Archibald Campbell or any other who may be St. George's security. Notices Natty mentioned own intention of going to country. If does not succeed, to return to Bermuda. Hester (Mrs. Esther (Evan) Tucker) in straw. They moved into Broad Street day before Christmas. Miss Polly (Evans) and Miss Boyd with them. If they go out of town distance will not be above 20 miles. St. George may know from Williamson or Savage where they are. Will rejoice to see St. George if he comes. He may direct letters c/o John Blake. (included on letter from Nathaniel Tucker to St. George Tucker this date.)

George Tucker detained. Received his by Captain Jones and Captain Wells. Regrets his expectations of Virginia failed. Thought him too sanguine and dependent on Nelson. Encloses letter he wishes forwarded to Washington. Hopes he knows Virginia delegates to Philadelphia convention well enough to mention Bermuda's troubles to them. Hopes Bermuda can exchange salt for provisions.

Received his letter by Captain Wells. Believes George Tucker has not sailed. Hopes he will come home instead of going to Georgia. Will be glad to welcome Aunt Campbell here.

Received his of March 12 with news of intended visit to Georgia. Will be glad to see Aunt Campbell and Mr. Gilchrist. Have another baby boy since last writing. Fan is pleased with book he sent. Will be obliged to send her to parson in town to school.

Doctor Clayton died shortly after his arrival here. Thank you for paying my annual subscription. I am repaying you by the bearer. Some of the people here are greatly alarmed at the resolutions of the American Congress, while others flatter themselves that the Mother Country will pursue conciliating measures.

Thank you for your kindness in acting in my unhappy daughter's affair. She will behave herself as to gain the good esteem of all her friends, that it may in some measure atone for her past unhappy misconduct.

I am obliged to you for your kindness in visiting my unhappy sister and bringing matters to bear at last. Bermuda is a dull insipid place. Not one ball this winter, no gentlemen for partners, everybody out of town, the Doctor on his island and Mr. Randle at Belle View. The Governor has little or no company.

Wrote by Captain Seymour and George Tucker. Billy Hall hopes to sell lot at Portsmouth. Thomas Tudor and Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) advise St. George not to go to Georgia. Tommy had idea of moving about 2 miles from Charles Town. Suggests Tommy return to Bermuda. After bookseller had deceived him once, St. George should not have trusted him again. He got his money from Assembly here . Will be glad to see Aunt Campbell here. Wrote to Mr. Page and Mr. Burwell.

I am just crawling out of a rheumatic attack. Where have you been, have you forgotten your friends in Gloucester. If you don't come over this week, I am coming to Williamsburg.

Heard by Captain Seymour that George Tucker and Billy Hall had arrived. Useless to suggest that he return home until troublesome times are settled. Heard of engagement at N. England with King's forces and provincials. Report of general embargo in America. Council and Assembly of Bermuda are meeting to consider food supplies. Captain Hinson gone to Virginia, but may be detained. Hopes he can get corn. Has written also to Doctor Campbell and Billy Hall for help. Legislature plans to regulate prices. Can be silent, but cannot offer assistance to colonies. Thomas (Tudor Tucker) has settled at Dorchester, 20 miles from Charles Town. Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) was to sail for London on 10th with Captain Gun. John Savage and family to go also. Wants a box of candles sent. Morris not arrived. May have gone to West Indies. Will write again if anything occurs before Basset sails.

Received his by Captain Stowe. Wishes he would inform self of his intentions. Thinks there is no inducement to remain in Virginia. Captain Dill in vessel of Richard and John Jennings goes to Virginia to get corn. Legislature passed law prohibiting exportation of provisions. Is impossible to subsist without assistance from America. Bermudians fond of liberty, but cannot help colonies as are entirely at mercy of British. Island could be starved by a man-of-war at each end of island. By Act of Assembly have stopped several vessels of rice from Carolina bound for West Indies. Otherwise would be distressed for food. Only 3,000 bushels of Indian corn on island. Price by law is corn 5/4, rice 18/ flour 20/. Thomas Tudor Tucker's wife Esther (Evans) Tucker had girl on 8th. Natty left him on 19th.

Mrs. Coltart wants to see her relations in Bermuda and I understand you intend going in ten days. Would you take her under your care and deliver her safely to her relations.

I am not going to Bermuda with you. We wish you a happy meeting with your parents and relations. Tell Mr. Roberts we shall send the money by the first opportunity.

Thank you for taking care of my box. If you go soon to Bermuda, remember me to all. Though affairs in Bermuda are circumstance I think, they must soon be in a distressed situation, they should have attended to the fishery and become a flourishing people. I commend your prudence in your political silence.

Mr. Burwell told me you are leaving for Bermuda for twelve months. When you arrive, I hope you will not forget your friends in Virginia.

Acknowledges the receipt of Tucker's letter. Admits the situation of Bermuda is difficult. Feels that a realization of the American position would benefit both. Will do all he can, but feels somebody in public office could better convince the Congress that the people of Bermuda would enter the American association.

I have read the case of Bermuda which you have sketched but find it too difficult to give a dependable opinion on. I suggest that the Island send deputies to the Continental Congress. A proper representation of the advantages to be drawn from the connection you propose are sure to receive serious consideration.

Know, all Men, by these __ , that I St. George Tucker of the Island of Bermuda, am held and firmly bound unto Alexander Purdie & John Dixon of the  City of Williamsburg in Virginia in the just and full Sum of Twenty Four pounds …

Regrets his difficulties. Self has increasing family and brother Nathaniel Tucker dependent. Friends desire St. George not to stay long in Bermuda. Relates his motives for no longer recommending St. George moving to Georgia. July 22. Sending Esther (Evans) Tucker's letters by post too expensive. Mentions little daughter Nancy. Esther promises to make a good country wife.

Know all men, by these ____ that we, St. George Tucker of the Island of Bermuda, at present residing in the Colony of Virginia and Archibald Campbell of the Borough of Norfolk in the said Colony Merchaint (?) are held and firmly bound unto Daniel Prentis of the City of Williamburg in the said Colony Gent: in the just sum of forty two pounds ...

I wrote before that your cousin wanted to go to Bermuda. I cannot live with her, please take her to her relations. Her temper is such that I am unable to get into any business. (Tucker's answer to this letter on back.)

I am unhappy to hear of your situation with Mrs. Colthart, but I conceive it to be utterly inconsistent with my character to interfere in any domestic broils. On back of Colthart's letter to Tucker.

Certificate of the Admission of St. George to practice before the Courts of Common Law and Equity on the island of Bermuda. Signed by George James Bruere, Governor.

Wanted to send him letter by post but Thomas Tudor Tucker told her too expensive. Wrote journal. Hopes St. George is safely arrived in Bermuda. Wanted him to see their little girl (Nancy Tucker). Hopes brother Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) arrived in England. Sister (Polly Evans) with them.

Miss you and the children. Am busy doing important things in the Continental Congress. Included with copy of letter by Adams to James Warren. Attached to the subsequent item.

Complains of failure of Congress to get more done. 7,000 weight of powder has arrived. Will send some to Warren. Asks about the situation in Massachusetts. Including copy of letter by Adams to his wife (circa 1775 July 24). Tucker's endorsement: "Intercepted by Captain Wallace." Attached to previous item.

C. Stiles informs self his stores would sell in Charles Town. Asks his opinion about sending enclosed anonymous letter to Mr. Savage. Either forward or suppress letter. Stiles reported that Tommy (Thomas Tudor Tucker) was well in Charles Town. Enclosure not present.

Understanding that Captain Frank Dickinson lives in your neighborhood, I have taken the liberty to enclose you a bill on him which I should esteem it very kind if you would be so obliging as to present for acceptance.

I was sorry not to see you last Sunday when you called at our house. I shall expect you early in the morning.

Received a letter from Mr. Franklin, he says, the Congress are all inclined to serve us but the plan is only wanted to prevent our assisting the West Indies. I don't think a meeting is necessary. Make an apology to Mrs. Bruere for not seeing her before I left. Governor Bruere and I differ widely in politics, I have heard that he desires to break off all connections with those that are of different opinion with him.

Received his of 11th and 25th. Did not write by Captain Hudson. Aunt Campbell delivers this, will visit in Bermuda. Expects Norfolk to be garrisoned with Regulars or Provincials, both equally disagreeable. Sent his father a late ministerial paper and Burgoin's (Burgoyne?) correspondence with Lee. Convention prohibited exportation of all provisions except corn. Feared agents were buying it for Gage's army. Surely was not meant to include West Indies. Hopes Congress will consider them Americans. Otherwise, they must trade with Canada and Florida and smuggle into the colonies. Billy Hall reports good school there, where self wishes Archie Campbell to be placed. His genius is dull, so recommends he study mathematics useful for a merchant as he will probably succeed Donald Campbell in Granada. Will forward letter to Governor Bruere's son in Boston. Hears Colonel Neilson will have Virginia regiment and command at Williamsburg. J. Hunter will live with self and accompany him to Bermuda. Since writing the above, the Convention has opened the ports until the 10th of September as Maryland would not come into the plan.

Doubts not that Tucker is "hurried and perplexed." Has not heard from Andrews or Page. Will not be kept from running after his sister Eliza Tucker. Will send sprigs by Billy Hall. Must prepare sermons. Gilchrist will give him news of this section.

Replies to their summons to appear before them. Soldiers took his store by force. Shall not appear before them without protection against such mob treatment as John Shaw suffered. Desires them to come to him. Self signed Congress and has been loyal. Soldiers that were ashore are now on board his Lordships' ship. Self cannot prevent their landing again.

Committee approves his behavior. Will meet in a few days. Meantime, he must submit to their tyranny. Cruel situation when officers in his majesty's service can assume a citizen' s private property. A. Skinner, secretary.

Received his of June 17th. Convention provided defense for country. Two battalions to be stationed in lower part of country. First to be commanded by Patrick Henry, a very improper person, chosen only in opposition to a Scotchman. Captain Woodford, commanding the 2nd regiment, is adequate. 8,000 minute men to be raised. To serve 20 days a year and four days every month. 16 districts to raise 500 each. Governed by a committee chosen from district committees. Gunsmiths to be drafted to work at public expense saltpetre and gunpowder being made. Emission of b600,000 paper currency. Colonel Nelson, Colonel Frances L. Lee, Wythe and Jefferson chosen delegates in places of Washington, Henry, Pendleton and Bland the last two being in bad health. Colonel Bland cleared of suspicions. Convention decided, from Doctor Lee's letters, that is was a mean ministerial trick to injure reputation of Congress. Statistics of troops at Bunker's Hill, Montreal and Castle William. John Page and Mrs. Page of Rosewell here. Had Tucker been here they could have found him an honorable and lucrative port, either civil or military. Too late now.

Convention still sitting. Has reduced number of troops to be raised to 1,000 men under command of P. Henry. Colonel Nelson, is said, would not serve under him and is appointed a Delegate to the Congress. Hear of six more regiments at Boston and that Lord Dunmore expects one here. Whole country incensed against him. 500 new troops to be stationed here. Gave Mr. McCall of Rappahannock a letter to him. Has not heard result of his petition to Congress. Hears Congress decided New York and North Carolina should enjoy advantages of restraining bill, to export and import as usual except to England, Ireland or West Indies. Will write by Captain Williams who is charted? with wheat by Mr. McCallister. Hears Governor Bruere's son James was killed, as aide-de-camp to General Howe?

We have just heard of Aunt Campbell's and Mrs. Gilchrist's arrival. We hope to see them in St. George's. I am engaged in business here on Thursday between Mr. Richardson and Ned Stiles.

Received his of this date. His (St. George's) idea of judge's determination in case of Harvey and Smith is certainly just. Discussion of the legal points of the case. Will be glad to discuss case with him in town on Sunday.

Man of war tender burnt at Hampton, another here, Kingfisher. Many people moved possessions out of town. Self suffered in gale on 7th. Self unloaded and loaded one vessel just three days before port closed. Wrote Mr. Campbell.

Wrote last by Captain Wells. Convention formed a military establishment. Attorney Davis is captain, also G. Nicholas. Bermuda and Bahamas considered W. India Islands and no supplies permitted them. Vessels from there admitted. Hopes Mrs. Campbell has arrived there. Self will follow few vessels sailing but believes ports will not be closed long.

No vessels in harbor except victims of gale which were allowed in. Many blue ensigns on river from Gosport to Town Point: Mercury of 24 guns; Otter and King-Fisher of 18 each; Governor's present palace (Fowey?) of 10 and others. Convey under Lane's armed sloop gone to St. Augustine for 14th regiment. Attorney John Randolph here on way to Britain. Robert Christian, banished from Baltimore, is here on way to England. Captain McCartney superseded on Mercury by John Sampson by complaint of Lord Dunmore. So much for Royalists, now for Constitutionalists. Committee of Safety divided strength of province into regular troops, minute men and militia. Have exempted all natives of Great Britain from bearing arms. Billy Davis and Joe Shiloh have offices. Shall write to Mrs. Gilchrist.

I know you are enjoying tranquillity and a serene climate. Here we are in a state of uncertainty and anxiety. In a region of political darkness. Not knowing what to fear or what to hope for.

You may at all times call for papers from the clerks office, agreeable to your own convenience, and shall have them duly granted. The terms you propose for payment of office fees are very satisfactory to me.

Has not heard yet whether he has arrived in Bermuda. Letters lost by Negro. Little girl (Nancy Tucker) fat and pretty. All escaped fever. Natty's (Nathaniel Tucker) ship arrived safely in England. No letters, as packet either brought none or Captain does not choose to deliver them. Troublesome times, but plenty of provisions.

The Scorpion sloop of war and a transport arrived here yesterday from Boston, they have orders to stay here or to proceed to Carolina. I dined yesterday at the Governor's with one of the Lieutenants. He says there has been no action since that of June 17 in which the Regulars had 92 officers and 1,000 privates killed and wounded. The loss of the provincials was at least double. He did not know either of the Governor's sons particularly except Dick, who is likely gone home. Obliged to leave America on account of his health. The lieutenant could not tell whether it was George or Jack that fell in the last engagement. From his description, it appears to be George from what Doctor Campbell writes you, I think it is Jack. There were no troops arrived at Boston, nor had they received any answer to the dispatches sent by the General in consequence of the last battle. The lieutenant says they spoke with a ship from Londonderry who informed them that 20,000 Russians and a like number of English troops coming out and maybe minutely expected at Boston. They intend to make up an army of 50,000 men so that America will soon be deluged with blood. They have now a great plenty of fresh provisions and firing at Boston. I am sending Mamma a small bottle of tea.

I am desirous of serving Mr. Roberts on this occasion. I ought to take every measure to convey his money to him. Suppose you should interfere in the dispute between him and Mrs. Dickinson as a friend to both parties.

Lord Dunmore frightens out old women who are afraid of cannon. He lets no boats pass from Hampton to Norfolk since his vessels were fired. Fears this will be a garrison town. Hears South? Carolina has taken Governor Martin and officers prisoners. Northern provincials happy under their officers. Troops are raising according to ordinance.

Pleased to hear of his arrival in Bermuda. Doctor Blacklock ready to receive him. Self's visit to Scotland. Praises of Scotland. Doctor Hill's (relation of Mr. Miller's) daughters unparalleled in mental abilites and excellency of disposition. In London, self hears of men who struggle for liberty abused. Spirit of England entirely anti-American. British says effects of Association not felt. New trades sources to Russia. Spirit of resentment and animosity of Civil War increases. Self prepares to stay in London and study chemical and anatomical field. Expects Sunday to be ordained. Has received only one letter from home, reporting confusion and disorder.

Extract of a letter from Bermuda. A letter explaining how the conflict between Britain and America affects Bermuda. The Bermudian legislature passed a law in May prohibiting the exportation of any kinds of provisions until all obstructions to supplies from America should be removed.

Report from a committee appointed by the Parishes of Somerset and Port Royal to answer a letter from Captain Tollemarke to Richard Fowle and Nathaniel Bell.

Wrote by Captain Williams. No arrivals from Bermuda in three weeks. Patriots talk of destroying Norfolk lest Dunmore take it. He expects 500 men. Inhabitants equally alarmed at provincials. Many have moved effects. Papers from England to 2nd August tell of men and ships coming. Dunmore stopped press, but may publish one of his own. Asks him to supervise Archie's Campbell education.

This morning arrived 200 more soldiers from St. Augustine, the remaining part of the regiment. Great confusion. Taken on board the man-of-war are Thos. Matthews, two Robinsons and others. Reported 1,200 men at Williamsburg, 500 at Suffolk, 400 at Camps Landing, some at Smithfield and Hampton. Cannot collect debts. Money scarce. Man-of-war has destroyed and taken all ammunition in and near Norfolk.

His Majesty's speech to both Houses of Parliament concerning the situation in America.

Committee of Safety resides at Williamsburg. Troops collecting there. 500 at Hampton. Dunmore has reinforcements from St. Augustine. Donald Campbell turned business man. Norfolk is deserted. Fit subject for Goldsmith. Dunmore seized press which is now on his ship. Will publish Royal Gazette from there. Seized all arms and cannon. Sent small party to Kemp's Landing.

I should be glad to do you and Mr. Brownlow all the service in my power. I hope to be able to go into the country next week. If you want the process sooner, nominate the person and I will appoint him.

With respect to my part of the suit, I can readily say that I will admit any evidence that Mr. Hutching's or anyone else can prove or attempt to prove. My brother must answer for himself.

Agreeable to your directions I served the subpoena, together with the tickets on Captain Hutchings and Mrs. Hutchings. I learned from Mr. Hunt that you would have every matter completed and dispatch a messenger to me this morning.

I was glad to hear you were all well at home. I wish you had told me what you were employed about. Please persuade sister to take a sail here this week.

Thought it better to keep his man and send hemp home by him to prevent another trip. Hemp was indifferent. Glad she is better. Her sister-in-law, Mary (Randolph) Cary sends four sets of Careless. One for her sister.

I know of no evidence except Mr. Taylor Conyers and Mr. John Niccols, Jr. Mr. Niccols is in town. If you send up a subpoena, I will have it served on Mr. Conyers.

On settlement of account with Mr. John Young, he falls in our debt ten pounds seventeen shillings and eight pence. Give as long indulgence as you can, so as to be sure of entering the action before next court.

Regrets cannot give him pass to land his things at his home. Only offer self can make is protection for his goods and chattels if he will give himself up to the convention and abide by their determination. Note on bundle: Copied in photostat for Reverend. War records.

Assume St. George wrote by Captain Blake. Believes in these troublesome times St. George could be no better elsewhere. Congratulates him upon arrivlal of Aunt Campbell and family in Bermuda. Regards to Mrs. Gilchrist. Letter from Donald Campbell introducing Alexander Campbell. Has not heard recently from Natty (Nathaniel Tucker). Charleston has martial instead of commerical appearance. Times altered. Has house for twelvemonth at b525 for which he can sublet at only £200. Grimke has at stake 12 or 15,000 guineas in houses. Miss Grimké still single.

Obliged for his favor by Captain Blake. His little niece is grown a fine girl. Two Miss Smiths married without changing their names. Congratulates on arrival of Virginia friends in Bermuda. Longs to hear from brother Natty (Nathaniel Tucker). Much obliged for his intention of paying her visit in spring. Should be happy to accompany him to Bermuda if it suited Thomas Tudor Tucker to go.

Since the fire I have been very busy. I have not heard from Virginia since September. I am happy that my mother has had resolution enough to visit you.

Thank you for your information about the children. I hope they will not distract their poor Grandmother. Have you had a merry Christmas? Ours has been dull. Can your American Intelligence be depended on. The provincials will have reason to exalt indeed if they are in possession of Canada and have taken General Carlton prisoner. I shall be glad to hear this confirmed we wish you all a happy New Year. Fanny says tell Bet (Elizabeth Tucker) the muslin has arrived and also a pair of superb candlesticks.

Philadelphia: Printed by Henry Miller

I saw Mr. George Bascome and he asked me to acquaint you that he had applied to by the Captain of the Philadelphia Brig (from Hispaniola) to assist him in his present situation and he begs you not to be employed on the other side of the question, but to join with him to save the vessel and cargo which is already seized.

"I find that commissioners are to be sent out to America for a very different purpose from what we at first imagined. This appears to me to be another attempt to disunite the colonies, but if we are to judge from that spirit which seems at present to pervade the whole continent, it will doubtless prove as unsuccessful as every other has hitherto done. Should the war be continued, our particular Situation will be truly lamentable. a Famine must soon be the inevitable Consequence. The Storm is gathering thick on every Side. but I observe Colonel Barre's Name amongst the Commissioners if he is in the Nomination, I think there may still be some Ground to hope, as he has always been a warm Minority Man. however, not with standing all his Blustering, I shou'd not be at all surpris'd to hear he had join'd the venal Tribe. I have long look'd upon Patriotism as an i? Farce. but perhaps I give Mankind less Credit than they deserve. I wish it may be so."

I was at St. George's yesterday. Our claim was received. Elbertsen and myself were stipulators in £50.0.0 Stg. for Costs. The Attorney General moved for leave to exhibit interrogatories to Parker. I opposed it as repugnant to the spirit of our Law. The collector spoke warmly and so did Mr. Hunt in support of the motion as to interrogatories in general.

On receipt of this, you will be pleased to look on me as your client in an action this day entered. Self against Anthony Atwood for £20 current money damages. I advanced him money when I was his attorney.

Arrived at Rosewell after fatiguing day just after arrival of Hammond. Congratulates him upon arrival of last vessel. Will write more fully and entrust it to care of Davis.

Mrs. Dickinson informs Mr. Tucker that she shipped her Negro wench, Beck by Captain Samuel Tucker to Mr. Thomas Roberts in Virginia to be sold. Captain Nathaniel Beck told Mrs. Dickinson that Mr. Roberts sold the Negro and received cash for her. Mrs. Dickinson gives Mr. Tucker this information that he may subpoena Captain Beck if he thinks it necessary.

During long absence from Virginia has had no word from friends in York, Williamsburg, and Gloster Gloucester? Bermuda has received copy of act of Parliament prohibiting all trade with United Colonies. Deplores conditions and dreads results. Hopes cruel fate can be averted. Inquires after Page's health and mentions his "dreadful vertigo." Asks about Mrs. Page and the children. Reminisces of former visits to Gloucester, Carter's Creek, Ware Glebe, etc., and mentions Miss Digges, Mrs. Burwell, "the arrival of Mr. Burwell from a fox hunt," the Colonel, the Doctor, the Parson, Williamsburg and the Capitol, the F.H.C. (Society) and the College which he fears "is no longer on the same footing that I once knew it." Wishes to be remembered to everyone already mentioned, and to his brothers Mann and Bob, Mr. and Mrs. Harrison, Tom Davis, Major Andrews, etc. (Typed Copy sent to Mr. Chorley by Mr. Ronalds of Morristown National? Historical Park, New Jersey. Original in Mr. Lloyd Smith's collection. Typescript included.)

Unhappy to find my poor mother unwell. I will not be able to make any stay at Port Royal for the people here are sadly off for provisions. The poor creatures buy as they can raise a few shillings.

Just returned from Cape Fear, in North Carolina. Received his letters by McAlister's brig. Whole continent in same ruinous unsettled condition. Norfolk ruined. All they can call their own is spot at Colonel Tucker's mills, enclosed with breast-work, ditch and abattis, garrisoned by party of the 14th Regiment of about 250. General Lee is at Suffolk. Mentions Otter. Persons living on board ships in harbor.

Little prospect for lawyers here now. Only month's provisions and no prospect of steady supply. 2,000 bushels of beans from Ireland sold at 15/. Only one provision vessel in three weeks. Water scarce, as no springs on island. Will take family to England in July. Regards to Island friends. Ship just arrived from London but Captain Tucker will not wait to hear news.

I will try to be in the city Monday. The Governor intends to let the representatives meet by his letter to the gentlemen of the Council in which he desires that they all be in town. Monday evening.

I am sorry to hear that Mr. White and his sisters cannot settle among themselves the trifling difference that has for some time past subsisted between them, but if any assistance of mine can contribute towards their putting an end to it in an amicable manner.

The devisees of the late Corn. White are desirous of having their dispute with Corn. White, the son of the testator, settled tomorrow. They have chosen Captain Benjamin Harvey. The meeting is to be tomorrow morning at the House of E. Bedlow at the Flatts.

If Mr. Tucker's vessel sails so soon, I shall hardly be able to collect money enough to make it worth your while to go to the West Indies in her. If we could sell all the wheat and receive cash things would be better. Doctor Campbell says he is going to the West Indies in a month or so. I have received about £1,000 out of which I have paid Williams £125 and Brown near 200 £/.

I am sending you £23.13.4. A tour with Doctor Campbell will be more agreeable and more advantageous. The wheat sells slowly. Bring the children with you next week. We still have not heard from Tommy (Thomas Tudor Tucker).

Jones agreed to take what wheat we have on hand. I think, it much more for Mr. MacAlester's interest to sell it here than run the risk of the West India market. If you decide to go to the West Indies I would like to send the money for the wheat by you rather than Jones.

Petition and protect against Lord Dunmore. On 17th Andren Snap Hammond, commander of Roebuck gave permission to visit son John Hunter Jr., prisoner at Halifax, North Carolina. To go on sloop of war? Otter commanded by Matthew Squire. Major Hendrick of 6th Regiment of Continental troops recommended her to Brig. Andrew Lewis commander at Williamsburg, who recommended her to fleet as person dangerous to committee. Captain Hammond claims no right to redress her grievances. Self intends for native country. Applied through James Ingram, one of commissioner for prizes, to Lord Dunmore to prove will of late husband Andrew Sproule. Dunmore neglected it. D. Signed and delivered to Thomas McCulloch, notary public. Contains also letter from C. Sproule, to Captain Hammond, June 28, 1776, on board a schooner for Glasgow, asking for justice.

We are afflicted at the account you give us of my poor dear mother's health. Fanny and I will see her day after tomorrow. I am delivering the wheat.

I hear I am likely to lose my namesake in Bermuda if so, suppose we shall hardly see her again in Virginia. Please present my compliments to Mrs. Campbell and Mrs. Gilchrist (or whatever other name she now may have adopted).

I bought father a cask of wine. We have sold all of the rice. Lewis has promised to take care of a tierce ? of wheat for my mother. We are happy to hear she is better.

I am enclosing you a letter to our friend Colonel Nelson. It is on a subject of importance to my worthy friend Doctor Alexander Campbell. Permit me to request your interest with Colonel, Mr. Jefferson, and Mr. Wythe to obtain some consideration for the loss. The enclosed letter to Mr. Morris of Philadelphia, being on the same subject, please forward to him by post. (On back on letter to Colonel Thomas Nelson, same date.)

I received a letter from Mr. Jacquelin Ambler, who on account of disturbances here resides at present at New Castle, Hanover County, advising me that you have recieved payment of Mr. McAllster's bill for £ 32.12 which could not be negotiated here. Mr. Ambler has received your sundry favors. Please convert the balance in your hands into a good bill of exchange and send to William Innes of London, a merchant.

I take the liberty of requesting your care of 2 hogheads of rum shipped by me on board the Dick Cole, John Seymour master, and consigned to Mr. Matthew Phripp, merchant in Norfolk. Should you go to any other part of the continent, would you please dispose of the rum for me and remit the proceeds to Mr. Phripp. (Enclosed in copy of letter to Matthew Phripp, same date.)

Sole letter since Tucker left Virginia was intercepted by Lord Dunmore. Council brought Captain Tucker's whole cargo for the Army at 20/ per bushel which was market price of salt at the time. Two vessels sold at same price to the people, one recently at 15/. Country needs 30 or 40,000 bushels of salt. Ships could bring back rum, sugar, molasses, woolens, linen, medicines, arms, etc. Could have found post for Tucker, had he been here: clerk of committee of safety or of Council or Senate, or in company of Grenadiers or Troop of Horse. He could make money in trade. Glorious Revolution in the 13 colonies. Battle of Long Island. Battle of King's Bridge. Major arrived from Eastern Shore with little Parker his prisoner. Major  says Howe was in possession of New York before the action. Has new daughter. Doctor McClurg's skill saved wife. Mann Page (son) is at father's studying under tutor, in Greek. Sally lives with Aunt Harrison. Family was crowded into little house in Williamsburg last winter. Mentions Alice and Jack. B. Harrison of Brandon sends his regards. (September 29.) Letter from Richard H. Lee contradicts self's story of victory. Rrifling affair. 1,000 enemy. Colonel Weedon and Major Leitch behaved gallantly. General Lee passed through Petersburg on way to New York, was detained too long in Georgia. Had he been with Washington, New York would not have been lost. Congress has meddled too much. City should not have been evacuated.

Sends 2nd letter by Captain Tucker who sails immediately, informed by John Page. Brother fell in unfortunate affair on Long Island. Lost five-day old infant. Betsy (Ballard) Andrews, wife ill. 3 or 4 vessels from Bermuda lately.

Vessel brought salt from Bermuda and returns with cargo which self hopes will be beneficial. Salt in demand here. Hear accounts of Battle of Long Island, New York, and other battles. Mrs. Blair recovering from illness. She, Nancy and Jeaney send regards.

Sends papers by Mr. Weekes, bearer. 3,000 men, Yankees, fled from Howe at Turtle Bay. Weedon, of 3rd Virginia Regiment, attacked with greater honor. Writes at request of planters, firm of Bermuda to advance them sum up to £10,000. Asks Tucker to communicate with them.

Enclosed is an invoice and bill of loading 2 hogsheads of rum, which I am shipping to you and request you to dispose of it to the best advantage on my account. Please retain the net proceeds at the Reverend Mr. Robert Andrews in Williamsburg. (Letter to same October 29, 1776 on the same page.)

Prospect of selling salt, rum, sugar, and dry goods to Page. Virginia Pilot Boat gone into the West End. The Major, the Professor owe letters. Lord Dunmore has perused my letters. (Original in the Morristown, New Jersey National Park Library.)

I am sending you 2 hogsheads of rum Please dispose of it in the same manner as directed in my letter of October 24. (On letter to same under date of October 24, 1776.)

Saturday morning.  "I am but too well acquainted with the irascibility of your disposition not to dread the affects of your wrath, should I neglect to write. May Heaven preserve you my Dear Brother, and send you a Prosperous and happy voyage."

Expects to embark this week. The Galatea has taken two prizes, one a Bermudian, and retaken two other West Indian vessels. Hopes we will not have an encounter with her. (Original in the Morristown, New Jersey National Park Library.)

Bearer is from Augusta. Recommended to Mrs. Cary as capable of managing weaving and spinning. Has employed her for the estate though Mrs. Randolph desired a woman. Her terms are £30 for managing spiners, instructing weavers who need teaching, and weaving all fine cloth herself. Will be £40 if employed constantly in weaving. Recommends former. Old lady and Betty send love. Asks when chair will be done.

I request you to have the sum of one hundred pounds sterling insured upon the sloop Enterprize and Virginia or South Carolina on my account. Messrs. Henry Tucker and Son desires me to request that you would have the like sum insured on the same vessel on their accounts.

I have had your vessel registered but not by the name you desired. I hate a name which speaks the intention too much. I have spoke to the Governor about a Mediterranean pass and believe I can have one, if it should be thought necessary.

Richard and John Jennings, Henry Tucker of Somerset, and Henry Tucker and Son giving St. George Tucker their power of attorney for business of the sloop Dispatch.

I purchased £100 worth of good ginned cotton I have taken on board 2,817 bushels of salt. On the passage here we were chased near the west end of Grand Caicos by a vessel cruising in those parts.

Is enclosing account of sales of four hogsheads of rum (not enclosed). Insurance ordered on the sloop Enterprize has been made.

Has sent him the pork. Carpenters will be at his service after Christmas. Intends to go to Petersburg if Mrs. Waller has commands for Miss Clary.

Received your letter from Turks Island. What money you may have left let Messrs. John Lawrence and Co. take it and draw bills for it here upon us. If this scheme could not be executed, then we think rather than leave the money in the Government hands or take Continental money, you had better purchase new tobacco and let it remain in the warehouses, as it will be a more certain thing than the paper currency, should things take a bad turn against America. However you will be on the spot. You will be a better judge of what to do. The coast of America will be all crowded with cruising vessels early in the spring which will make the trade very dangerous and precarious. The reports are various, all we know for certain is the General Howe was within 20 miles of Philadelphia. General Washington and General Lee both in the Jersey's. Captain Jerh. Morgan was taken by a Man of War in his passage to Philadelphia. He is now confined on board the Admirals ship at New York. Lord Howe it is said is much exasperated at him and resolves to make an example of him as he is a Bermudian and of course a subject of Great Britain. We expect Tommy (Thomas Tudor Tucker) any time. He is not bringing his wife.

As the affairs of America are very critical at this time we think you should endeavor to get the best security for any money you may have left after purchasing your cargo. Thomas Tudor Tucker arrived with us a few days past. He narrowly escaped being taken by the Galatea Tell Willis Morgan of the danger about this coast and let all our countrymen know that sails.

Reports say generally that the Americas are laying down their arms. I wish that a people who had taken arms in support of their liberties should lay them down with no discredit to themselves.

I cannot omit an opportunity of giving you a welcome to Virginia again. Since you left here, I have been to the Northward as far as New York, where I spent two months, after having passed one at Philadelphia, during which time no such occurences happened to me.

Father very ill yesterday at Mr. Jobs ? I should be much obliged to you to go down to Mr. Armistead's and to give him every ?

Written in French.

Concerning insurance for the sloop Dispatch, Thomas Tucker Master.

On Tuesday (28th) moved from Jamestown to Westover. Alarm that men of war were within few miles. Lying here in idleness until hear from Tucker. Was in Williamsburg few days ago. Mr. Jameson had written Tucker the men of war were at Point Comfort. Wish to hear from him immediately.

I am enclosing an invoice of goods which I wish you to procure for me I am sorry you could not call on us on your way down the country.

I have this day chartered my vessel the Dispatch to Norton and Beall to take a full cargo of tobacco on their account from James River or Appomattox River and to be delivered to their order in Curacao for the freight of fity five shillings sterling per hogshead. I bind myself to Norton and Beall in the sum of five hundred pounds sterling. John Page test. Insured for £ 1,000.

My father wrote you by Mr. Richard Prudden to get insured for Doctor Archibald Campbell five hundred pound Bermuda currency on the brig bound from Bermuda to Turks Island and from there to Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina. When Mr. Prudden arrived at Turks Island, there was a tender there which obliged him to destroy the letter. I have taken this opportunity to inform you.

I sent your letter on to the Doctor. My wife Frances Page scribbled off the enclosed for an invoice. If the Doctor will go over tomorrow, I will see you before you go to Carolina. I have serious thoughts of accepting your offer and putting in £100. One page invoice follows which is a list of items signed by Frances Page.

Order of Council. The Board finding it absolutely necessary in order to procure arms and other articles for the use of this State, to lodge a Sum of money in the West Indies. And for that purpose have employed St. George Tucker esq. to negotiate ...

Doctor ? and self windbound today at Mr. Burwell's quarter. Ate oysters and hoecake and was merry. Thinks they may become rich from the war.

Having decided to remain in Virginia I am referring to you the conduct of the business of the Dispatch in Curacao. On back, a memo of the numbers of Continental Paper money in possession of St. George Tucker, March 4, 1776.

I left Virginia and came here to invest the proceeds of the cargo on the Dispatch in indigo to be remitted to St. Eustatia, but the indigo had risen in value and the value of it in St. Eustatia was very low. Under these circumstances Mr. Blake informed me that tobacco was the only article of American produce that bore a price either in the West Indies or Europe. After many different expedients, we concluded to purchase a prize Brig jointly and load her with salt for Virginia and invest the proceeds in tobacco for Europe or the West Indies.

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This is intended to give you an account of the situation of our distressed island. The Galatea and Nautilus are both here. They have fitted out a schooner tender which is stationed in Elly's habor. They have taken Captain Thomas Tucker's boat which they have out continually cruising to decoy the vessels that are bound home. They have taken 5 vessels with the boat. The Man of War have taken many prizes to the amount of between 20 and 30,000£ value, so that they have drained the country of money and are now depriving us of bread. They keep all the Bermudians they take as prisoners on board. Have broke open Mr. Hawey's stores, entered several houses. These things caused the Council and Assembly to propose addressing Lord Howe. They appointed a committtee accordingly, but the Governor consistent with his usual behavior prorogued the Assembly before they had finished their address. Upon this the several parishes chose representatives to meet at the Lane to pursue the plan intended. They appointed your brother Harry (Henry Tucker Jr.) and Natty Jones to accompany the address to New York for Lord Howe. Tommy (Thomas Tudor Tucker) has recovered and is leaving. He intends returning here with his family soon.

We began to load the vessel on March 3 with 13 hogsheads of tobacco and finished April 3. I am enclosing the sloop's accounts. I am now informed of five Men of war being within the Capes. I don't know when I will be able to get out.

Snatches moment at Council Board to write by express who carries letter of G. Washington's to Governor of South Carolina. Just informed 3,000 men embarked at Amboy and New York, ready to sail on 29th, destination unknown, but supposed to be there Chesapeake Bay, Delaware or up Hudson river. Letter from G. Johnson, informs them that French vessel arrived at Boston with powder, arms, ammunition. French 50-gun ship sailed from Nantes for Boston. 2 rich English ships from London carried into Boston. French officers came well recommended by B. Franklin. No time for more.

Account, January 10 - April 10, 1777, for £1,144.3.8.

We are just now going to weigh anchor as we understand the Man of War is now out of the Cape. I have sent your clothes to Mr. Page's. I could not get the money from Captain Tucker as he fell short. I received 10£ from him but as articles of every kind are extremely high in Williamsburg I will keep it. I did not get the money from Mrs. Andrews as it would be of service to me in the West Indies.

Colonel Theodorick, Jr. Bland is well. Had not heard of Mrs. Patsy (Bland) Banister's death. Bland is at head of regiment of horse, camping 10 miles from Philadelphia. General Washington looks like a demi-god. Saw her brother Colonel Mead. Will get stays for her in Philadelphia. Stockings too high. All dye bought up to dye hunting shirts. Wants Mr. Instance Hall in Blandford to break colt for him. (Writer unknown; date conjectural.)

Has written to sister Martha (Bland) Banister, to John Banister and to Betty Carlos. Is pitted from smallpox in February. Many others here similar. Came here from Philadelphia first day of last month. General Washington's headquarters here. Mrs. Martha (Dandridge) Custis Washington had arrived three weeks earlier. Had been absent from Fanny's brother (Theodorick Bland) from January to April. Had had qualms about visiting a camp but came with a lady and gentleman on their way to Boston. Morris a clever village in beautiful valley at foot of five mountains. Three houses with steeples. Larger than Blandford. Aside from two refugee families from New York, is inhabited by errentest rusticks. Many villages all with meeting houses, court houses. Sweet farms with lush grass. Poet's Arcadia. Girls are peasant looking creatures. All very inhospitable, giving nothing but "dreadful good water." "Desperate" and "dreadful" are favorite words. She would laugh to hear them talk. Lower part of Jerseys pleased her. Has been at Newark within 7 miles of New York. Also at Elizabethtown where Doctor Manlove lived. He was a fool to leave only place in world he was liked. Commander Washington commands men by his skill in military matters and women by politeness and attention. Visit them 2 or 3 times a week by particular invitation. He is busy in forenoon but free in evening. His lady seems to be in felicity and calls him her "old man." Often make horseback parties: General and Mrs. Washington, Miss Livingston and the aide-de-camp, Colonel Fitzgerald, Colonel Johnson, brother of Mrs. Malone, Colonel Hamilton, Colonel Meade, Colonel Tillman, Colonel Harrison brother of Billy Harrison who kept store in Petersburg, and Captain Gibbs. General Washington throws off hero and becomes chatty agreeable companion. Can be downright impudent. Her brother Theodorick Bland has promised them his imiature when he goes to Philadelphia. Theodorick Randolph will always be her favorite.

Respectful compliments to her. Encloses a piece of music which Mrs. Victor informed him she was in want of. Will copy any piece for her she wishes. In grateful remembrance of her past kindness to him.

Received your letter of March 6. Will be glad to render any service to you or Captain Thomas Tucker. Includes a list of current prices in Curacao.

I received your letter and the enclosure from Messrs. Richard and John Jennings. I will be glad to render you any services when you return. (included a letter from Gouverneur to Tucker, July 31, 1777.)

When I returned from the north I hurried to Williamsburg, but you had gone to Charlestown, S. C. Now while you are daily expected in Williamsburg, the positive mandates of General Weedon hurry me to Camp. I am happy to hear of the success you have had with your mercantile department. Were it in my power, I would complete that happy connection with Eliza, but the sacred obligations of honor and the love of my country forbid me to.

The Commonwealth of Virginia in account with St. G. Tucker for purchasing indigo at South Carolina to amount of £61,816.1.10.

When you left here, I expected I could draw a Bill on you which would answer every purpose for the purchase of the Mary Bell and loading her, but when I made the trial found I could not get the money. Not having the money myself, I had to let Mr. Dalahoid take half of her. Three Men of War came here a few days past and took 25 Negroes that were fishing.

Takes opportunity to tell her news of the city. Returned this morning from Rosewell. Had been there since Saturday. School had not commmenced. After a firm engagement the celebrated Miss E Digges has discarded J.H. Carter and will marry Major Brent. Mrs. Randolph has a daugher. Doctor McClurg has a flat no? from Miss Patricia? Fleming who will marry who, Colonel Warner Lewis. Compliments to Miss Banisters, Miss Nicholas, Miss Martha Hall, and Captain Murray. Asks how Captain Murray and Miss Fanny make it.

Your last letter gave us the account of the death of your poor Sister Tucker (wife of Thomas Tudor Tucker). I was glad you were with your brother. We have had no account of the Dispatch. You made a terrible bargain for her, the freight ought to have been double. I hope you have made a better bargain with your Brig. Frank Dickinson says you made 1,500 Guineas at Charles Town, S. C. for your business. Your brother Harry (Henry) has returned from York. He was treated very politely by Lord Howe who was displeased at the behavior of Jordan here, but said the Commmander of the King's ships must have power and that he could only give them General instructions and recommend lenity. Upon the arrival of Frank Morgan, he was fired upon by the Fort.

Thank you for your note saying Maria Rind safely arrived. Glad to know she is satisfied. The poor girl has labored under many disadvantages since her mother's death. She was neglected by those who had charge of her.

Rec'd of St. George Tucker a bill of exchange on Continental Treasury drawn on William Kennon, for $500 to be placed to credit of Kennon, for sale of schooner Westover.If balance, it is to be remitted to Treasurer of North Carolina to be placed to credit of said Kennon. Enclosed with the two following items (letters to Blake and Sawyer, Phripp and company). 1777 July 5.

I heard of the arrival of the sloop Dispatch in Curacao. I should like you to get any sum not exceeding £1,500 Stg. insured upon her, which the private underwriters in Charlestown would be willing to take. The Captain has orders to return here, to go into Ocracoke or to Charlestown. Advise him to take aboard a load of rice and indigo to the full amount. (On same page as copy of letter to Messrs. Matthew Phripp and Company, June 28, 1777.)

Am enclosing a draft of William Kennon's for five hundred dollars for which I gave him a receipt in Charlestown. Please execute it and enclose it to me by the next post. Then I shall send you his second bill together with a letter of advice from Governor Rutledge to the President of Congress. Colonel Kennon did not have his account sales in Charlestown and when I passed through Newborn he had gone up to Halifax. (On same page as copy of letter to Messrs. Blakes and Sawyer.)

I hope you received my letter of a few days past. Still no account of the Dispatch.I hope the purchase of the Brig and cargo will be a profitable adventure, but I greatly fear that neither she nor the Dispatch will get into Virginia as our accounts are the bay is full of Men of War. However, if they should have the good fortune to escape we approve of your intentions of sending them to France rather than the West Indies and also your intentions of ordering 1,000£ Stg. to be remitted to London. I believe the Men of War here have had a severe reprimand. The two Morgans have behaved very imprudently and I fear will be the cause of our having a Man of War stationed at the West End. Jack Tucker has lost his senses, he thinks his brothers have laid a plot to destroy him and that the Morgans came here to take him on board.

"I forgot to tell you that your Bros Accos from New York were 'That the American Affairs were in a very bad way, Ld. Cornwallis's Army in the Jerseys being Superior to General Washington's, that Carlton had pass'd the Lakes and that the provincials had but 1,500 Men at Ticonderoga who intended to Abandon that place and retire below Albany to make a stand there, that the New England people were determined not to leave their own Country. 8,000 recruits were Arrd. at the Hook ? when he came away the 28th May. The forces were embarking but their destination not known, some thought that their object was to join Carlton's Army and attack the New England Governments others that Philadelphia was the destined palce to attack, whilst a third talk'd of Chesapeake Bay.  The Officers and Soldiers were in high Spirits and many talk'd of the Wars being at an End in 6 weeks, others thought this Campaign would do it..." Lord Drummond in his last letter desires to be kindly remembered to you and asks where you are what you are doing. I wrote without telling him either.

Wish to inform you of the loss of the Brig Fanny. Captain Tucker arrived here today from St. Augustine. He informs us he was taken four days after he sailed approximately 20 miles northward of Cape Hatteras by a Man of War with 20 guns. We will take every necessary step to recover the insurance should you have an opportunity of sending a small cargo of tobacco, flour, bread, and bar iron. I am sure you will make a good adventure as tobacco is now at £20 per 100 pounds.

Thank you for the letter. It would have given me greater satisfaction to have received you. It will not be in my power to visit Williamsburg soon why don't you ramble up here? Thank you for the news from the northward.

Received his favor of 28th Ult. enclosing Colonel Kennon's bill of $500 on the Continental Treasurer. Returns receipt for same executed. Asks for second copy of bill with letter of advice. Has no objection to paying his commission. Receipt enclosed dated 1777 June 28.

Some think you are not altogether attached to the American cause. The success of our scheme is quite evident to me. Salt cost £6 per bushel. Tobacco has fallen to 30/. I think we can carry on a profitable trade even without cosignments. Send in as many ships as you can engage with salt. The ships should all be armed. Have the property insured. (Included copy of a letter to Messrs. William? and Morris, see: 1777 August 1.

Agreeable to your request of the 5th, I now enclose you Colonel Kennon's second bill of exchange with the letter of advice. (On same letter as copy of letter to Messrs. Matthew Phripp and Company, 1777 June 28)

Encloses bill of exchange of draft on Rocquette and Elseviers of Rotterdam. Asks for news of the American war.

Glad to know you are once more in Virginia. Heaven blessed me giving me such a wonderful wife. I am waiting with impatience for marching orders for every friend to liberty and mankind must? exert themselves. I am ready to sacrifice all for my country's good. Can you inform me why the worthy Doctor treats me with so much coldness. I have a letter from Maury.

The Nautilus still lies in the great sound, the Daphne that we expected from Lord Howe is not arrived. No vessels come near us as it is known everywhere what a lookout is kept for them. Our provisions grow short and no prospect of supplies. It is said the King has ordered the cruising vessels that were fitted out in the West Indies to be recalled by Proclamation and the Men of War ordered to take them as pirates. The prizes they have taken, the report is, are taken from them by his Majesty and given to the widows and children of those seamen and soldiers that have lost their lives in the American war.

I would like insurance on the Dispatch to Virginia, North Carolina, and South Carolina. The Captain has discretional orders to purchase what he can. Please advise me if you can comply.

On getting the bills Captain Tucker brought for his freight, I found they were made payable to Messrs. Henry Tucker, Richard Jennings and Son or order so that Captain Tucker could not endorse them and to forward them to Bermuda was running a great risk and losing time. For this reason, I thought best to forward them to Mr. John Strittel of London for accounts of the Gentlemen. Captain Tucker has altered his sloop into a Brig and she is now ready for sailing with a load of salt.

Writes by Captain Barred ? Heard report of sister's (Elizabeth (Bland) Banister) death. Still in Jerseys but Theodorick Bland gone to Philadelphia with regiment. Left his station at Trenton. Last week ordered to North river in New England. Little Colonel ... may come to Virginia with her.

Vain to grieve at misfortunes. Profession of soldier has steeled him against death. May God receive her who was everything that could endear her (Elizabeth (Bland) Banister) to her friends. Just going to march. The men are paraded. (Addressed to: "My dearest and now my only sister.")

We are sorry to tell you that soon after the beginning of the present war with Great Britain the underwriters in this city declined the business. All commerce carried on from this port is at the sole risk of the adventurerer.

(Letter started before August 6). Wrote by Colonel Laurens. Enclosed letters from Bermuda by Captain Tynes. Durham Hall arrived. Wells told him might expect private conveyance soon for other letters. Captain Blake wrote St. George of loss of brig. T. Tucker in Charleston from Augustine. Barnley told him vessel in which St. George to be concerned not purchased. Advises St. George not to set out for France without certainty of commission for expenses. Account of mercantile transactions, sale of salt, insurance, etc. for Henry Tucker and selves. Maurice Simmons proposed sending sloop with salt to Baltimore or North Carolina. President's proclamation prohibiting exportation of salt prevented. Self and babes (Nancy and Henry) well. Repines at loss of greatest blessing (death of wife). Polly (Evans) talks of writing. Discusses insurance and premiums on vessels and disposal of vessel. Whooping cough at Mrs. Stuarts. Heard Captain Tucker intended converting Dispatch into brig. Afraid Bermuda must need provisions. Bro. Henry Tucker sent Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) £50 from New York. Benfield can get nothing done. No person will underwrite on any terms for Virginia. To take T. Savage's £1,500 for St. George 's father (Colonel Henry Tucker) and brother Henry.

I wish you would mention my wish to the Council Board that I would be honored with the command of the State Artillery. I do not wish by any means that it should be understood that I incline by a change of situation in the miitary line to avoid the perils and labors of the continental service. The love of honor and rank are or ought to be the great principles of motion on the breast of a soldier. I stepped forth at the earliest period of the American contest and have since that time been the constant servant of my country. The army marches tomorrow to some centrical spot between Delaware and the North River. I wish with all my soul at this moment Burgoyne may not be in possession of Albany. Good news from France. The French are determined to support the credit of our Continental Currency.

Her friends (Maria Rind's) can by no means object to your being appointed her guardian. Mr. Randolph expects to be at Matoax in a few days so that you may settle matters with him as he has professed himself a friend of Maria's.

Laments loss of sister Elizabeth (Bland) Banister. Pities poor girls (daughters?) They still have father, grandmother, aunt and uncle. Sorry to hear Theodorick Randolph may have dropsy. Intends to have little Bob Banister live with them. Theodorick Bland had one miniature taken for her. Promises more. Pleased to hear Father (Theodorick Bland, Sr.) is courting Mrs. Elizabeth (Randolph) Yates. Could praise this place. Is at delightful house of Mrs. Fields on Delaware River. Theodorick is here on furlough. Visited yesterday at Mrs. Rocheas ? sister of Mrs. Field's. Never saw such quantity of plate. Two of Mrs. Simses' sisters, Miss Hoops, were there. Cole Diggs went to Virginia. He cannot give up Fanny. Advises her to consider well before forming another connection. The man will come in time to make her again happy. The General has Peter P. Thornton in room of poor Johnston. Poor substitute. Friend R K M is well and intolerable impudent. Old Colonel Harrison writes he is in love with her and prays to lose 30 years off his shoulders.

I mentioned to Mr. Beall that through an error of Messrs. Blakes. I had been obliged to give 25 per credit for insurance on the sloop Dispatch.He seemed not to imagine that I had any right to charge you with that sum as he said the settlement was final. I am enclosing the account and hope you will settle it.

Sent him letters from Bermuda by Durham Hall. Had sent by Colonel Laurens more that came with Captain Tynes. Letter from father (Colonel Henry Tucker) by Clems. Congers. One in hands of Messrs. Blakes to be forwarded with this to St. George. Father apprehensive of Dispatch.T. Savage did not choose to underwrite alone. No possibility of getting insurance. Simmons disappointed in bills to make payment for third of Phoenix. Affairs relating to vessel and merchandising. Polly Evans and babes (Nancy and Henry Tucker) well. Perceives George Evans? feels want of liberal education. West Indian and European goods at enormous price here. Stephen Seymour made large profit on cargo of beef, flour, etc. Armed vessels on coast. Frank Morgan came in from unsuccessful cruise. Chased by brig. His brother Charles Morgan may fall in with vessels. Requests copy of profile of dearest Hester (Mrs. Esther (Evans) Tucker). "To the care of the Honble John Page Esqr."

I hear Mr. Howe is off the Virginia capes. If this be the case you may expect us in your part of the world. Morgan with about 1,000 select rifle. Men have marched to our army at Albany, who I have no doubt will soon change the fare of matters in that quarter. The Indians, who are the most terrfic foe in that part will now meet with their matches. I hope when the day of probation arrives our countrymen will approve themselves heroes.

The two armies are now almost in sight of each other. Preparations are making on both sides for a general action. Our whole army consisting of about 20,000 men are drawn up in Battalia. We are determine to conquer or die, tomorrow will probably be the fatal day that may determine the fate of America. The next time you hear of me, I expect to be happy in the arms of victory or in the world of spirits. Our arms are still victories in the northern department. Mr. Burgoyne has lately met with three such severe rubs that have cost him a considerable part of his army, a quantity of baggage cannon, and other military stores. The Indians and disaffected inhabitants are daily deserting him and making their peace with us. I would be happy to have a full account of both public and private affairs in Virginia do exert yourself for the revival of the F.H.C. (Flat Hat Club.)

Had no partaker in her grief. Good Papa (Theodorick Bland, Sr.) has repaired his loss by connection with Mrs. Elizabeth (Randolph) Yates. She is now their mother. Gives her that title with pleasure because of tenderness received. Surrounded by set of errant madcaps. Parted with servant worth £50,000.

We arrived here night before last after an agreeable ride through a fine country. We were bounded on the west by the Blue Ridge. It is certainly fertile country. The inhabitants of this well built little town are Dutch, they carry on all kinds of manufacturing. They delight? in good houses. The houses are of brick and a few of beautiful blue stone which the country here abounds. Here I met with Colonel Lloyd of Annapolis who retreated here. Mr. Izard of South Carolina and his Lady are here. We shall overpower Howe's army with multitudes if he delays his grand stroke a few days.

Has written frequently. Her last letter now in his baggage. In last letter gave opinion of her tutor. Endeavored to get one for her boys. Bad one worse than none. Minds will not want if bodies be invigorated with exercise and manners watched with prudent care. Paltry jargon of schools constitutes smallest part of a gentleman's accomplishment if rightly understood. Patsy (Martha (Dangerfield) Bland) has been near the scene of action. Father (Theodorick Bland, Sr.) happy once more in a domestic companion (Elizabeth (Randolph) Yates Bland). Has written to him, John Banister, Colonel Nathaniel Harrison and Mr. Page. From these and from Patsy she will hear all he knows.

Mr. Howe kept us upon the pad so continually that I have not been able to return you my thanks before this. "You have had an acct. of the Battle of Brandywine, on 11th 7 ber; I need, therefore only mention that though we were forced to leave the Field, the Enemy had little Reason to boast of their Victory; their Loss being 1,500 killed and wounded, whereas ours was only between seven and eight hundred killed, wounded, and taken prisoners. I am happy in informing you that our Arms at the Northward have been victorious: the left wing of General Gates's Army was attacked, on 19th by Burgoyne's and after a very obstinate Engagement the Enemy were forced to quit the Field, with the Loss of one Thousand killed, wounded and taken prisoners. Burgoyne himself wounded in the shoulder and endeavoring to secure a retreat; but it is expected, from what General Gates mentions in his letter, will not be able to effect it. Our loss was only 60 killed, wounded, and missing. About the same time a detachment of the Northern Army, under Colonel Brown, our possession of ye French Lines at Ticonderoga, retook 100 and more of our prisoners, took 293 of the Enemy, with their arms, 200 Balleaus on L. Champlain, including seventeen gun. - boats, and one armed sloop, besides cannon, amunition, and c."

I have not heard from you since you left Carolina. Write me about yourself. I think what a situation I must be in to have my children around the world at this time of calamity.

I wrote to you this morning. I would like to hear from Tommy (Thomas Tudor Tucker) and his tender babes. I am afraid his distress and grief will return his disorder.

Mama's health is affected by her spirits. Brother Harry and his family spent the last fortnight with us and during that time Mama was free from complaints. Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) writes that he has his eyes on a young lady with a fortune of 2,000 per annum.

We seldom have the opportunity of hearing from you or conveying a letter to you. Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) mentions settling in York. This makes my heart heavy although I wish him success. All of your friends here are well.

We are on the verge of famine. Our ports have been closed for more than 6 months and no supplies arrived until a small vessel with about 1,000 bushels of corn. Unless much greater quantities arrives soon, the people will be in want as there was so little expected from the ground owing to a great drought the last summer. The Governor has been applyed to by the people, Council, and Assembly to agree to some way of procuring provisions, but to no purpose. The country sent an address to the King by Mr. Taylor but after several applications was not permitted to a sight of Lord George Germain nor could obtain an answer to the address. Received letters from Natty (Nathaniel Tucker). His plans then were to leave Edinburgh in a fortnight to go to Leyden (Holland) to take a degree. He thought that should he return to America. It would be better than a Scotch degree as he imagines there might be prejudice against those people. Also it would save him a year as he could not take the Edinburgh degree under 3 years. If he should be obliged to return home sooner from Leyden, he intends to go to London to attend the hospitals there for a year and then if he can make it out, return to Edinburgh and finish his studies the 4th year or else upon his leaving London to go and settle in the city of York in England.

Your mamma is much as when your brother left her. I shall say nothing about Captain T.'s voyage except  we are sure you will do what you think best. All we recommend to you is that if he arrives either in Europe or the West Indies, we would have all his cargo lodged for us except what will purchase a load of salt as money in America is of little value to us.

Ere this Patsy (Martha (Dangerfield) Bland) will have soon? visited with her. Has considered the Randolph boys and parted with his chaplain. A worthy man qualified to supervise their education. He is a scholar and a gentleman.

Parted with her good sister-in-law and best of wives (Martha (Dangerfield) Bland). She went to Virginia and self to Bellon ? Thomas Edward's nephew badly wounded and General Francis killed by cannon ball in thigh. Walker Baylor and Matt Smith also wounded. With some difficulty has engaged Thomas Davis as tutor to Randolph boys. Has lived with him a year. He expects to marry and live in Brandon parish. Has imparted to him his own ideas of education. Has not seen Colonel John Banister yet. Has heard that Robert Bolling is in Congress.

I have just returned from an evening in the company of Miss Waller. I was much surprised today to see her going to Church, I thought she was in Brunswick. She shed tears upon hearing the organ. I have been several times with the Miss Stratton, the eldest looks like she is chewing tobacco from her mouth and countenance. I have also seen Miss Ambler.

Pay my share in the partnership of the York company to William Gooseley Esq.

I have hired a wagon to come down and assist you with getting the salt. I have also sent you a load of tobacco, 2 hogsheads. The salt will command £5 per bushel cash. Send orders as to what the wagon is to do when it gets to South Quay ?

An advantageous trade maybe carried on between Charlestown, S.C. and South Quay in this state which induces me to propose a plan for that purpose. Since vessels are more easily procured in Charlestown, it would be better to purchase them there and send them with cargoes to this market. The returns might be made in tobacco. Both vessel and cargo insured in Charlestown. If such a plan be agreeable to you communicate with my brother in Charlestown and Messrs. Blakes and Sawyer, Merchants. These gentlemen will furnish you with money to the amount of £1,000 or £1,200 stg. I am willing to be one half, one third or one fourth concerned in such a scheme. (On back copy of letter to Messrs. Blakes and Sawyer, same date.)

I observed you have paid my draft to Norton and Beall.I have written Mr. Simmons about a plan of trade between Charleston and South Quay in this state, he is to communicate with you. (On back of copy of letter to Messrs. Blakes and Sawyer, same date.)

I wrote you many letters by way of South and North Carolina. We have heard of young Thomas Tucker's being taken, he was fully insured. Old Captain Tucker arrived in North Carolina with 3,000 bushels of salt. We are told salt is worth 4 and 5£ per bushel in Virginia. We are in need of money badly. The payment for the balance of the sloop is due. Doctor Campbell is now settled in the West Indies. He says he wished you would settle in Tobago as the profits of the law are very great. Your brother Harry (Henry Tucker) has another son.

I am sorry you did not detain the vessel to take the remainder of the salt in. I fear it will fall before you get the whole up. I have orders from Mr. Lewis to load his vessel with tobacco. I am at a loss whether to break his orders or not. I am afraid I will disoblige one friend to oblige the other. I propose selling the salt at £5 per bushel and allow the same for the tobacco. Let me know how much salt you have at Smithfield.

I wrote you yesterday by my friend (?) acquainting you of the purchase I made for you since which on my coming up here I have reeived. What in the name of God can become of that son of a bitch Bellamy?  I hear nothing of him.  I propose selling the salt at £5.

Directions with respect to our 1/8 of the cargo of your ship. Advise Mr. Thomas Shore or in case of his absence, Mr. John Ball of Statia immediately upon receipt of the goods. Insure goods from France to M?rtinico. A small boat commanded by one Eastward, arrived at South Quay and a schooner, the Good Intent commanded by Captain Calvert are for sale. I am desirous that both vessels be purchased for our company. Mentioning it to both you and Mr. Braxton.

His letter by Simmons informed of success of Dispatch. Mercantile affairs. Durham Hall taken by Jamaica privateer. Has bought small schooner. Tobacco is 35£, salt 40£. Must ask B's assistance, F.L. having gone to Georgia. Simmons will inquire if boat to be procured. Men of war seen off coast. Knows not how England to continue war except by sea. Boaz Bill brought enclosed letter. (no enclosure.)

I met your brother and he agrees to take a concern in business on the plan proposed. Messrs. Blakes and Sawyers have not yet decided but I think they will have no objection. No vessel in available for sale now. Salt is selling from 7 to 12£ per bushel. Jamaica rum £6, sugar from £80 to £90. On receipt of this purchase 200 hogsheads of tobacco to be sent to South Quay. Tobacco is now from £37 to £40.

"Mrs. Randolph will be much obliged to Mr. Tucker if he will procure her a pair of stays agreeable to inclosed measure; she wishes them to be made of white satin, tabby, or ticken (ticking?). If he should send for the shoes they must be 2 pr of white satin, 1 of blue, 1 of black and 1 of pink."

Please insure a Brig Sally Van for £2,000 and cargo for £2,000 from East River in Virginia to Bordeaux. (Included: copy of letter from John Crockett to Peter Texier, 1778 June 1 ; Rudolph, Tucker, Pringle, Armistead to Peter Texier, 1778 July 10, same to Peter Texier, 1778 September 1; same to Pierre Texier, 1779 October 26; same to Pierre Texier, 1779 March 27).

I wonder where you are. We still have not heard from you or Tommy (Thomas Tudor Tucker). Your brother and his family are all well.

His last letter was by Captain Morgan. Grieves with Tommy (Thomas Tudor Tucker) for death of wife Esther (Evans) Tucker. Mother (Anne (B.) Tucker) lost spectacles and cannot write. Provisions are near and dear. Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) wrote from Scotland that he would be in London in October. Brother Harry Tucker has new son. Cousin Betty Daniel has son. Cousin Tudor H. and Robert T. married.

Yesterday I received letters from Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) dated August at Rotterdam and September at Leyden and Amsterdam. He had taken his degree of Physic. Was very well much pleased with his jaunt. Was to set out the next day for Brussels and then to Calais to return to England and expected to be in London by October 1. Write him a letter to be left at the Carolina Coffee House. We have heard nothing from Tommy (Thomas Tudor Tucker).

We understand that the Brig Dispatch has arrived in North Carolina with a load of salt. We hope you pursued the plan of loading her with tobacco for France. On the arrival of the Dispatch in France, we would recommend a load of salt to be purchased not exceeding 400£ stg. With respect to insurance. we would recomment 1,000£ stg. to cover the general account to France.

Copy of letter dated 1777 December 14.

Eight poems to Stella - inscribed on 1779 December 25, to "Mrs. Frances Tucker.  The subject of the preceeding poems.  A Memento, from her ever affectionate  The Writer." 1-On Absence... 1777 December 15, .  8 verses. 2-To Stella... soon after the preceeding.  3 verses. 3-To Miss E.T... about the same time.  6 verses. 4-To Stella-On seeing a Pincushion...made by her... 1778 February 8, .  42 lines. 5-On setting out on a visit to Stella, 1778 May 3, .  4 verses. 6-Motto on ornamental papers which surround a bridal cake - 1778 September 23, .  1 verse. 7. Verses to Stella, on the Day of our marriage ...  1 verse. 8. To Stella... 1779. Xtmas (Christmas? Day "  5 verses.

Captain Bonner arrived here after his vessel the Commerce was disabled on the American coast. I furnished him with provisions to continue on his voyage. He put the most valuable materials in my care. Have disposed of the salt. (Copy of Letter.)

Interrupted commerce and intercourse with continent prevented writing. Prudent to leave politics alone on paper. Removal of vessels of war from guarding coast gave opportunity of obtaining supplies. Writes by Captain John Tucker in sloop Sweep in which self has quarter interest. Carries 3,000 bushels salt. Fears trouble from blunders in bills taken for freight.

His inconsistency of conduct is proof of his love. Had sworn he would never give a lady the power of laughing at the extravagancies of the passion, but now he breaks his oath. Sends enclosed rhyme as testimony of impossiblity of feeling a passion without uttering it. Poem not present.

Self is at friend Leigh's and has been waiting for Tucker. Self also wanted Tucker to accompany him to Beverly Randolph's. Self doesn't know what he wants: Williamsburg, Petersburg, the Mountains. Self has lost his heart and all his own resolutions. Self swears he will be more of a philosopher. Laura's presence in the neighborhood has produced self's melancholy. She does not care for him. Self's reason for not visitng Tucker. "Wish'd much to have ? at Shirley, but ? not" Going to Colonel Carey's today. Will see Doctor Hall upon self's return. Shall know Stella better as Mrs. T. Apologizes for pen.

The distress which I was last night witness to has made an impression which I fear can never be removed from my mind. If you can find but the smallest seed of love in your breast, let me cherish it till I have reared the tender plant. I have obtained a promise of your hand yet dare not hope to possess it.

I know not what cause my spirits have been low during the whole evening. When I am melancholy, I turn to my pen for consolation. If you would give me this consolation, I would not have to turn to my pen.

In obedience to your desire I am now preparing to leave you, but find it impossible for me at the same time to suppress the desire I have that you should be acquainted with the sensations which such an event produces in my breast. I know that my only chance of gaining your affection is by embracing every opportunity of convincing you that you have nothing to dread by uniting your happiness with mine.

It is a severe struggle that I prevail on myself to remain so near to you without seeing you. The bare satisfaction of beholding you is a pleasure which my heart now pants after. I leave you without the smallest hope of seeing you again for many a tedious day.

This is to let you know that you are not a moment from my thoughts nor ever cease to be the object of my tenderest wishes. I send a toy for each of the boys and one for Polly.

Feels confidence in writing to her on a subject which usually makes a man ridiculous. Knows it will be difficult for her, who has once been pleased, to be pleased again. Looks forward to next meeting with pleasure and apprehension. Would wish to disobey her only if she ordered him not to love her. Entreats her favourable sentiments.

I am glad our scheme meets with yours and my Brother's approbation. With respect to your proposal as to the purchase of the quanitity of 200 or more hogsheads of tobacco on speculation. I am convinced it will answer extremely well, but as I have extent I shall make the purchase for your sole acct. account? I propose to send a waggon to Charlestown for some linens.

I am sending a wagon for a cargo of linens and other articles that are much wanted here. I have wrote to hom? to supply you with £6,000 Virginia Currency. Send linens, a few pieces of cambrick, some coarse woolens, all the knives, forks, and pins you can get. It will take the wagon a fortnight. Should the scarcity of these articles render the purchase unadvisable, purchase brown sugars to be sent by eater.

I have just received the enclosed. Please comply with its contents. If you are able to get back from the Hampton Purchasers I will willingly advance money to fit her out with a load of provisions.

I communicated the scheme as you advised, to Mr. Jameson and General Nelson both of whom expressed the greatest willingness to be parties. I have my doubts about carrying the scheme into execution soon. I have inquired about proper vessels. All agreed there was no chance of getting them unless by contract with the builders. They are fully employed and at most exorbitant rates. It would be probably four months before we could get it built.

I am sorry it is not in my power to procure craft to get your tobacco down. Agreeable to your orders the remainder of the salt was taken for the use of the country. I shall see Roan and get him to take a load down. I hope I can get some wagons for you to go to South Carolina. I do not have money enough for Mr. Cowpers draft at present.

Has fate determined that I shall never see you? I value not the life you have given after escaping the cruel chances of war. I was looking forward to seeing you after almost three years. On back a note from R. Andrews.)

Thank you for your services rendered to Captain Bonner. If the Brig is seized, buy her in on our account. An embargo on salted provisions will go into effect before the end of February. (Copy of Letter.) Included copies of letters from Wills and John Cowper to Henry Tucker, 1778 December 7 and 1779 August 4. Original filed January 31, 1778.

Written in French.

I have purchased upward of 100 hogsheads of tobacco on your account. The scarcity of craft and obstruction from the Men of War in Hampton Road, are likely to cause a very tedious and laborious affair. I hope you have been able to purchase a vessel. St. George Tucker, Jr. will give you this. He is going to Charlestown to take charge of whatever goods my Brother might have purchased. On back copy of a letter to Doctor Thomas Tudor Tucker.

I have directed Mr. Simmons to supply to the amount of £8,000. I shall interest our Cousin St. George in this adventure to the amount of £500. I have given St. George a separate memo of some things to be sent on my own separate account. (On back of a copy of the letter sent to Maurice Simmons, same date.)

I wished for an opportunity of seeing you in order to have fallen upon some probable means of getting your brig dispatched. I was astonished to find her still in this country. I am persuaded there will be no chance of her getting out until next winter as I have good reason to believe Ocracoke Inlet will be shut up in a short time.

Notebook of accounts. 23 pages of manuscript entries.

It is not in my power to procure craft to take any tobacco down for you. The wagons have not set off for Carolina yet. They have been repairing them. I have ordered them to call at Petersburg for their load.

Comments of self's and Tucker's affairs of heart. Mentions Tucker's widow (Frances Bland Randolph). Knows Laura was much interested in his happiness. Self thinks Laura the most finest woman in the world. James is going to York to attend Jenny B. under innoculation.

Has remained near her for three days without seeing her, in obedience to her request. Is not happy at being prohibited from attaining her affection. Implores a smile of approbation from her.

I have been appointed to act in behalf of Messrs. Van Bibber and Crockett for the fitting and loading the Brig Sally Van now in the East River. I have purchased rigging, provisions, and tobacco to the amount of £4,000. I was informed that you own 1/4 part, I have drawn on you for £1,500.

I received your order on Colonel Aylett you might as well not have sent it for the good it will do. The amount of your tobacco comes to £2,454-2-6. I have left the invoice with Wills Cowper. (Answer to Vaughan's letter on same page, 1778 March 21).

Received his letter by Hammond. No news worth communicating. Stories of Parliament's alarm are believable, peace may be outcome. Or may be merely to lull country into security. Advises Tucker to persevere in business of such moment.

Sorry to hear he hasn't further advanced. Sees as a strange situation. Cannot understand what keeps him in "Clouds of Darkness." Acquaintances tell what Brown required in a husband. Characteristics fit Tucker. Laura still in York but returns today. Self believes will be indifferent to Laura soon. Makes resolution to bid Laura adieu. House of Commons debates arrive in town. Commons voted, 20,000 men for next campaign.

We shall in a few days draw upon you in favor of Mr. John Hawkins for the sum of one thousands pounds. We wish to receive the balance when convenient for the tobacco sold you at £45 per hogshead. (Tucker's answer on same page, 1778 March 20)

I was informed by Mr. Hylton that you had drawn an order on him for seven hundred pounds on my account which he had declined paying until he saw me. I am sorry you did not show me your account for the sum in Suffolk as I am sorry you met with this dispute.

I request that you adjust my affairs with Wills Cowper when he comes up. First pay off my order in his favor for 200£. Pay him for eleven hogsheads of tobacco. If you can oblige me by disposing of 70 hogsheads of tobacco.

Duties of Congress and incommodious lodging makes it impossible to write. Strong attachment to friends at Matoax. Approaching campaign will be great. English pertinacious in conquest of America. Voted reinforcement of 20,000 soldiers. King has dictatorial powers in requiring supplies. Will write the girls. Asks about Martha Hall. Regrets being absent. Mr. Penn has called for this letter. Respects to Mr. and Mrs. Buchanan and Mr. Leigh.

At the time I purchased the tobacco of you and Mr. Beall informed me. I might make the payment when convenient to me. From the engagements I have on hand, I apprehend it will not be in my power to answer your draft immediately. (On letter from Norton and Beall, 1778 March 18.)

I am sorry to find that you were disappointed receiving the money, I drew on Colonel? Aylett. I presumed that some person in Williamsburg would transact his business in his absence. The money was a draft upon an account which was settled by Act of Assembly. Mr. George Elliot will give you the money. (On letter from Vaughan to Tucker, 1778 March 13.)

£6,000 (the money you asked me to give your Brother is ready for him). I purpose sending a vessel to South Quay for the tobacco.

Messrs. Van Bibber and Crockett have drawn in my favor on you for £1,500 saying that you owned one forth of the Brig Sally Van.I desired the payment be made to Mr. Randolph who owns one half. Thinks he has fully advanced his proportion. I am now in advance near £1,000 exclusive your order. I have not received any cash or instructions from the owners how to act. There is not a sufficient quantity of tobacco purchased yet.

In the midst of this mighty struggle for glory, dominion, and liberty, poor little Bermuda has observed a strict neutrality. This was the most difficult poltical maneuver that could be attempted. The lives of fourteen thousand souls have been saved by it. Captain Edward Hinson has some money in the states of South Carolina and Virginia which he wishes to get collected together and deposited in the best and safest public fund. I have recommended you as a fit person.

By recommendation of my friend George Bascome, I now send you a letter of Attorney and beg you will please call upon Mr. John Dalton at Alexandria for £794 Virginia currency and James Muir for £76. When this money is collected, you will please put it in a safe fund for the benefit of the owners of the sloop, Earl of Chatham of which I have the command.

Thanks her for her commission and shall faithfully execute it. Her note by Syphax delighted him. Declares his love. Love and death make all men equal. Tom Davis is in the room, writing to his Betsey. Hopes self does not come on a fool's errand tomorrow.

His heart, which has best with rapturous emotions whenever he thought of her, is now unspeakably happy at her tender returns. Will never prove ungrateful for the favor.

Requests cost of making ship in his state. Gives dimensions. Encloses order on Messrs. Singleton, Plume, and White (not enclosed.)

Encloses invoice of such articles as could get for him and friends. Enormous prices. Made bad bargain with tobacco, selling it at 45£ per ct. Price rose to 60£ in few days. To write more fully by St. George. Wishes him success and felicity.

Is happy in writing to her. Friend Colonel Innes and his Betsey stole a wedding in Cumberland with only the Randolphville family there and ?. Cocke forgave them, but whole plan was discovered to be an April Fool's joke by Laura (Anne Blair Banister ?) Shall set out for Norfolk today.

I have been prevented by some trifling accident from leaving town as soon as I expected. While I consider your happiness as the only pledge of my own, I cannot be indifferent to any circumstance which has a tendency to contribute toward it or undermine it. I request you to endeavor to render the idea of a new parent familar to the children.

France and Spain seem to be at a stand as to an interference with America's quarrel for her just rights. Indeed I never expected any assistance from them. The Americans are doomed to stand another campaign unaided by any force, but that which should be derived from their own heroism and virtue. Ill judging ambition and the lust of gain has induced our fellow subjects beyond the Atlantic to rob us of possessions which had they but been wise and contented, we cultivated for their use. Inform Mr. Osborne if you take one sixth of my share in the commercial scheme, if so pay him 250£ for Colonel B. Harrrison of Brandon and he will give you a receipt for 100£ as stock and the 150£ as you can tell him Mr. Adams arrived this day and our state is represented.

Thank you for your kindness which was shown to us while we were up the country. I hope you, the girls, and Miss Patty can visit us on the Eastern Shore this summer. This place has been lately almost as gay as Appomattox. Since we arrived there have been five or six private dances and the young gentlemen of Northampton gave an elegant ball to welcome us home.

Captain Richard Somarsal who is here in a schooner, I have spoke to him about shipping tobacco in his vessel on freight. I shall endeavor to render him any service in my power in disposing of his cargo. I am enclosing you a memo of some articles that I need, please ship them to me by Captain Darrel.

Will not be free of arduous jaunts this summer. A moment with her is worth an age absent from her. When he is with her, Father Time should break his glass and the distinction of days and hours be forgotten. Goes to Edenton tomorrow.

Occasion of asking Mrs. Randolph about poetry self loaned her provides Colonel Nicholas with opportunity of getting acquainted. He despaired of introduction. Knows she has been too busy with realities to be concerned with poetry of dreams. Impossible to obey her summons by St. George Tucker. Love to sister Bland if she is with her and to Miss Banister.

This intended by St. George Tucker who returns tomorrow. Can see by price of articles in wagons, money becoming less valuable here. No variety of goods. They lost selling tobacco at 45£. Price rose to 60£. T. Savage purchaser. Will share losses incurred by wagons with St. George. Business transactions with H. Hinson and Simons. Thanks him for favors and offers. Received £385.4.4 Doctor Archibald Campbell desired Hinson to deposit in own hands for St. George. Insured G. Gibbs for £12,000 at 40%. Takes notice of subject of his changing his condition of life approaching marriage to Mrs. Frances (Bland) Randolph. Considers objection raised by particular circumstances as relating chiefly to man's own fancy. Babes (Nancy and Henry Tucker) hearty. Polly Evans and George Evans? desire to be remembered to him.

Is delighted with choice he has made. Had he not met her, he would have been gone from this country. First he only wished he could hope that she might love him. Then he had to be certain. No after their hearts are happy in union, he can no longer live under the restraint she puts on him when in her presence. He hopes for a union as soon as possible. Has sent to West Indies for articles she wished.

The enclosed will inform you fully of a very important measure the British Parliament have no doubt adopted through the recommendation of Lord North, as the bill was ushered into the House of Commons by a long explanation speech of his. It seems the British court has begun to think of the bloody business they are engaged in. We have hopes that their next proposal will be a treaty with the admission of independence, for as Lord North justly observes, independence with the friendship of America is one thing, but her independence and alliance with the enemies of Britain is another. And how different in their effects. Mr. Banister presents to his friend a brother delegate, Mr. Harnet.

We have written you relative to our joint affairs that you not let any money you may have of ours be idle. Buy a vessel from St. Eustatia. That Lord Chatham is at the head of the British Ministry and that all the obnoxious acts relative to America are to be immediately repealed. It is also said that Lord and General Howe are recalled and that they are to be succeeded by Admiral Kepple and General Clinton. We have a further account that Mr. Franklin had contracted with the Farmers General of France on behalf of the Virginians to supply them with 10,000 hogsheads of tobacco annually which is to be paid for in goods from France and the tobacco to be sent in French ships. This contract to be complied with before any other tobacco is permitted to be shipped. If this is so, it will greatly hurt the private traders. Your mamma is sick in town.

I shall be extremely oblige to you to cause one hundred pounds Virginia currency to be insured upon the Brig Catherine as my own private adventure.

His letters to her are all similar. His emotions are always the same. Three weeks since he left her. Must be here 10 or 14 days more. Wrote before by Mr. Elliott. Hopes she will teach her children to love him.

I have directed Captain William Sargeant of the Brigantine Dispatch to apply to you to assist him in the disposal of his cargo. I have directed him to lodge the balance of my part in your hands. I shall ask you to invest 400£ in the articles mentioned, which you will ship on the Brig. Autograph (Tucker to same, 1778 April 27, on same page.)

You will proceed from hence with the first fair wind in the Brigantine Dispatch under your command to the Port of Bordeaux in France and apply to Messrs. Samuel and John H. Delap. Mr. Delap will furnish you with some articles on account of myself and others. On your arrival advertise your vessel for freight and take what ever you can obtain in light and valuable articles. Also furnish yourself with 8 double fortified carriage guns. I leave it altogether in your own discretion which place you will land on the coast of America on your return.

I am remitting to you the balance of the proceeds of the cargo of the Brig Dispatch. Should like for you to advise my Brother, Nathaniel Tucker of the receipt of the remittance and furnish him with whatever money he any ask. If Mr. John Didsbury applies to you for payment, please furnish him.

Since closing my letter yesterday, I have been informed that an insurance may probably be made in France on the Brig Dispatch and cargo. Draw on Mr. John Strettel for the amount of the premium on 1,000£, which will cover the Brig and cargo from Bordeaux to any safe port in America. (On same letter of date, 1778 April 26, Tucker to same.)

I promised Miss Bowdoin I would deliver the enclosed letter myself, but I cannot do this. Miss Bowdoin presents her love to the Misses Banisters and other friends at Appamattox. Mr. J. Bowdoin will be over in a day or two on the Assembly so that his friends at Appomattox may expect him.

I received your invoice which I will take. I hunted for you yesterday before I went to Wyanoke (Weyanoke?) I was hurried down there on learning a person had pushed off to get the start of me in purchasing linen, broad cloth and hats. Articles you know I want. I made the purchase and expect to leave for Suffolk tomorrow.

Mr. Prentis has just returned from the East and brings an account that Betsy has allured her intentions respecting me and become a thorough convert to her relations' opinions. I set off to see her tomorrow.

I waited upon Booker respecting the chariot for your friend in Charles Town. He thinks that if Livery lace could be procured, he might be able to finish it about December next, the price £500. I hope to get away tomorrow, but knowing the lifeless Eastern Shore Creatures it may be six or eight days. Should my Eliza have allured her sentiments, I fancy I shall attend General Nelson to the Northward.

The weights of the tobacco you shipped aboard the Brig from the list you gave me do not correspond in one single instance. I therefore suggest you furnish me with a copy of the text of the whole tobacco.

It is now about 18 months since you left us and it seems like many years. I hope I will have the happiness of seeing you again. I have been in St. George for 3 months and plan to go to Port Royal within a few days.

We shall be perfectly satisfied with whatever you do. I heard the Adelphi arrived. I hope the consessions made by the British Parliament will be looked upon as a sufficient foundation for a negotiation, but I have my doubts and fears that what would have satsified the Americans 18 months past will not do now. Tho' I yet hope that the terms offered will be such that both sides can accept them with honor for I shall always be of opinon that it is for the interest of both countries to be in union.

Your plan with the Adelphi pleases both my Father and myself. The manner in which you have employed the surplus of the Brig's cargo of salt is agreeable to us. Natty's (Nathaniel Tucker) supplies also depend entirely upon her. People are making their fortune at the West End from a Spanish ship which was cast away here, the salvage will be 40 or 50,000 £. My mother has been with us here for over four months. The children are fine.

Enclosed is an invoice and bill of lading of ten hogsheads of tobacco shipped to your address on my account. Give me credit for 1/2 the net proceeds, the other half to be paid as freight. Please invest the net in the articles mentioned.

I had engaged more than a 100 hogsheads of tobacco on your account. If my Brother has not drawn on you to the amount mentioned, please remit the account for the 200 hogsheads to me in Continental Bills or bills of exchange. I now find that my Brother drew £10,000. The conclusion that I have drawn from your silence is that you choose not to adventure any further. I have engaged Mr. Peyton Randolph's crop of tobacco for you, but since smallpox broke out, it will be some time before the tobacco can be inspected.

On receipt of this, we hope you will send us full payment for the amount due us on tobacco we sold you at Smithfield. For some time we have been in great want of money.

Hammond ignorant whether Tucker is at Yates' or at Leigh's. Knows Tucker must have life of pain as long as Mrs. Frances (Bland) Randolph remains where she is. His Eliza should not be criticized for devotion to her mother. Asks him to bring Benjamin Leigh with him.

Captain Darrel who has arrived tells me the Dispatch sailed. Your place of landing the Adelphi's cargo we approve, but be on guard about selling it. We don't think the Adelphi can be ready to sail in less than 3 or 4 months. Captain Thomas Tucker arrived and called on me and presented your draft for his wages. He is leaving the vessel, I think. You should have paid both his and the Negroes wages in North Carolina.

Thanks for the letter by Mr. Davis. Hopes to see her with Fanny ? on Eastern Shore. Congratulates on engagement with the worthy Mr. St. George Tucker. Hopes he will attend to her and Patty (Martha?) Hall. Hopes Colonel John Banister will be one of party. Peggy intends to return to western shore. Spring makes crossing of bay more dangerous. Mamma sends respects to her family. To the girls and to Patty Hall. Wife of Samuel Smith McCroskey, November 24, 1780?.

The report from the West Indies is that Great Britain is at war with France and Spain. You will give directions to whoever goes in the Adelphi, in case he can't send the proceeds of his cargo to London to remit it to Mr. John Hodshon merchant at Amsterdam to be sent to Mr. John Strettell in London. It will be a disappointment to us if the money is detained.

Expected to have heard from him since return of namesake St. George Tucker. Enclosed letters from Bermuda received by Durham Hall and J. Conyers. Sending Adelphia's register which was taken away by Goodrich. Insured £12,000 on her. Directed schooner Nancy, Thomas Langdon, sent to South Quay, Bermuda with salt. To take flour or tobacco for this place. Price of flour, dry goods fallen 50%. Congratulates on event to give him greatest blessing in human life (marriage to Mrs. Frances (Bland) Randolph). Miss (Polly) Evans, George (Evans?) etc. desire to be remembered. Hears mother (Mrs. Anne (Butterfield) Tucker) hearty.

I have arrived safely here. I am sending you a piece of fine linen which will be delivered to Christopher Calvert for your account. Please carry the amount of it to my credit.

I have received none of your favors. I request that you will deliver to the order of my friend, Jos. Atkisson, 100 hogsheads of tobacco at South Quay.

I am sorry that a number of unexpected disappointments have prevented my furnishing you with the amount of the tobacco. I made an offer of the tobacco to J. H. Norton at South Quay at the same price. When Mr. Anderson presented your letter, I would have made payment to him in tobacco either at Manchester or Petersburg, but he said it did not suit him. I am expecting a considerable sum of money and will settle the affair at my earliest opportunity.

We have sold your tobacco to Mr. John Can. He has made payment and we hope you will as soon as possible furnish us with an invoice.

The within is a statement of your part of the Brig Sally Van. Balance due £1,255-6-3. Please pay to Mr. John Pringle. The Brig will be ready to sail in 18 days.

We have received a letter from Peter Texier of Bordeaux. He affected insurance on the Brig Sally Van and cargo to the amount of 48,000 livres.

This is bare acknowledgement of favor by Colonel Nicholas. Congratulations on recovery of her and her family from smallpox. enclosing sprigs to Miss Banister. Collected from friends. Own at Fluvanna. Approves her determinations concerning a "guide" (St. George Tucker).

A train of business which post day has thrown on my hands prevents my saying ten thousand things. Your friends miss you here. Come here soon.

Thought he must have been mollified by company and conversation of the "brown one" which left him a little irritable. Tortured self's letter into a meaning foreign to his heart. Complaint of Tucker's change into a merchant is based on his silence on a matter which concerned self. Tucker dropped hint of furture happiness in previous letters. Disappointed in not hearing of "that score." Is indebted for the Linen. Self exposed the Linen to sale which thought would have been advised. Gratitude for what changes were made to the Linen to make sale. Found William Cocke to blame for not taking the pieces intended for him which were sent to self. "I now wait your orders." Self mislaid "Kind of Mediator" as a thing of "little consequence." Believes Tucker could not have found anything in the letter unworthy of friendship which self hopes will continue. Asks him to come to Town. Self is home. Tucker insists Linen be returned. Asks if Tucker could sustain a loss on self's account. Would not have mentioned but repeated in Tucker's second letter. Tucker's generosity is not friendly (possibly out of duty).

Rejoices at recovery of pretty cousin ? Tucker shall have the Green Creek tract for sum he proposes. Five years was time self set for payment. Hears Innes is to be married. Patsy (wife, Martha (Cocke) Randolph) thanks him for combs.

Enclosed is Colonel Simon's directions for my receiving one hundred hogsheads of tobacco from you at South Quay. Please deliver to the bearer John Williamson 60 hogsheads of said tobacco.

Scarcity of ink prevents her saying more than that Hammond's appearance alarmed her much. Nothing can compose her fright except his (St. George Tucker) protestations of love. Jack (John Randolph of Roanoke) says God bless his papa. Polly and other girls plague her with best wishes for him.

I hope you have received my letter and with it the bills from Messrs. Samuel and J. H. Delap for the proceeds of the Brig Dispatch. I hope you will receive bills of exchange from Peter Texier for 1/4 part of the proceeds for the Brig Sally Van. If the Brig should be taken or lost at sea, I have directed Mr. Texier to remit to you the amount of the insurance.

If it's possible to raise the sum you requested by the sale of salt, it shall be done. I shall try to obtain it on Monday. I have not received the notes from Peyton. The price of tobacco here is £4 and warehouse expenses.

Congratulations on recovery from smallpox. Find Mrs. Munford's letter to daughter. Best wishes to niece and man she is to marry St. George Tucker. Betsy Munford presents her love to P? Banister and says she is not entirely pleased with her. Leaves her to guess reason.

Mr. Baker tells me you have recovered. Mr. Rose tells me Betsy has written Mrs. Randolph. I am anxious to hear whether she has mentioned me. I am setting off for my Mother's returning tomorrow week to meet Eliza.

I arrived safely in this part the 7th of last month after a fine passage of 31 days. Our cargo will bring 105 livres certain. I even hope when it is sold it will bring more.

Please dispose of the Sally Van's cargo. 1/16 of the Sally Van has been sold to Henry Sheaff of Baltimore.

Cannot resist virtuous solicitations of man she loves. Has not stood on punctilio of his writing first. Let not her wishes to see him shorten his stay in town which is necessary to his health. When he left she had nothing of value but a hair from his head. It has been  her constant companion. Her sweet boys love him dearly.

The articles arrived safely. Enclosed is a list of sundry articles to be sent on my own account and risk.

Due to excessive heat is sending Hammond to Rosewell and requests Page to send Perrianger to Capitol Landing for self as he proposes spending a few days with the Pages. Accounts of French Fleet having reached New York in safety. Will know more tomorrow.

Tucker purchased 40 hogsheads of tobacco from Norton and Beall at Smithfield. Samuel Beall bargained to take the tobacco off his hand in consideration of 200£. Tucker is to make payment to him for the balance in a month from this date.

Must go to Alexandria before he can see her again. Overjoyed at remembrance he received at Curles from her. Delivered Fanny's messages to Mrs. Row ? Mr. Duncan will deliver his own. Miss Blair will call for her gown and direct the making of it. Hears rumors she and self will be married on August 6 or October 22. Patty Hall must be happy with her I.G.K.

Wrote lately by Bule. Adds line by Captain Milligen. Mother (Mrs. Anne (Butterfield) Tucker) better. His intention of marrying not secret in Bermuda. Advises him to get over reluctance and make known to friends. Father seemed chagrined at St. George's selling sloop. Own last loss cut off resource which would have set him to rights. Better sell bills here at 5 for one. Sale of salt should help. American currency in time to equal gold and silver. Regards to intended sister. Miss Polly Evans and George Evans ? desire to be remembered to him.

Circumstances and bad weather delay him. Compares love and friendship. Love tempered by reason is best. Mrs. Page asked about her and has promised to be a witness to the ceremony. He told her the time it would take place. Inquires about the boys.

Ever since you became enarmoured with the bewitching Brunella, you have dropped your correspondence with me. The Matoaxians are almost dying to behold you. A deluge of letters has poured down on me and I have been writing until I cannot straighten my fingers.

Captain Falkner delivered her favor of 24th inst? grateful for honors. Delighted to deliver enclosed note to lady for whom it is intended. Her kindness in inviting Miss ? to her house at ? is unparalleled. Shall be pleased to dance with a cousin of his cousin's. Writes in parables for fear of accidents. The lady is at Rosewell. Will deliver note in person. Mr. Rose will send up her case of pickles. Regards to Miss Banister, Miss Hall, Mrs. Buchanan, Miss Ward, Mrs. Murray.

Mr. Pringle desires me to inform you that there is a letter for you in Williamsburg sent by Mr. Vanbibber advising the insurance on the Sally Van at 90,000 livres.

I inform you the Brig went safely out of the Capes having on board between 270 and 280 hogsheads of tobacco.

Written in French. Copy of Letter.

As the Sally Van sailed from Virginia without my directions, I must request you to have her exposed to sale in Bordeaux and my part of the proceeds lodged in the hands of Mr. Peter Texier.

I have purchased one fourth part of the Brig Sally Van. She sailed from the East River about three weeks ago. Dispose of her cargo in this way. On her arrival there, put her up to sale or at least my fourth part of her. Please remit the net proceeds of my part to Mr. John Strettel merchant in London.

Thank you for your note by Major Faulkner. Not an inch of blonde edging or gauze in this magnificient city. Miss Cocke expects a small cargo soon. Patent is not is not to be had at any rate. Miss Davenport's business will be completed by Saturday next. She fears she will not be able to reserve enough satin to make a pair of shoes.

I am sorry you met with difficulty with Mr. Hylton. I cannot see the least difference it can make to the estate, when you are agreeable to allow the same interest and give them security. I have procured £500 for you.

I have written you many times, but can never receive a line from you. Please let me know what you know about Tommy (Thomas Tudor Tucker). The family here are all well.

Arrival of Hammond broke her suspense of eight days. His (St. George Tucker) and (Anne Blair Banister) letters convinced her his situation was worse. F. Banister will meet him at the hundred to take him to Matoax. Hammond returns tomorrow Appreciates Mrs. Eppes' care of him. James Madison has been at Glebe a week. Sends a letter from him (lacking).

I hope I am free from my illness, having had no fever since Monday night. I rode out yesterday in Mr. Eppes' chariot for the first time. If you can send your chariot to meet me tomorrow afternoon at the Hundred. I shall be able to journey to Matoax.

Thank you for your affectionate letter. It afforded me satisfaction. My eyes are so weak I cannot write.

Having received a letter of attorney from Captain Edward Hinson of Bermuda to collect certain moneys lodged by him in the hands of different persons in this state, and being advised by him that he left the sum of £794 in your hands. Please pay St. George Tucker, Jr. the money. (On same page letters, Tucker to Peyton Randolph, and James Muir same date.)

I will be unable to visit you tomorrow. I need a friend's assistance. My most respectful compliments to your Venus.

The request made in your favor shall be complied with. I would have drawn the bills but your letter did not come until I was setting off home.

By direction of Mr. John Pringle I am to call on you for £900. Please send me the above sum or good tobacco.

I purchased at public auction the Brig Commerce for 120£. A considerable sum will be required to make her fit for sea. The Brig would make an excellent lumber vessel. Including copies of letters from Henry Tucker to Messrs. Scott Irwin and Cowpers, 1778 October 23, Messrs. Wills Cowper and Co., 1779 February 15, 1779 June 8, 1780 April 10. Mr. Wills Cowper, 1781 December 12.

How much are you to be envied in a fair way to possess the very object your soul holds the most dear. Tomorrow I go to Camp at the White Plains, on business delegated by Congress. This will be a pleasing jaunt after a long confinement in this hot place. In the spring every department of the army was distressed, our sucess doubtful, the enemy near us with a powerful and well appointed army. Our's small, naked, unprovided. The alliance with France not expected, the continental money sinking in value, the army liable to attack. In this extremity a new Quarter Master was appointed. The army had been in eminent danger several times of starving. In May we received the joyful account of the treaty of alliance with France, this gave life and animation to everything. Supplies became certain, discipline began to prevail, the French fleet arrived under the command of Count D'Estaing.

I am sending you Captain Sargeant's receipt for 12 hogsheads of claret. Ten of which you will please sell to my best advantage and invest the produce in continental paper and remit it to Silas Deane for my account. The wine is of my own making at a vineyard I farm near this place, 'tis of 1775 year's vintage. I am thinking of sending something by Captain Cox. Please dispose of it in the same way.

Please send him the weights of the four hogsheads of tobacco Tucker has of Colonel Richard Randolph.

Obliged to Stella (Frances (Bland) Randolph Tucker) for favor of yesterday. Miss Cocke has procured lace for cap, and gauze. If handsome, will buy at any price. Will send suit by Fanny's servant if possible. If not, will take it with her on visit to Mrs. Farley next week where Fanny can examine it before celebration of 24th September birthday, and marriage on 1778 September 23. Miss Davenport's business finished and hopes it will please. Knows she desired a stomacher. Shoemakers here are intolerably lazy. Will return calamancoes as they were sent. On behalf of self and Elizabeth Cocke, thanks for honor she intends on anniversary of birth. They shall attend. Betsy must decline. Will explain why later. Miss Balfour is her guest. Wishes for their (Frances and St. George Tucker) happiness. Will settle money matters at Matoax.

We have before us your Esteem'd favours of the 26 & 27 April ... 15 Ankers of Cognac Brandy, 1 H.head of Claret, 1 Cask of Loaf Sugar

I made my application to Mr. Eppes, and he is willing to let you have the money provided Mr. Waller will not receive it for Messrs. Hanburys. I am certain Mr. Waller has no power to receive it. I believe you had better ride down to Mr. Eppes' and settle with him. I have applied to our company for my own balance. Should you get the money, I will join you in the bond.

The letter you wrote my sisters and self with an account of your intended marriage, and a description of our new sister was received about ten months after the date, gave us great satisfaction. Papa sailed for England the 16 fo last month, I regret the necessity of his leaving, but his earnest desire of serving his country was felt. He was chosen and applied to by the people to represent their situation. What do you think of Natty's (Nathaniel Tucker) settling in England?

I apologize for not settling the balance due you, but I could not receive any money. I wrote Mr. John Taylor of Smithfield to let you have the tobacco remaining in store with him. As soon as I receive payment from persons who owe me money, I will make you a payment.

If you will wait until I receive a sum of money from Philadelphia, I will take your bill on Charles Town for between 2 and 3 thousand pounds.

Send this by Syphax. Has had gout. Patty (wife, Martha (Cocke) Randolph) wishes to have ladies' silk shoes made in Petersburg. Great losses recently. Asks Tucker to buy 2 or 3 grog tumblers and put them in his chain box.

I shall be glad to hear of the Dispatch's safe arrival. Your friend Daniel Hunt made his exit about a month past. I need not tell you that his irregularities hastened his end. I suppose we shall have an Attorney General from England, but I am told George Bascome is trying to solicit the appointment. Your sister is in the way of increasing the family.

Is suffering from fever. Will see Daniel Hylton here tomorrow. Will set out soon and reach Battersea on Friday. Will stay there as it is too inconvenient at Matoax. Miss (Anne) Blair is at Nestings ? Parted with her this morning.

Hammond's appearance made more shocking by potent draughts taken on the way. Was unkind of her to send him back without answer. Prevented by uncertainty of his getting it. Received by post the enclosed letters. Opened one to see if it should be forwarded immediately. Entreats him to be careful of health and return to Battersea or Matoax to receive care.

I hope you will shortly be in cash. Mr. William Reynolds stands indebted to Mr. John Holloway which he wishes paid immediately, if you can with convenience pay him £70.13.8 and advise Mr. Reynolds. I shall have £600 to pay Mr. Masden of Richmond.

Enclosing Captain Wetmonts receipt for rum. Please dispose of it to my best advantage and return the proceeds to Mr. David Anderson.

Complains of the press of business affairs which has prevented him from writing. Unable to obtain cashmere cloth so is sending flannel instead. A bale of goods damaged at sea. Colonel Banister intends setting out for Battersea.

Miss Cocke promised to finish your suit a week before I left the city, but late Saturday evening she said it would not be ready until late on Monday. This was the day I was leaving and was to be met in Mrs. Farley's chariot. I consigned my charge to my friend E. Cocke. The suit is finished and she is sending it by Mr. Harrison. Mrs. Farley sent to the Forrest yesterday to carry Mr. Tucker his letters and enquire about him.

The bearer brings compliments from the ladies of Nesting. Though you be ailing, I know the sight of that well known hand will remove all complaints. The invitation to Miss Mumford's arrived.

It will not suit me to draw on Charles Town for more than the amount of the balance due from me to you, for which I will furnish you with bills as soon as I am able to do any business.

I suffer so much anxiety for my three absent sons. Please let us hear from you. Your papa received a letter from Tommy (Thomas Tudor Tucker). He is in great distress for the loss of his schooner. He still plans to practice in Charlestown. Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) seems inclined to settle in London, but don't think that is advisable. The family is quite well.

Tommy (Thomas Tudor Tucker wrote me that you sold the Adelphi for £500 stg. This I am convinced was due to the false representation of the master. Poor Tommy has met with a shocking loss. I intend to send him a few hogsheads of rum. I believe Doctor Campbell is determined to return to Virginia as soon as possible. The news from St. Eustatia is that the British fleet and army had surrendered to the Americans and New York in possession of General Washington.

I would give all the money I am mistress of to purchase one evening's conversation with you. Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) enjoys good health, but seems uneasy on account of his present expenses. I hope if the Brig has arrived in France, that he will receive sufficient funds to enable him to spend another year attending lectures and hospital. Mamma has been better since her visit to town. Billy Hall has a fine boy. Mrs. F. Forbes is going to present her husband with a child for the first time after being married 16 years. My namesake at the Bridge married Mr. R. Fowles and Miss Bella Smith to Mr. Pigot. Many of your old acquaintances have been carried off by death.

It is necessary for you to come immediately to my Brother's at Four Mile Creek as the sloop is waiting to see about your salt.

I gave Mr. Atkinson an order for 100 hogsheads of tobacco to be delivered at South Quay which he forwarded to Captain Williamson and Vaughan. They replied they applied to you and that you have refused to deliver them. You must have hogsheads ready at South Quay as soon as possible. I have two schooners going there for the load.

Congratulates him on marriage to Frances (Bland) Randolph, September 3. Disagreeableness here because some vessels were commissioned and returned to Island with prizes. Many displeased at B. Goodrich who took schooner belonging to Island. Sent her to New York. Association formed against him. Moses judged mankind properly and his first law bespoke attention to ladies.

I am sending you two sets of Bills on Charles town, one on Maurice Simmons for 1,857 dollars, the other on Blakes and Sawyer for 1,476 1/3 dollars. I called on Mr. Holloway to assume the payment of Mr. Reynold's debt to him, but he was in Suffolk.

Am sending the sales and accounts of the salt and your general account with me, balance due me £979.11.3. I do not suppose I shall see you until after the nuptial knot.

By order of Messrs. Samuel and J. H. Delap of Bordeaux, we are sending you a bill of loading and invoice for the salt amounting to £2,038.19.

In your letter last week you said the Cashmere would not answer your purpose. Mr. Beall had his tailor cut it up for himself. I reminded Innes of being in Petersburg next Thursday. Jones, the barber promises to set out for Matoax next Tuesday. I sent a small cask of limes up to Mr. Stainbeck, but the craft didn't stop. Mr. Everard is sick so I will be unable to wait on you that day. When you enter into the Holy state may the Almighty take you into his holy protection.

Randolph's-ville folks are thus far on their way to Matoax to celebrate his nuptials. Asks to be informed by return of Abraham if they can have a rug and a dry corner at Matoax.

Your draughts came to hand too late to answer my purpose. I am in extreme want of money; I have hopes I may be able to negotiate your bills. Please advise me when you are in cash. I hear I may not be able to put off your bills. I wish you every happiness the matrimonial state affords.

Sent limes, claret, tea, raisins, to Colonel Banister at Shirley by boat Molly, Captain McCunn. To be forwarded to Petersburg if Captain cannot stop at Cawsons. Craig will make his stock buckle when well of his ague fever. Mr. Everard is sick.

I should have written you by the last post, but was at that time ill. By a message from Taylor in Smithfield, I find all the tobacco was disposed of before I saw you in Williamsburg. Mr. Page will deliver you 850 pounds which please place to my credit. I expect to receive some money in a few days.

Your salt has arrived. Many of the barrels were halfway up in water. I have sold 200 bushels at £4.

I have sent you the money you wrote for. I will invest the salt in tobacco. The planters are in want of the salt.

Instead of £850, Tucker's packet contained £871, for which self has receipt, exclusive of a £3 bill and a 15 dollar one, which were refused as bad. Self will return them.

I delivered to Mr. Strettell a case containing the shoes and other articles. I put an account in the case (account of the articles on back.)

I have just returned from a journey between South Quay, Little Town, Suffolk, and Portsmouth. I heard Sargeant was up as high as Wainoake (Weyanoke) loaded with salt, but the next day another gentleman said he believed that was a mistake.

I hope you have recovered by now. If you are not able to come over, I will see you before I leave. I am selling the salt at £5 per bushel.

Your favor to Mr. Beall was received and your bills on Charles Town negotiated.I have received the cash from Colonel William Aytell.

I purchased seventy hogsheads of tobacco from Mr. Joseph Atkinson, which he purchased from Mr. Simons and it was to be delivered to you at South Quay. I gave the order on you to John Williamson. Williamson has delivered the tobacco to me. The enclosed letter gives me an order on you for 100 hogsheads with the 70 to be deducted. Please send them to Wills Cowper.

I am disappointed at the bills coming to you too late for your purpose. If you have not negotiated my draught on Maurice Simmons, please return it to me and I will send you the amount.

In Colonel Aylett's absence received your letter. Out of my power to give you any information on your bill. Sick with fever. Know little of my business.

I arrived here last Thursday. It is a joy to be once more in my country enjoying the company of my friends. I congratulate you upon your recent entrance on the holy and sacred ordinance of matrimony. I left London in January. Seeing your brother Nat (Nathaniel Tucker. He was then well and attending medical classes. He has taken his degree in medicine. He had some intention of settling in England.

Harry Hinson is leaving for Virginia and hopes to see you. If possible, during the winter, please send us some supplies. Candles have been scarcer than anything else. The French acted in a hostile manner at Turks Island, but I am inclined to think it was the imprudence of the key people that spurred them on. We have sent Tommy (Thomas Tudor Tucker) a few hogsheads of rum. I hope this will cover his loss on the Adelphi's insurance. Dominique has been taken by the French.

I am not fond either of making or receiving apologies. I was by no means forgetful of your kind invitation. I assure you I would have been pleased to see my friend made happy, but as time approached I found it impractical to enjoy that satisfaction. I congratulate you on the happy event. Innes showed me what he styles your pastoral letter. I heard your Brig has arrived safely at South Quay.

I dispatched one copy of your draft on Maurice Simmons by express to Charles Town.

I am and have been so engaged since Syphax arrived that I do not have time to write. Our friend Stuart has arrived. I will write by the post.

The enclosed letters were put into my hands to transmit to you, I am doing so by the post. At some future time I hope to write you fully.

I drew on you the 14th ultimate for 1,057 dollars in favor of Samuel Beall at Twenty days sight. If you have not paid it, protested immediately for non-payment. (On back copy of letter to Samuel Beall, 1778September 14.)

Your letter found me in the same state it left you. It is distressing to me that I cannot hasten to you, but there are so many sick in town that I can't leave. I am glad Doctor Pringle will visit you on his way to Charles Town.

We have been told you were making your addresses to a young widow lady in Virginia. My sister is near lying in again, she spent last week here with us. Mamma is quite well. Captain Goodrick left Bermuda without seeing Cousin Bet.

I am enclosing Captain Thomas Robert's receipt for two hundred Continental dollars. When received, if convenient, transmit to George Smith of Charles Town toward the premium of insurance on the Brig Catherine. I congratulate you on a piece of late news.

Regrets Tucker's disorder. Delivered Tucker's mare and saddle to Syphax. Hopes his brig has arrived. Hears that Count D'Estaing has chance of receiving reinforcement of 11 or 12 ships of the line now said to be in Delaware. Papers report another effort of Commissioners to divide territory and wheedle country into submission.

Since my arrival at Alexandria I learned that Carlisle and Dalton did not give the money to St. George Tucker, Jr. Colonel Carlisle is coming to Williamsburg and bringing the money, £800 Virginia currency.

Tucker's illness has been felt by all. Mr. Docker will not be able to visit Tucker immediately. Self is the worst housekeeper in the world. Asks if Mrs. Tucker could put up with such bachelor's fare. Self curses the York Poetry. Self was mad about the lines they intended to compliment Tucker with. Self thought of writing a few lines himself but didn't think it worthy of printing by Dixon and Hunter. Quotes four line poem.

James Nelson of Charles Town requested 30 hogsheads of tobacco. He has 2 vessels now lying at South Quay waiting for it. Send me the rates and I will send it down.

This will introduce Doctor Pringle from South Carolina. He is an intimate friend of Nat's (Nathaniel Tucker). I wish you a speedy recovery. My dear little Bet has been exceedly ill for several days.

I have not heard from you in six or seven months. Please send me 100 hogsheads of tobacco. I shall pay the bill from Samuel Beall for 1,857 dollars.

When I was called upon to marry you, I said I would not take one farthing and I remain the same. You are my friend and I should be allowed to ride seven or eight miles to serve a friend without a reward.

Plat of survey of 1,213 acres on Green Creek. (Description and map.)

His letter by Dispatch arrived. Thanks for offer of his property for own use. Cannot foresee whether will ever arrive at independence. Congratulates St.George that he is likely to attain it. Pleasure at his prospect of agreeable connection (marriage with Mrs. Frances (Bland) Randolph). Offers newly acquired sister regards. Self graduated at Leyden last year. Made tour of Holland, Flanders, and part of France. In pursuit of medical knowledge here. As practice of physic easy and lucrative here, has thoughts of settling in England. Proposes attending College of Edinburgh this winter and going to Bermuda in spring. Asks what St. George thinks self might do in Virginia.

Deliver to Mr. Edward Watts an order for the four first hogsheads of my tobacco. I have heard of your letter to Colonel Randolph saying you intend to take some of my tobacco to settle your account. Don't touch a pound of it without my orders.

Did not get to see you in Williamsburg. Have placed £780 in the Continental Treasury which you may get by sending to Mr. John Dalton.

Mr. Benjamin Harrison informed me that the Brig had arrived. I dispatched the Brig Gouverneur with 130 hogsheads of tobacco. I must follow the Adelphi to North Carolina to give Captain Gebbes his sailing orders. I have written Mr. McNeill that you will give him a refusal of the dry goods in the vessel.

Happy to find his health better. Request a line from you to our friend Daniel for taking your receipt up.

I had your salt all cooped and filled up when I delivered it to the craft. there were 139 bars. I expect the quantity will be short when it comes to hand as there were 52 bars sunk on the flat before it was put on board the sloop.

If you approve of the dispatch of your vessel, Mr. McCullum would have no objection joining me and we could do your business.

We are at a loss to know what to do with the Brig. It is impossible to get a large vessel into port along the coast of North Carolina and Virginia. Fit her out and send her to St. Eustatia and then take freight to Holland. We are shipping tobacco to St. Eustatia to be sent to Holland. Original filed 1778 January 31; Copy filed 1778 January 31.

I received your last two letters when I was in bed so ill that I was unable to read them. I gave Captain Williamson an order on Mr. Randolph for 70 hogsheads which was delivered. I paid him three thousand pounds including an order on a person in Williamsburg for £500. I received a verbal message from Mr. Randolph desiring me to send him the amount of my order which had not been paid. I sent him the money by a friend and then received an answer that Mr. Randolph refused to accept the money and said he would deliver no more tobacco.

Mr. Thomas Brown of Portmouth informed me you have a lot of land unimproved and convenient to the river in that town. I would like to know your terms in either current money or sterling.

The pork was delivered six months ago to your order. I cannot get any information about the salt.

As to the matter of my delirium I assure you I never heard it from Mrs. B. Captain Sargeant will bid for me. I meant to pay him a Commission. I must either pay you the money or settle with you agreeable to your proposals.

We have gotten our bread baked. 6 or 8 vessels have been lying here for 4 or 5 weeks to be unloaded. By the first safe conveyance. I shall send the china and my empty bottles.

Though my aunt has never favored me with one of her epistles, I hope I will hear by the bearer that all my dear favorites at Matoax are well. Mr. Bowdoin begs you accept some oysters.

I have sent you account due Savage and Westmore for freight of 25 hogsheadsof tobacco. Please pay Mr. Cook and deliver him 5,252 pounds. Either pay the freight of the tobacco to Suffolk or pay as much cash as it will cost sending the tobacco to Edenton.

I applied to Mr. Whitinge ?about the house he had on Dadnam's land, but it was only for several years. Buckners not likely to sell on terms as would suit you, if sold the terms will be cash. I regret that you are still unwell.

Mrs. Tucker said she would loan me some window glasses. I need 20 panes. I will either return the glass or pay for them.

Self's exorcism has had a good effect puts little confidence in his own prayers so expected little success. Self hears Tucker's penance has begun to work a "strange Revolution" putting him in a "religious state." Mr. C? says he would write if there were two pens and enough paper in the house. Beverley will be with Tucker shortly. Self will do as mentioned with respect to the "bore." Self forgot that Randolph was 20 miles closer to Williamsburg than to Matoax. Self delivered Tucker's letter to Hughes who isn't sure if he wants to remain in College. Self doesn't know any student who would undertake the business Tucker requests. Self heard Tucker received a much "colder wrapper" than a flannel shirt. Naturally news of a lady dividing her love would affect him. Self is glad to hear of Tucker's return.

Received favor by Doctor Pringle and Burrows. Congratulates on marriage to Mrs. Frances (Bland) Randolph. advice concerning use of Peruvian bark to check fever. Simons disappointed in tobacco St. George wrote had purchased. Also at loss of account for bill St. George desired him to protest. Embargo renewed. Requests him to credit self with third of proceeds of Adelphi's cargo. Two thirds to father Colonel Henry Tucker and brother Henry Tucker. Asks how far own share to go toward debt to St. George. Sorry to hear of his losses. Engaged in shipping indigo to West Indies. George Evans (father of Mrs. Esther (Evans) Tucker) died. Will little expressive of friendly disposition toward self. Some land and all Negroes left to children (Nancy and Henry Tucker) Difficulties in Bermuda about provisions must be increased by embargoes in America and troops on island. Little ones hearty. Polly Evans and George Evans congratulate St. George and Mrs. Frances (Bland) Randolph Tucker. Must have heard of invasion of neighbor state. Own station to guard magazine at Dorchester.

Mr. Strettell gave his Bermuda business to me. I received your favor. I received from Messrs. Delap £50,000 value about £2,000 Stg. Have paid your brother Doctor Nathaniel Tucker £431.11.4. Paid Mr. Didsbury £50.7.0 for goods shipped.

Mr. William Hardiman comes to consult you about a land purchase. I ordered a suit in Prince George against John Sykes who was overseer for me last year at Dutchy Hill for embezzlement. B. Hughes comes to court today to employ a lawyer.

If you want to purchase the property you had better come down. Buckner is offering his property for 12,000£. I hope you are well by now. The reports on your health varied so I can't tell.

When Anderson was in Bermuda, self gave him some directions about selling his Portsmouth lot. Has now directed David Ross of Petersburg who wishes to buy it, to St. George Tucker. Wishes Anderson and Tucker to agree. See Letter to Tucker of same date.

Last December David Ross of Petersburg wished to purchase self's lot in Portsmouth to pay in specie ? of the country or bills of exchange. Self leaves its value to Tucker but will not accept less than £500 Stg. Can give title. Will send Tucker power of attorney. Annie (wife?) and son Durham send greetings.

Received your letter of December 7. Captain John Matholin comes to North Carolina in search of provisions for this island.

Written in French. Translation and copies included.

I have very little encouragement to write to you as you have not for near two years answered any of my letters. Two brigs from here were taken last summer by the Americans. We had about 1,000 Stg. worth of Spanish indigo on board. We are in want of provisions. The governor has granted vessels to go in quest of supplies for the Country. Captain John Seymour tells me you are married. The whole business of the country is carried on by people who are making money privateering and a few Scotch that came here from New York to speculate.

Forwarded by D. Pauly on 1779 July 21.  Translation included.

I cannot come to Matoax to see you at this time. I am engaged this afternoon in Town on business. Tomorrow I return home by way of Shirley. On Monday at Henrico Court and detained in Richmond for a few days.

I am closing my books and wish to have your account of the tobacco received of that sold you at Smithfield.

I guess by now you have heard of the death of Burwell. I was with him the day before he died. He retained his senses most perfectly to his last moment. I am glad you have recovered. What has become of Yates?

When I came up I thought I would enjoy at least one day's happiness with you, but your being away did not permit it. I shall be back in a week or two.

I disposed of your wine for £1,406.5.0. Due to the uncertainty of Mr. Deans, I have retained the net proceeds until orders from you. Our political and commercial world is in a good deal of suspense at present from information which has been given that Congress has received.

I have directed Captain William Sargeant of the Brig Dispatch to remit to John Strettel in London through your hands, the net proceeds of seventeen hogsheads of tobacco.

I am enclosing invoices of the tobacco shipped on board the Brig Dispatch on account of Messrs. Pleasants, Shore, and Colonel, Messrs. Henry Tucker and Sons, and Messrs. Henry Tucker and Son, Richard and John Jennings and Henry Tucker. If you can sell the Brig, I would recommend it,if you can get two thousand Guineas. If you sell her remit five eighths of her value to Mr. John Strettel on my account, one eighth on the account of Pleasants Shore and Company.

I have ordered Captain William Sargeant to remit to you good bills of exchange for 40 hogsheads and 23 barrels of tobacco. Please place them to the credit of Messrs. H. Tucker and Son two fifth parts, Messrs. Richard and John Jennings two, two fifth parts; Mr. H. Tucker of Somerset one fifth part. I have also shipped by him 17 hogsheads on the separate invoice to account of Messrs. Henry Tucker and Son.

The Brig Sally Van, I am informed, was taken on her passage from hence to Bordeaux, but not having been able to collect sufficient documents to prove the capture and having heard nothing from the other owners, I must refer you to some future opportunity. If you have received an intelligence from them as to enable you to recover the insurance, please place one fourth of the amount to my credit. Please remit this to John Strettel.

Mr. Rudolph and myself have drawn on Mr. Delap for sterling. Please give him the papers necessary, for recovering the insurance. (Copy of Letter) filed under December 10, 1777.

I have just parted with Captain Sargeant. He appears desirous of going to Curacao and land his cargo and from thence proceed to the Aux Cayes. Should you approve of this voyage, he informs me, you would let me have some tobacco on freight.

Mr. Beall said he was surprised that you intended the Brig for France. He told me he had a vessel just arrived from Curacao and the Aux Cayes, which he said made him more profit than any he has ever had. His tobacco was shipped for Holland and his Captain was furnished with Bills on merchants at Aux Cayes who loaded him with rum, sugar, and coffee. I will wait to hear from you and whatever you decide, I shall cheerfully comply.

Members of Flat Hat Club request Tucker to send key of box which contains their books and Papers, by Mr. Harrison. Also any other papers relating to Society. Rejoices at revival of a society of such principles: charity, friendship, and science. None more worthy than Tucker. Every page? of the Journal testifies so.

Your very acceptable favor of 15th August, 1778, was happily delivered to me by Capt. Sargeant who notwithstanding the ... was fortunately enough to make a successful attempt to get in.  I am extremely obliged by your regards to my Interests, and am fully persuaded ...

I have sent your letter of March 29 to Thomas Pleasants, who approved of the plan of your going from Europe to take in a cargo at the Aux Cayes. Upon arrival in France or Spain, find out which goods would best purchase a cargo at Aux Cayes. A load of sugar will probably cost about 600£ stg. at Aux Cayes.

I think a cargo of flour purchased on the joint concern would answer very well. If you make my adventure a separate concern from that of Pleasants, Shore and Company, let the proportion of sugar be three fourths and rum one fourth.

Having shipped as much tobacco on freight as I could possibly take on board, I am not able to accept your offer.

I received a letter from Natty (Nathaniel Tucker), saying he intends to spend the winter at Edinburgh. If nothing engages his stay in England, will be here the end of the summer. I was confined to my house for nearly two months with a fit of rheumatism in my hip. There are thousands in the island that have not a morsel of bread. The Governor after repeated application from the council and assembly, granted certificates for vessels to go anywhere in quest of provisions. We have heard that one fo those vessels has been taken and carried to New York and condemned. No regard for the Governor's permission. Your sister, Fanny, lost her last child. Your town sister Fanny is ready to lie down with another child which will make half a dozen.

Mr. Brickwood desired proof that the Adelphi did not proceed on her intended voyage. The distress of this island is lamentable. 4/5 of the people have not a mouthful to eat.

Enclosed sends by Mrs. Davis $90 or £27 for silk stockings. Would pay for cotton stockings and ledger if informed of amount. Supposes he is too happy to write. Doctor Innis swears he has written four letters without an answer.

My sincere congratulations to yourself and the loved partner of your bosom. The entire winter here has been sickly. Our mother's health is in a rather declining state. Sister and Mr. Tucker at Scrogham Point are pretty well. Mrs. F. Forbes and Mrs. Milbourn have died.

Money he enclosed came safe to hand. Fanny not as well as self could wish. Political curiosity roused by paragraph in Cyrus Griffin's letter to Madison. Tell self what he thinks of the matter. Self wishes had good financiers at the helm. Has learned of the death of "worthy Friend" at Carter's Creek. May see him next month. Purchased from Paul Richards, March 1974.

Enclosed is a letter from Joseph Darrell who feared I would be over hauled on my way here. See Joseph Darrell's letter, 1779 April 7.

We have just received your letter of August 15. I was a good deal displeased at the Adelphi's being sold. We hear that the North Carolina Assembly have resolved that we should be permitted to take provisions from them in exchange for salt. There was a report that the King's troops were within 20 or 30 miles of Charles Town.

When shall I see you to settle the Brig's account. A meeting of the company I expect will be had next month, thus, I must be prepared to lay before them a full state of their accounts. The Abingdon has been captured.

I am enclosing an account of the weights of the Brig Dispatch's cargo. I urged Mr. John H. Delap to sell the cargo. He told me he would guarrantee one hundred and five livres for the cargo.

I am sending you 6 yards of brown cambrick. I think it is fit for summer wear. If you like it, take half and keep the rest for me. I sent by a little boat, to the care of McNiel, 3 cases containing about 9 dozen bottles and 1 case with 2 dozen cups and saucers, 1 China bowl, and 1 dozen plates. This day I sail for Hampton in hopes of completing my complement of men.

We have a fine wind and being in good spirits I think, I shall sail this afternoon. Thank you for your kind offers of reception.

Please lend or sell me 10 or 11 shingles. I can repay them in 2 months or pay whatever price you demand in cash or tobacco. Frequently, your horses have gotten into my wheat field, please shift your pasture or keep them up.

Brought Patty (Martha Hall) home with her. She will shortly become Mrs. George? Hay. Quite a secret and must be "under the Rose." Likes him better than Franks. Story of his being a Jew agrees not with her taste. Likes people to be as God made them. Her lips have not been touched since he blessed them. If he is not careful, she will retaliate twofold the next opportunity. Situation too critical to venture to Mrs. Farley's. Asks if she may expect to be fixed in town. Enclosure is to get Patty (Martha Hall) one yard of white broad ribbon. (not present)

Mr. May promises to deliver letter. Anxious to hear how she is. Understands there are letters from Bermuda and fears bad news from thence. Resolves to petition Assembly for permission to send vessel with provisions for their relief. Shall return in Mr. Baker's chair. Mentions friends Madison, Duncan, Innes and Mrs. Innes. McClurg "is gone to be married."

Attended Mr. Burwell's sale. Made a few purchases. Mrs. Harrison is with Mrs. Page at Rosewell. The latter not well. Rudolph on board the Sally Van when she was taken. Invited by "little Addie," his bride and sister to visit Warner Hall. Mentions Mr. Fontaine and "our Friend God's Curer," whom he met at Carter's Creek. Inquires as to Dick's (Richard Randolph's) studies as he may "enter upon a new scene of life after the holidays." Asks if she will meet him at Mrs. Farley's.  Anticipates bad news from Bermuda. Hopes to prevail on Assembly to let him send provisions there.

I have not received from you the necessary papers to recover the insurance on the Sally Van. I must have the declaration of the captain of his capture and it must be certified by a judge. The bills of lading of the cargo which must be deposited in the hands of a notary or naval office.

Captain Joseph Darrell just informed me, he leaves tomorrow for North Carolina. I am sending by him a few pair of shoes and stockings, the others I shall send by small quantities. Captain Nat King from Charles Town arrived, but would not venture into port without having security for his vessel and cargo.This the people readily agreed to and divided the rice in an equal proportion to all the parishes in the island. They acquainted the governor, collector, and officers with what they had done. Governor approved. The collector swore he would seize the vessel. The army and navy supported the collector. The collector has sent a tender and sailboat to cruise at the west end to take all vessels that may come. The Governor has called the council and assembly together. (On back of copy of a letter from Henry Tucker to St. George Tucker, 1779 April 21.)

Yesterday feared being stationed on South side of James River. Now informed by Mr. Goode that they are ordered to Williamsburg. Lodged at Mr. Davis's last night. Captain Murray contradicted unwelcome news about friend's capture. Enemy not more than 2,000 strong. Bent upon plundering. Are able to travel faster than militia because of ships. They returned to Portsmouth after burning Suffolk. John Holloway, M. Phripp and P. Bowdoin made their escape. Plans to reach Williamsburg tonight. Dined at Farmindell and saw her father (Mr. Theodorick Bland). She will be puzzled by his mysterious route unless she sees John Banister Jr.

Concerned by uncertain and alarming accounts. Wanted to come over and learn state of troops. Hears English are retreating to Portsmouth. If not confirmed, will move in wagon to Bizarre. Will stay behind until she sees him. Boys lament his absence. Jack (John of Roanoke) particularly. Girls say God Bless him. (Inscribed in pencil on cover: "1781 May 17. I suppose. In 1799 I think.")

Has wished for opportunity to write since reaching Williamsburg. Hopes to get more agreeable situation than that of private soldier. Hears but little of enemy who are between 2,000 and 3,000 strong. Their ravages great in lower parts. Can give them severe check in this part of country.

Came here Wednesday evening. Hitherto in family of General Nelson, where would scarcely remembered was poor private soldier. In good health. The enemy still at Portsmouth. Apparently will not venture into this part of the world. Deserters report they are planning to depart in week or so. Got her letter by Mr. Holloway from Williamsburg. Write by every opportunity enclosing letters to Duncan Rose at Williamsburg who will send them to him. Shall answer boys' letters soon. Tell Patty if she had been at Portmouth or Suffolk, she might have seen things she never saw before.

She will have received long epistle by Mr. Shore. Nothing to add. But is informed by Captain Murray that he brought two letters which were sent to Hampton by mistake. Should direct letters to care of Mr. Rose.

His last letter unsatisfactory. No news of his return or place he would be stationed. Others called as early as now at home. Patty (Martha Hall) her only companion. Has seen Patsy Banister? only once. Father (Theodorick Bland of Cawsons) had gout. Did not visit him. Too hot to go on horseback.

Mr. Shore, who is Job's comforter, says there is no prospect of enemy's leaving as they expect a re-enforcement. (St. George) gained in beauty on last visit. The gay old widow (self) is turned into a pumpkin. Faced dropsical mope. Begs for miniature he promised her. Sent all her cash by Phill to buy corn for Bermuda Forrest. He had come down for nails. Told of Robin and Charles being in jail for hog-stealing. Self understands too little of traffic to meddle with tobacco note. Will wait for £50 from him for plantation. Would like to know amiable family who has given him civilities. Used Mr. Shore's chair to visit Father (Theodorick Bland of Cawsons) ill with gout. Father did not send carriage for her. Horses would be press'd by soldiers. Bridge could not be crossed. Boat trip would injure her precious person. Father sent her back in chariot. He seems perplexed to death. Begs them apply to his shop for anything they wish. Patty (Martha Hall) asks bill to be placed in loan office which is place of security for her estate. Has not seen Battersea family (Banister) since they parted. Patty declares she is writing the Epistle of Paul to the Colossians. Asks him to write to her brother and Enclose it to her.

Despite recent alarms British fleet took their departure from Hampton roads this morning. Anxious to come home, but it is necessary to retain the militia a few days as enemy might return and as his services as Secretary and Aide-de-Camp to General Nelson might give impression that he was avoiding duties of private soldier. His horses stolen night before last. Must borrow a couple to go as far as Mrs. Farley's where he must borrow again if two are not sent from home. Bob Goode got to Hampton yesterday. General Nelson ordered to remain near York. Their headquarters a wheelwright's shop, furniture workmen's tools, fare good. Falkner and he friendly. Apprehensive that alarm of enemy's landing at Hampton may reach her before true state of affairs becomes known. John King will take this letter immediately.

Two months in this dreary desert without word from her. She may be proficient in Latin now. During last absence, she made such progress in Italian that friend and brother St. George Tucker had become dragoon. Awaits account of his campaign from Action to Brentford. Has called it the Dragonades. Situation here grows more tolerable. Mrs. (Martha (Dangerfield) Bland) looks back with longing eye. Congratulates them below on evacuation of enemy in the state. Dangerous to her health to travel but St. George may visit them. Affection to Patsy Hall, etc.

Just heard Lee going to Virginia. Self settled as physician in this town near York and Scarborough. To reside summer and fall in Scarborough which is resort for numerous and genteel company then. Beginning to get business although none arrived here more than month. Congratulates on connection St. George lately formed (marriage to Mrs. Frances (Bland) Randolph Tucker). Asks him to direct letters c/o Strettell or to self. Mrs. Courtenay (Walker) Norton and Miss Mary ? Tucker saw self.

We have never received any account of your marriage. St. George promises us a visit with you when peace takes place. Mamma is staying some time at Doctor Campbell's. Papa is preparing for a long voyage.

Your Brother Thomas writes, he has declined the practice of Physic and sold off his medicines. I wish he had the 1,500 guineas that it cost me for his being brought up to that profession. I hope you don't intend to throw by the law as I think you will find it a more certain profit than trade. Mr. Daniel Jennings wrote us that Pleasants' bill was noted and would be protested. The Council and Assembly decided to send a representative to his Majesty with an humble address of the distress of the island. The Assembly drew a bill for raising 2,000£ to bear the expenses, it passed the Council, but the Governor rejected it. A joint committee of both houses resolved that the amount be raised by subscriptions. I have been named as the one to go to England. I am sending a box of shoes and stockings by George Haynes.

Mr. George Haynes, who was formerly a partner with Burch and Milner at St. Eustatia, has obtained a flag from the Governor to carry himself and family to Baltimore for the recovery of his health. I am sending you shoes by him. I expect to sail in about 20 days in a new Brig under the command of Captain Forster Bascome for England.

Mr. Haynes thinks it will be running too much risk to take all your things. He is taking what he can and will deliver them to Mr. Robert Morris or Colonel Banister.

Has already congratulated him on marriage (to Frances (Bland) Randolph) Sends him letter for Messrs. Wills and John Cooper of Suffolk which he is to read, seal, and foward. Is about to be in advance to them and wishes some certainty of security. Wishes them to make immediate remits to St. Eustatia. Self will hold quarter of vessel. Can put off eighth for a friend and eighth to Captain thus leaving half for them. His father (Henry Tucker) has gone to England on public business.

A scarcity of materials has prevented me from outfitting the vessel and sending it to Holland. The vessel needs repairs. Will try to load the vessel with salt and send her in search of lumber. (Copy of Letter) filed under 1778 August 10.)

Will write her history of Charlottesville and redcoats in it. Starting for party on mountaintop. Only inviting object except one she has seen is starved. Old adage, "God sends meats but the devil sends cooks." Asks her to send up two papers of pins at first opportunity. Get them at Dick Bates.

I spent a few days with Innes. How can you account for the marriage of the Honorable the President of William and Mary College, James Madison? I can't think he was by any means a proper person to be President, nor do I ever expect to see a luxuriant crop of youth spring up under his culture. I was informed by Mrs. Fitzhugh of Chatham that your poetic vein has not forsaken you. I wish I had settled in England because my profession in this country is horrid. I sometimes think of quitting my own state and take my stand in Baltimore or Annapolis and practice as McClurg does in Williamsburg without trouble of a Shop.

Not yet seen homily sent by Gressit Davis. Tucker wrote self that Matoax contemplated coming to Charlottesville. Self is as incredible as MacBeth ? House is small and bedding few. Would be well if he could put a Matoax mattress and sheet in the carriage. Obliged for news. Wishes some members of Congress had more experience, some more judgement. Men should be independent in principles, fixed in purpose, unbiased and unattached to party. Thinks Fitzhugh will do. Thinks St. George is too diffident of sincerity of ally (France). Strange they have had no authentic accounts of transactions in south. No particulars of victory on North River. Is said that St. Clair has taken 300 or 400 Germans and enemy repulsed in attack on West Point. Asks for news. Asks Fanny (Bland) Randolph Tucker to write at him in her letters to Patsy (wife). Bob sends his love to the boys and says he is a good boy. Three riddles written on back of letter.

I have paid St. George Tucker £268.18. Call on him for the sum. I send some wine and tea in his Brig. I want some wheat by the first opportunity.

I wish to hear your final determination with respect to your son, (Richard Randolph). If the terms are to high let me know. I have been thinking of a new plan. Teach a young man languages (French and Italian) philosophy, history, geography, dancing, fencing, etc. without any expense to his parents except clothes. Only one inducement, I will take such a number of slaves as would in the year 1775 have sold for 800£, 1/2 to be given up at entrance. The other when the engagement shall be fulfilled.

No opportunity for letters by private hands since St. George's marriage to Mrs. Frances (Bland) Randolph Tucker. Committed letters to Blakes and Sawyer. Circumstances do not permit mixing with company on footing of equality. Advises voyage to native country for indisposition. Received his letter by Whiting. Encloses sketch of account between them. Requests St. George to inform balance due him. Simons wrote St. George concerning tobacco and return of bill. Great distress in their little country (Bermuda) for provisions. Cousin Joe Darrell arrived in Georgetown. General Prevost marched without opposition to Charleston. General William Moultrie flew before them. General Benjamin Lincoln far behind. British troops never to have been allowed to march into town on any conditions, despite report of capitulation. Main body of troops gone to Savannah. Some still on Port Royal island. No place seemed secure against plunderers, particularly those under McGirth. Sister (Polly Evans) and children (Nancy and Henry Tucker) accompanied by Stewart's family to country. Recommended they proceed to Virginia. Means of travelling failed. Negroes deserted. Understands part of St. George's state invaded by enemy. Inquires if successful in commercial transactions. Sister and George Evans desire compliments.

The Board of Trade was informed by a Resolution of Council that you be permitted to export 1,000 bushels of corn from this state to Bermuda to be paid for in salt. Signed by Thomas Whiting, J. Ambler, and Cun. Rose. (On back Tucker's reply, 1779 July 23.)

I sent a copy of the resolution to Bermuda, therefore, I do not know when the vessels may be expected. If the vessel arrived before Christmas. I want new corn. (On back of letter to Tucker from Commissioners, 1779 July 15.)

Enclosing letter from Christopher Calvert (1779 July 1). I have two receipts for the same sum of money and a small account for some tallow. Please inform me whether Mr. Calvert's demand is right.

Henry Tucker complains that Wills and John Cowper will not pay him the sum which he loaned them.

Please examine our agreement and you will find that the tobacco remaining at Smithfield on July 20, 1778 was mine. Please correct these errors and transmit to me an accurate invoice.

Having been expedited from Virginia April 28 by St. George Tucker in the Brig Dispatch intended for France, I received damage from a gale and had to come in here. I tried to ship Messrs. Tucker's, Jenning's and Tucker's property to Holland, but I have not been able to do this. Captain Darrell arrived here from Bermuda and upon finding that his vessel was owned by Messrs. Jennings, Tucker, I supplied him with 2,000 dollars out of the money arising from the sales of Messrs. Henry Tucker and son, Messrs. Jennings and Henry Tucker's tobacco and freight money.

Imagines letter will be amusing to receiver. Asks for copy of his poetical pieces. Hopes Aunt (Frances (Bland) Randolph Tucker) will not feel slighted. Has short time for writing. Begs hers and Patty Hall's intercession for that dear poetry. Cannot live without it.

Sending you a bill for £500. We hope the tobacco is in Holland. North Carolina is safer for navigation than Virginia. Lumber can be procured there. Original filed 1778 January 31. Copy filed 1778 January 31.

Please forward the enclosed letter to Mr. Page. I saw your brother, the doctor, a few days ago in good health. The bearer of this, Captain Roberts, will inform you of all the news here.

I sent the commission to Colonel Carrington. Mr. Robert Gilliam can satisfy the court that application was made to Alday before the Act of Limitation. He had the sugar from me on July 8, 1769.

If I had known about Captain Brown leaving, I would have sent you the few things which remain here for you. Father has gone to England with an address to the throne. My Fanny makes me almost an annual present. Our last we named Nathaniel Butterfield. Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) has thoughts of settling at Malton in Yorkshire. His friend Mr. Fairfax lives in that neighborhood.

I understand you are married to a worthy lady of great merit. I suppose you will be surprised to hear your Papa has gone to England, he sailed about four weeks ago. Doctor Campbell tells me you are settled on a very unhealthy spot.

You may be displeased at what Mr. Jennings will inform you that I have done concerning your property. Your Mr. Ross owes me on private account. Messrs. Shore and McConnico on theirs. I have been constrained to take this disagreeable step. I will lay hold of the property of anyone of the company unless immediate orders are given to the Banker at this place to settle every matter with me, not forgetting the balance due my friends in Amsterday. (On letter to St. George Tucker, same date.)

Enclosed is a copy of a letter to Messrs. David Ross and Company. My patience is exhausted waiting for remittances from Messrs. Pleasants, Shore and Company this twelve months past. (Enclosed, letter to Messrs. David Ross and Company, same date.)

Reminding you of the verdict concerning a Negro wench. Mr. Daniel Hunt attorney at law deceived me in seeking judgment. They have flattered me with a notion of appealing to Chancery.

I was led into the mistake relative to the tobacco from the memo of the weights which were delivered me when I purchased it. If you refer to my letter of September 28, I778, I informed you that by a message from Taylor at Smithfield. I found that all the tobacco had been disposed of previous to July 20, that day I wrote him to reserve all he had on hand for you.

The Betsey has arrived on the Eastern Shore. The goods have been brought to Hoods, I expect to get them today. Yours and mine are all packed together and not more than half the invoice complied with. It will be necessary for you to come to Brandon.

Renews assurances that her connection with family gives him greatest pleasure. Hopes she will inform him of health of brother (St. George Tucker), of little sons (Richard, Theodorick and John Randolph) and herself. Sister (Polly Evans) and little ones (Nancy and Henry Tucker) present compliments. His little ones almost driven to necessity of paying them visit (because of war).

To give Neilson trouble of his packet to Virginia. He is merchant of opulence. Party of enemy still at Port Royal. Have not lately given them any disturbance. Little ones (Nancy and Henry Tucker), aunt (Polly Evans) and George (Evans?) desire to be remembered to him. Wrote to sister (Mrs. Frances (Bland) Randolph Tucker).

I am extremely concerned for the loss of your vessel. The Betsey was badly managed. I intend to dispose of the small part I possess of her. Am enclosing an invoice of the things you sent for. I found part of the china broken when I unpacked it. Am enclosing the sales of our tobacco.

The suit Patteson v. Moore, I will be glad to have continued as Ben Patteson, who delivered the tobacco is dead. James Patteson will prove the condition the tobacco was in about two months after it was delivered to Moore.

We have rendered Mr. Tucker or Captain Sargeant every service in our power, but they had done the principle part of their business before your letters came.

Sorry to hear of the loss of your brig. Colonel T. N. Randolph chooses to partake of part the cargo in preference to the tobacco. Mr. P. Randolph and Mrs. Randolph choose to run the risk of their part of the cargo.

We lost one of our vessels, the other put into Curacao. Since the vessel did not get to Haiti, they did not purchase any of the articles you wanted. I have paid out 600£ per share to all the concern who were within my reach.

I should have been to Matoax to compare and adjust our accounts. Please have the Brig's accounts ready as far as Captain Sargeant's return. Please send me another copy of the account of the first voyage.

Four years since heard from him. Taking of island of Granada by French now makes inquiry possible. Partnership with uncle here expired in January. Is settling affairs. Came here in ship with rum purchased in Granada. Heard of his marriage. Lost three sloops in taking of Granada. Brother (Archie Campbell) arrived from London where he saw Nathaniel Tucker attending hospitals. Count d'Estaing took on troops in St. Domingo and left, probably to Jamaica. No word of W. Byron.

Rubsamen ? informed self St. George was ill. Ill health and ill fortune determined self to quit the army. Sends a solution of St. George's three riddles. Also a little jeu d'esprit. Has called Patsy (wife, Martha (Dangerfield) Bland) from her forte piano to transcribe them. Has been to Springs in Augusta County. (Solution of riddles and "jeu d'esprit" not present.)

I sent your circular letter to Mr. P. Randolph, who will attend the sale. I am leaving tomorrow for Philadelphia. In my absence, if you should need money or the tobacco apply to James Buchanan.

All that I want is 2 pieces of linen. I will get Mr. P. Randolph or Mr. Eppes to bid for me. Sorry to see no muslin among my goods.

I congratulate you on the happy effects of your glorious achievements (birth of Anne Frances Tucker). You were so late in answering my letter that I fear I will not be able to take Richard (Randolph). During your delay, a gentleman from Gloucester made proposals to pay me in the way which was the chief inducement to me. Griffin wrote me that further commissioners were expected from good authority to grant everything we desired, only to treat separately from France.

Enclosing a copy of my proceedings respecting the Brig Sally Van. I would have furnished you with the matter, but I supposed you were indifferent.

I have been unwell lately. It gives me pleasure to hear that my much esteemed, Fanny has escaped the dangers of childbirth and presented you with such a lovely image (Anne Frances Tucker). Give Patty Hall my regards.

Sorry I have not been to Matoax, but that man who is compelled by necessity to the practice of physic must forego very rational pleasure and lay aside all the finer feelings of the man. I hear you have become a father. I remember you insisted on me being one of the sponsors for it. If I can't get to Matoax, you must get a proxy for me.

I cannot attend the sale of the goods saved from the wreck of the Dispatch I have suggested Mr. Cross or Mr. Jorday to represent me.

Thanks for purchasing the linen and please send it by the bearer.

I am supposed to pay you ten thousand pounds in December according to the terms of our agreement. But, as this is inconvenient to me, I am paying eighteen thousand pounds.

The Doctor has beaten me and abused me in the most cruel manner and obliged me to go to different gentlemen's houses for shelter. I swore the peace of him and was determined not to live with him again. But the day before court, he came and made up promises never to strike me again. In three weeks, he tried to make me write a paper that I had taken a false oath against him. I refused and he beat me. I swore the peace of him again and he is now in jail. Please give me all the advice you can and what manner to proceed with him.

I am enclosing a letter to Mrs. (Elizabeth) Coltart. Please supply her with money for her support or to enable her to obtain a separation from her husband. Don't exceed 150 or 200£ a year. I will be accountable to you until you are further advised. I have advised her to procure a separation and if she chooses to go to Bermuda, furnish her with the necessaries for her passage. Advise me as often as you make payments.

Congratulations on birth of daughter (Anne Frances Bland Tucker). Doctor Pope handled Tucker's bid at Gooseley's sale. Tucker's limit barely within first bid. Gooseley paid self £1,000 for part of share Tucker, Doctor Innes and self were partners in. Innes sold his part to Savage. Believes country is safe from invasion. Is believed that 50,000 men have embarked to invade Britain. King will be glad to leave colony in peace. Is said George Washington will attack New York.

Enclosed are sales for 10 hogsheads of tobacco. The net proceeds of 731.7.4 have been put to your credit. We will ship you rum and sugar (enclosure).

I am enclosing a copy of the condemnation of the Brig Sally Van. We are assured you will collect the insurance for us. (Copy of Letter) filed under 1777 December 10.

July 20, I sent you Messrs. Pleasants, Shore, and Company's draft of the set. Also a copy of the protest. No doubt you have heard that your father has gone to England. I have not heard of his arrival. I will transmit the resolve of your council to your brother. I wish that the resolve was on more liberal principal. It now amounts to a prohibition.

I have just returned from Petersburg and found your letter with the invitation and I rejoice with you on the occasion. My better half is engaged in preparing for my father's funeral so that she cannot possibly come. You may expect me by one o'clock tomorrow.

Captain Starke rendered me the enclosed account, which I think is very reasonable. He wants the money. (enclosure).

I am leaving for Philadelphia and I cannot think of leaving Petersburg without exculpating myself from the charge you brought against me, "of being guilty of excessive rudeness to you at Colonel Banister's." My reason was for the way you treated Captain Newton at the sale at South Quay. He came to bid in my name. I don't know what caused you to suppose my character to be so infamous.

I think you must acknowledge that after the letters between us, it was incumbent on you to let me know that you would agree to my requisition or make the payment agreeably to the terms of sale which were advertised and that Captain Newton was to act for you. I thought you did not agree to it.

Last letter to him, intended by Neilson, sent by Captain Porter. Gives him uneasiness that their correspondence so irregular and interrupted. Expects to sail for St. Eustatia to endeavor to retrieve losses lately sustained. Back again in 6 or 7 weeks. His dear little pair (Nancy and Henry Tucker) with aunt (Polly Evans) Best affection to sister (Mrs. Frances (Bland) Randolph Tucker).

I would be very happy to hear from you. If St. George is not able to write, please let me hear from him.

We cannot consent to a tobacco payment for the cable. After receiving Sargeant's letter saying he could not deliver the cable until the money was paid, we sent him the money which he returned and directed us to call on Mr. Baker for the cable. Mr. Crew never mentioned to us that he had settled for the shrouds. We hope you will make application to Mr. Pleasants for payment.

Mamma is in town and she has been very well this summer. We have not heard from Papa since he left. We are sending the other shoes by this opportunity.

Mamma is in St. George's. Many here have perished for want of bread. A small quantity of corn and peas have been brought in. Fresh meats, poultry, are equally scarce. We have not heard of Papa's arrival yet. List of the shoes sent.

I am distressed over your 10 month illness. Doctor Campbell says you are settled in a very unhealthy spot. We have not heard from your Papa.

Heard of her marriage to brother (St. George Tucker) and wishes them happiness. Father (Henry Tucker) sailed 4 months ago to London. Mother (Anne (Butterfield) Tucker) visiting brother and sister (Henry and Frances (Bruere) Tucker) at St. George's for winter. Mr. Tucker has two vessels sailing today for Virginia.

No letter from him for two years. Self lost another child. Father (Henry Tucker) gone to London on public business. Shortage of good food. Mentions children and family matters.

Altho' I have not been favored with a Line ... I must at the same time thank you for completed the business (?) I desired you to do with Mssr. Cowpers.  I received a letter about three weeks since from those gentlemen enclosing me a draft  on St. Eustatia.

Second letter this day. Has uncertain account of brig Dispatch have been run ashore by privateers on capes of Virginia. Received draft from Messrs. Cowper and Company enclosing draft on Eustatia for £500 currency. They said they had given St. George Tucker satisfaction regarding further advance. Will send vessel as soon as possible and hopes it will be there by winter. Has engaged a captain, but needs new masts.

Accept my most cordial congratulations on your marriage. Please let us hear from you as often as possible. We have taken the liberty in making you Godmother to our last. He is called Nathaniel Butterfield.

No certain intelligence of father's Colonel Henry Tucker's arrival in England. Daniel Jennings said reason to believe there had been late arrival from Bermuda. Doctor Richard Tucker informs that Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) had prospect of settling to advantage in town near Searborough. Sorry to hear of loss of St. George's brig. Bills for payment of Adelphi protested. Will be disappointment to father and brother (Henry Tucker). Hears large force sailed from New York. Hopes not intended against Carolina. Remember him to sister (Mrs. Frances (Bland) Randolph Tucker).

Leaving the Commerce's cargo in your hands. Sell the salt for cash. Apply this toward the purchase of the hull. Let her lie until you hear further from us.

I arrived here safely August 9 after a passage of 24 days. I have been well received and am endeavoring to remove the strong prejudice that prevails. It appears that there is not the least prospect of a peace. It is quite uncertain how long my stay here will be. Lord Drummond is now in London. He does everything in his power for the service of our island. Mr. Montresor and his family are also here. He has bought a very genteel house on the best street in London. He has resigned his commission since his arrival. I have also seen Mr. Watts of New York, he lost a leg in Burgoyne's expedition. The two Miss Randolph's are married, the daughters of Mr. John Randolph, Attorney General of Virginia. George Bruere and his wife are here. If you see Colonel Corbin, tell him his son at the Temple is very well. I have seen Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) once. He is settled at Malton in Yorkshire and has a prospect of doing very well. He has been introduced to the Marquis of Rockingham, Lord Carlisle and all the gentlemen of that neighborhood. The former promised him his patronage. He plans to get himself known at York. If he gets the whole business, it will not exceed 2 or 300 £ per year. He is a polite well bred man. He wrote me of the death of his friend Walter Riddell. Mr. Fairfax lives at Bath.

I agree to deliver you 20,000 weight of sugar at Petersburg at £105 per hogshead. You paying half the freight up and you delivering me tobacco at £30 per hundred for the amount thereof, 45 hogsheads. You said could be delivered immediately. (Tucker's answer on back, 1779 December 28).

I agree, except I told you I would deliver forty-five thousand weight of tobacco instead of 45 hogsheads. (On back of letter from Wilson to Tucker, 1779 December 27).

I sincerely congratulate you and your wife on the occasion and hope the dear little Babe will be a comfort to you. We have received letters from your Papa. I hope you have recovered.

Has sent 6 flat bars of iron equal in weight to those received from his wagon. Has delivered his waggoner a hogsheads of molasses, but can't gauge exact amount. Invoice will determine it. Writes that ----- at Richmond is worth £20 per gall and demand is brisk. Report in town that captain of brig has sold cargo of molasses to Mr. Smith of Baltimore for £6.

Congratulates him on the birth of a son. Your brother Henry is settled in Yorkshire

I have planned to visit you, but the weather has been so severe. I expect you want the sales of your salt to settle your old matters. From the accounts enclosed a balance due me of £785.9.7.

Dick (Richard Randolph) ill. Bad weather kept her from visiting Brandon. Durand has made better picture than she expected and is now waiting for him. Sorry they cannot be sent. St. George Tucker is at Petersburg. Has been unwell with sore throat. Children good.

Deed for land in Gloucester County, sold to John Dixon for fifty thousand dollars by Savage witnessed by J. S. Maury Fontaine, Mordecai Throckmorton, Dudley Cary, Armistead Smith, Abraham Boswell.

Again mentions father's safe arrival in England. Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) in rich county at Malton in Yorkshire. Surprised that Tom Tudor Tucker, brother is at St. Eustatia. Congratulates him on child. Regrets fate of his brig. Asks if he has gotten bills for Adelphi renewed. If so, forward them to Daniel Jennings at St. Eustatia. Father wants money before going to England. Uncertainty of conveyance discourages writing.

Impossible to reach Matoax by Monday. Hopes she can meet him at Brandon. Mentions Dick, Theo, and Johnny Randolph. Also Madge, the Pats and St. George. Asks if she has received shoes from Mr. Shore.

By Captain Gray I have shipped you the sugar. I promised you a cask of wine, but it is impossible.  The playing cards I sold to Mr. James Rose of Petersburg. Tell Captain Sargeant that Mr. Brown had disposed of all the white cloth before I came down, but I will reserve the blue for him.

Deliver to St. George Tucker two thousand and sixty-five pounds of tobacco.

Mrs. Smith received a letter from her daughter Coletart, who said you had a son. We have received pleasing accounts of your Papa. I am now in St. George's.  There is a very severe fever raging here, people are dying and some within 48 hours.  I had a letter from Thomas Tudor Tucker and he was in the West Indies.

Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) pleased with prospects at Malton. Regrets brother (Thomas Tudor Tucker) relinquished profession. Taxier ? can not collect insurance of 80,000 livres on Sally Van as underwriters want proof of interest and capture. Asks him to send proof. Also to send certificate that Adelphi made no voyage after arrival in Virginia. It was insured in Holland for trip to France and company wants proof it was sold. Mentions children: promising Hal and George Dutchman Tom, Amazan Nan, delicate Jack, Hercules Nat. Captain Righton has care of things St. George ordered from England for sister. Others will be sent by Captain William Tatem in few days.

Trying to send letter by Durham Hall who is bound for South Carolina. Let the two sons know their friends in Bermuda are very anxious about them. Her husband has arrived back in Bermuda. Sister Fanny had a daughter. Fever raging in town and country. Such a severe winter was never known in Bermuda before.

Durham Hall goes to Charleston. Mr. Taxier insured Sally Van for 80,000 livres, but could recover nothing for lack of proof of interest and capture. Asks him to send proofs to Kirkwood. Also that Adelphi made no voyage after arrival in Virginia. Adelphi insured in Holland for trip to France. Will not refund money without proof it was sold. Daniel Jennings will foward letters. Wants money for Bize's protested bill to settle English affairs. Sister (Frances (Tucker) Tucker) is in the straw. Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) is pleased at Malton in Yorkshire. Marquis of Rockingham is a neighbor.

The day after you left us, Griffin and I went to Richmond and the next day I got to Williamsburg, but I have never passed over such rough roads. I am now determined to keep a batchelor's house. Mrs. Page has had a fine boy since my return.

I must send a vessel from Petersburg tomorrow loaded with tobacco or pay considerable damages. I have fallen short 18 hogsheads. Please lend me that quantity of last years crop.

Informs her that father (Theodorick Bland, Sr is better. Nancy's information was wrong. Father sends his blessing.

Explanation of the lottery scheme. Please have my Negroes removed from Mr. Walton's to one of your plantations. Then they would be at hand, if a chance should come to turn them into something of real value in the West Indies.

Board thought Tucker's request reasonable, but thought permit would be inconsistent with proclamation they had advised for laying the embargo. Knew of no way of sending Tucker's presents than by favor of comptr? under denomination of stores.

Wants to bring their dispute to court in order to obviate the misrepresentations which have been circulating. Suggests Eppes and the other gentlemen involved bring a bill into chancery. Regrets being drawn into a dispute with Eppes whose kindness he has experienced.

Land forces of enemy chiefly on James Island. Batteries there and on south side of Ashley River. Men of war within bar. Their numbers and guns. Also galleys. 6,000 or 7,000 strength by land perhaps. Preparation for defense of town. militia backward in turning out. Works extensive. George Evans? is lieutenant in Continental service. Self appointed physician of Continental hospital. Requests securing proceeds of adventure with Captain Josiah Young against depreciation by purchasing what will at any time command the money.

I have been informed you are blessed with a son. If there is anything I can get for you here, please let me know. I have just received St. George's letter.

St. George's health. Glad to hear of birth of her namesake.

Father and Natty (Nathaniel) are hearty. Want to settle finances in England. Sally Van and other vessels. Mother spending winter in town with them. "Kiss your young Indian for us all."

Messrs Ross Shore & Coy will settle with you the Balance of the Twenty Eight Thousand weight of Tobacco for the Cannon bought from Capt Sargeant."

Letter contained a copy of my little wrenched attempt to be witty on the poor Delegates. And a paltry doggerill Parody on the british. This speech which you had seemed to desire my opinion of. I am afraid some inpertinent inquisitive one has got Possession of those little with which I meant to amuse you. I gave your Elegy on the Death of Mr. Burwell to Nicholson. He promised to print it but has not yet been so good as his Word. I must beg you to send me a Copy of the Letter & complimentary verses to Mrs. Tucker occassioned by the publication of that piece as Dr. Innes informs me. Wife has son on Saturday last. Hopes Woodford & Scott will get to Cha. Town before attack.

Asks for 50 yards of sheeting.

Received your draft on Mr. Ball. The vessel is ready for the sea. Will send it to the eastward for lumber. Will send her in the fall to Virginia addressed to you. Copy of letter filed under date of 1778 August 10.

Please leave your present unhealthy spot. You must consult your health in preference to anything else. There is a dreadful disorder here, which is called the camp fever. It has carried off many people, over 300. We have not had it in our family. Your brother has sent you a little wine. Thank you for the hams.

If she had had any Christian virtue, she would have known his neglect in writing was not intentional and would have written him. Self has penetration to see her neglect. Wife welcomes her to family.

Wrote 20 letters, only one reached him. Received his of March 2. Father in England saw Natty (Nathaniel Tucker), Mr. and Mrs. Monteford and Lord Drummond. Sends principal and interest of Bize's protested bill to D. Jennings in bills or tobacco. Lost money on Adelphi.Taxier cannot recover money on Sally Van. Wife miscarried.

My daughter Betty received your kind favor and apologizes for not writing. She is in the country with her sister and has a sore finger. I am sending her a bonnet and a few little things.

Regrets having to decline dinner invitation. Is returning to Williamsburg next Wednesday.

Asks if young gentleman who is to have care of the boys has arrived. Would like his opinion of the gentleman.

Poem. Received his note by Toby. Glad to hear that Tutor Hearn arrived. Can now answer Hopkinson's application. "So must conclude with wishes many, for health and wealth to you and Fanny." Patsy sends love.

Not able to comply with promise made the other day. Will lend own tobacco to amount of £650 or give an order on account of estate on Archd Robertson and Company to whom he has sold the estate tobacco. St. George ? prefers latter mode so gave him an order on Robertson. Relates terms with Robertson.

I have seen Mr. Tucker who told me he could not conveniently send you the wine.  We received a letter from your Papa. He was indisposed with a bad cold and cough. He will be in England another year. Please send me a few quills and some pens ready made.

Am enclosing an order from Soloman Wilson of Smithfield for 9 hogsheads of tobacco.  I owe this to a gentleman now waiting, please send it by the boy. (Enclosures)

Mr. Randolph is at Williamsburg. Does not doubt he mentioned the subject. Slavish attendance he gives business prevents him from calling at Matoax, but will as soon as possible.

"The Scheme for establishing a circulating medium in Virginia"

I hear they have had a sickly winter in Bermuda, very few families there have escaped from the camp fever. Samuel Harvey has lost his wife, two children, three Negro women, and two Negro men. Mr. Robert Davenport and Mr. Robert Hinson (son of Doctor Joseph Hinson) are dead.

I have not forgotten that I must lend you £300 stg. before Captain Rightson sails, but I have not been able to get to see you. I have sent you the bills to the care of Mr. Nicolson.

My engagements have been such that it has been inconvenient for me to call on you. Mr. Nicolson is waiting on you with them. When shall we meet to settle our accounts.

Captain Stratton informed me that the coffee was in his vessel when she overset and it was totally damaged. I intended sending him to York in order to settle the vessel's former accounts, but hearing that a vessel was about to sail I asked him to go under the convoy. He judges that since the coffee was not demanded until after the loss. it must fall upon the shipper.

Enclosed are bills of David Geddes on Messrs. Thomas Harly and Henry Drummore in London to the amount of £300 stg. I have endorsed the bills payable to your order for account of Messrs. Henry Tucker and Sons.

I brought 1,500 weight of coffee which was shipped by Mr. Samuel Hollingsworth.  I was to have one third for freight. It was to be delivered at Hampton. When I came in, Hampton was frozen. I went up the James River, but there was no vessel going to Baltimore. I started back to Hampton and the schooner got overset by a whirlwind and the coffee was spoiled as the schooner lay under water for ten days.  I understand you intend to bring suit for it.  I am now ready for sea. When I return, I will pay for the damage.

Mr. McNiell says he presented your note to Mr. Claiborne who promised to leave the tobacco with me, but he did not and he didn't give Mr. Rowe any directions. He left work that he should attend the first day in every month at this place for a settlement of his accounts.

Ill and in pain since left her at Ravenscroft. Glad she placed things under Hardaway's care. Not enough wagons for army at Cross Creek. Parted with all continental money. Brother Billy (William Hall) again in army. Sends copy of previous letter. Have distressed inhabitants by impressing their horses. Major General Richard Caswell, General Griffith Rutherford and Barn de Kalb here with 9,400 troops.

Having decided to remain in Virginia. I am referring to you the conduct of the business of the Dispatch in Curacao. On back, a memo of the numbers of Continental Paper money in possession of St. George Tucker, 1776 March 4.

Mr. Beall informed me that Mr. Holloway had an order on you for 14 or 15 hogsheads tobacco. I am informed the order was for 38,000 pounds tobacco of which Mr. Holloway says he has only received 14 hogsheads. Will you this day send me the rest of the tobacco.

I arrived here the 12th of this month. I expect to sail in 2 or 3 hours for Bermuda with Durham Hall. As the tobacco we have in Tatem and Righton is not landed, I shall leave a copy of your memo with Mr. D. Jennings, who will ship the goods.  I presented your order to Messrs. Milner and Haynes, who paid the money on demand, but I used it. Tobacco is much lower than I expected.

Insured brigantine called

Written in French.

Hope you received our letter by Captain Samuel Cowper. Received yours by Mr. Anderson. Including copy of letter from Wills and John Cowper, 1783 August 12. Original filed: 1778 January 31.

You are hereby authorized and requested to draw on Archibald Robertson and Company merchants in Blandford for such sums of money as are due from them to the estate of John Randolph during my absence. You are requested to advance Frederick Hearn from time to time such sums as he may want, not exceeding the amount due to him for his necessary expenditures and to pay him his salary quarterly, half yearly or yearly. Please keep a record of the price of the best crops of tobacco.

I found my Aunt in much better health. She was so pleased with yours and Mrs. Tucker's pictures.  I had a great offer from Captain Goodrick to settle in Bermuda.

Mr. Shore gave me Mr. William Claiborne's order on Mr. Beall in your favor and told me he had drawn the notes he gave Mr. Beall on Mr. Claiborne to accommodate you, as he did not owe any tobacco to Mr. Beall. This I represented to Mr. Beall who informs he is not to pay Mr. Claiborne before Christmas. He is in immediate want of tobacco you owe and requests you will not keep him any longer. Otherwise return Mr. Wilson's order.

We have been very happy with St. George's company. Our conversation has been chiefly on you. I thank you for your's and my daughter's pictures. We have lately heard from your Papa and Brother Natty.

Mr. Beall informs me the order William Claiborne drew upon him in your favor will be received as a payment from you for the tobacco.

I have put into the hands of Duncan Rose to be paid you tobacco notes and orders to the amount of three thousand seven hundred and ninety two pounds of tobacco. There was a mistake in the weight of the sugar, an error in the charge of the wine. Do not let a few pounds of sugar or tobacco or a few gallons of wine make any difference between us. Tell Fanny I will solace myself with a look at her fair visage on canvas.

Mrs. Washington communicated enclosed proposition of sisters of Pennsylvania. Same sentiments displayed in Maryland. Undertakes duty of handing forward scheme. Countrywomen have opportunity of participating. Encloses papers to be disposed of as she thinks proper. On Back: Rich. Williams, J? Scott Colman, William Parsons. (handwriting different). Letter is physically housed in Box 1 of the Tucker-Coleman Thomas Jefferson letters. See staff for assistance.

Thanks for favors by St. George Tucker, nephew. Likes their portraits. Hear often from father (Henry Tucker, in London). Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) is well. Have not heard from Tommy (Thomas Tudor Tucker) since Charleston was taken. Relatives have come to see pictures.

My aunt was happy to see me and I received a warm reception from all my friends. I am living with your mama and she has asked me many questions about you. Never was a place more altered than this. The people who were formerly comfortable are now greatly reduced. Those that were beggars are now gentlemen. Tell Patty Hall that the coffin is made and intead of being filled with cotton as she desired, it will be filled with more valuable articles.

St. George informed me of some tobacco he left in Daniel Jennings' hands to purchase some necessaries for you. I called on his wife's brother who keeps the store and he said the tobacco was not sold. I do not like Sappony as well as Matoax.

Received his by his namesake. Later will write full account of his father's (Henry Tucker) embassy. Now will say he is giving satisfaction to his country, in 2nd year of appointment with allowance of £500 per annum. Self may turn farmer. Needs overseer. May send him wine. Has asked Tucker to recover interest in a mismanaged affair. Asks him to tell Messrs. Cowper that the ship he wrote to them about has sailed from Anguilla to load salt and then to Nova Scotia for lumber and spars. On her return, self will send her to them with load of salt, early in the winter. Is hurried with business. Is taking advantage of the times in respect to trade. When peace comes, will retire as farmer. Will yet make tour of  the continent.

Captain Gabriel Darrel will hand you this. He has on board 300 bushels of salt. We would like to put the matter of purchasing tobacco in your hands.

I have forwarded the bill you sent to John Buckwood. One of your hogsheads. Being too high priced sold for 10. Righton only charged freight for one. The articles will be shipped in a few days.

I should be obliged to the tobacco I had demanded on you for eight months ago. Please pay as I am in need of it.

I have tried in vain to complete your business but am obliged to return your note for want of a printed certificate from Mr. Elliot. I have applied to Mr. Webb about the other £225 put in by the hands of Colonel Innes.  As soon as you get the printed certificate I will have it negotiated.  Can you let me have the tobacco for the rest of your account?

One week since he took seat in great council of nation. Congress has received offer from Morocco for treaty of ? and commerce. England has insulted Holland by cutting out from their harbors in West Indies a number of American vessels.

Captain Darnell's vessel siezed. Vessel liable to condemnation by two acts of Congress unless it can be proved she was sold before seizure. Trial set for October 9th. Asks him to bring or send all resolutions of Congress or assembly relative to Bermuda.

Has ordered Lewis to set out before day break with lamb or mutton, coffee and sugar. In the morning will execute the remainder of her commands.

His favor of August 10 received. Been confined with Broke Bone fever of South Carolina origin. Multifarious and important business before Congress. Providing transportation and supplies for army starving in a country of plenty. Planning a permanent army. Completing the confederacy. Army and allies inactive waiting arrival of 2nd division of French fleet and army which they have heard is on the coast. Consist of 19 ships of the line. Capital operations of the campaign will soon be determined. Will execute his commissions though may be tardy. Portrait of Fanny Frances (Bland) Randolph Tucker over his writing table. This place very extravagant. Fixed in lodgings Mrs. Bland had (formerly Randolphs). Uncertain about continuing there. Enclosed papers best way of sending news. (lacking)

I shall be very happy to deliver up to you or order the proceeds of the brig, which is in tobacco and certificates.

Am enclosing your invoice and bill of lading for three hogsheads of rum shipped. (Enclosures)

Return delayed. About to set off for Rosewell in morning. Captain Darrell prevented from attending trial of his vessel on Tuesday. Therefore trial put off until next Tuesday. Three days after which hopes to see her at Sapponi unless Mr. Todd fails to come to Williamsburg and he has to go to Smithfield. Has had fever but better now. Longs for "a decent home in Williamsburg and small farm contiguous to the town." Wishes she liked the spot as well as he does and could resign the gayties of Matoax for Williamsburg. Aunt Betty sends love to her, Patty Hall and Maria. Has told him a secret as to "some late overtures." He is bringing boys something that will please them.

Arrived safely here after a passage of 30 days. Have most of the onions. The stove wood sold the best. Enclosing his account for things purchased for the Brig Friendship.

I was not able to come to Williamsburg. The proceeds of the cargo are in my hands. Shall be ready to deliver to you on order.

Doctor ? and self omitted to send receipt for money. Has conversed with Colonel Diggs, Captain Burwell, and Doctor ? and Mr. Willis ? today. Hopes to hear before Tucker leaves Williamsburg. Wish for copy of his songs.

I received your letter enclosing your performances in your new character of trumpeter, the whole of your music would have been in the highest degree acceptable had not every verse of your ballad teemed with the accused name of Gates. If you ever saw Gates' proclamation, compare it with the woeful tale I've sent to Congress. I think, the comparison will give you no favorable opinion of Mr. Gates' courage or generalship. James Madison left here two days ago. I wish you could be able to furnish me with 4 or 5 thousand pounds sometime in the next month. If the volunteer scheme succeeds, I can't do without that sum.

A brief account of Benedict Arnold's treason. Major Andre's role in it. His exemplary character. His execution.

The land we were talking of. I still can not give you any particulars, but if you can sport ten thousand guineas or as many pounds stg. I will venture to assure it yours. Our friends of Rosewell are well.

Since my letter yesterday, this matter here begins to wear a very serious aspect with me. I must beg that you'll be very cautious in certain matters. Give the same caution to every one of your family. To know how to act or what to do, I confess at present, puzzles me.

Lack of vivacity in his last letter due to his being alone at Matoax. Petersburg and vicinity dreary. Account of burning in effigy of Benedict Arnold. Major Franks is run off, Clarkson is in jail. Ladies' fashions in hairdressing and shoes grotesque and laughable. Wishes to follow only to extent of husband's purge. Quotes conversation.

Major Andre was hanged the 2nd instant. Died like a gentleman and a soldier. Small circumstance of the rope executed from a Smith in New York will 'tis expected hurry one of Arnold's accomplices and underworkers of his villainous plot. Clarkson, Arnold's former aide, in jail here, on suspicion. Seagrove has been confined. Tucker's friend C-  was examined and admitted to bail.

I will not tell you the news of your native country because you will be better entertained by the bearer. Let me hear from you. If a peace takes place I would like to revisit America.

I am now beginning to load Mr. Jenning's brig Charity and want some tobacco or freight.  I cannot dispose of the rum that I brought in.  As part of the proceeds of the Porgies cargo will be forwarded in freight, please advise what part you can ship in the above vessel.

I thank you for your congratulations on the late increase of my family.  I have not been to Bizarre because I did not have any clothes.  I have found a tailor and hope to have some in a few days.  We expect you tomorrow morning at Randolphsville.

Tomorrow the flat takes a load for the Charity , if you received the tobacco from Mr. Cole, please sent it down. Send notes or an order on Mr. Cole for them. I hope you can send 40 to 50 hogsheads.

Three days before I bought the boat I was taken sick.  Mr. Todd came part of the way with me in his boat, but hearing an English fleet was in Hampton Roads, he turned back - the boat cost 19,100£.

The maneuvers of the enemy make it necessary that the corps of volunteers raised under the auspices of Colonel Lawson should march down to the lower country. Keep in Petersburg the spirit, gin, and spurs which you got for me. If you should turn out in the military line before I arrive, leave matters so I can get every thing.  I have lost my new boots. I think maybe I left them at Matoax. The report of the day is that a part of the enemy's fleet is at York and another part of them coming up the James River.

Wrote last letter under effects of Broke Bone fever which has effect similar to a severe budgeting. Regrets that Hygeia as well as Ceres has not chosen Matoax for residence. Regrets his sister's (Frances (Bland) Randolph Tucker indisposition). Self's rib Martha (Dangerfield) Bland has increased in latitude almost as much as in longitude. Is two feet taller than when she left Virginia. Matters before Congress too weighty and numerous to discuss in letter. Had pretty full confirmation of combined fleets of France and Spain having taken almost the whole of a fleet of East and West Indiamen (5 of the former). Gentleman at Cadiz wrote President of Congress part had arrived at that port. Don Barcelo took 5 provision ships before Gibralter. These and southern successes have encouraged Congress. Dick Meade who carries this letter will tell news. There were 1,000 Highland soldiers taken in the captured fleet.

I will settle the freight of the 2 hogsheads of rum on the best terms I can. The money left with me by Mr. Hearne is 1,227£. I presented your order on Mr. Goode for the 5 hogsheads of tobacco, he says the matter was settled by Mr. Watts. It was settled by an order given you on Colonel R. Randolph for the tobacco as Watts had sold a horse to him for that quantity. The news of the day is Colonel Innes informed the Governor that the enemy had been at Hampton and plundered the inhabitants of everything. They made no disinction of either Whig or Tory.  They have embarked and our people are now in possession of Hampton. Two deserters say they intended to pay Richmond a visit, however, that is ridiculous, they are not strong enough.

I delivered 271 bushels of salt to Mr. Armistead, which is all I have delivered here.  I had 2 bushels left.  I have delivered the coffee to your man unweighed.

I have sent 3 barrels of flour manufactured from wheat of my own. The wheat that you sent from the plantation was so indifferent, it was impossible to make flour for your purpose. I thought it advisable to throw yours into the public bulk in order to discharge taxes. Mr. Osborne promises to send me some wheat made on high land. Beverley Randolph took his departure for headquarters in Prince Edward yesterday.

I would have answered your letter before this if it had not been for the invasion, which put all business aside. I should have written you from Hampton that the Porgie had been sold, but Captain Darrel was leaving for Petersburg that day and then was prevented by sickness from going.

Does not write as often as St. George. From last letter judges he is a spy in enemy's camp. His accomplishments have advantage of his (some-how-or-other) brother Ryland Randolph. Suspension could have no effect on him. Does not write seriously. Dines tomorrow with Mons. de la Luzerne.

I have not been able to pay you a visit. I was not able to settle my public accounts when last in Richmond so that I had to borrow £250 today to answer a demand. Tomorrow I expect another demand. Could you conveniently supply me with some cash in a few days?

There is due me one hundred and eighty-seven pounds for the Porgie and the registration fees.

I am still in want of 20 or 25 hogsheads of tobacco to complete the Charity's load. If you can ship that quantity, send it by the flat.

I have rendered Captain Darrel every service at your request. I have already advanced him £600. E. Watts has returned so you can settle the matter of the five hogsheads of tobacco.

St. George is rid of the Philistines which have been upon them. Country should oppose enemy at a distance and use respite to organize militia. Confederacy of neutral maritime powers is complete. Portugal has succeeded to it. Catherine of Russia has astonished all Europe with this stroke of policy which checks Britain's ungoverned ambition to be lord of the ocean. Heaven seems to approve by sending storm to West Indies Islands. Peace should find their country firmly confederated. If self can find Banister's account against Randolph in papers, will send order for payment. If not, Father (Theodorick Bland, Sr.) can give order on duplicate. Mr. Osborne will execute. Have had noblemen from French army in Rhode Island: Marquis de la fayette, Viscompte de Noailles, Count de Deux Ponts and Baron de Montesquieu, son of famous writer, and Major genral Chastellux.

Sorry he has not written. Benedict Arnold's treason. Has written a "little piece" re the Arnold affair. Execution of Andre. Invasion of Virginia. Mountaineers who killed Ferguson and destroyed his army. Paper money. Muhlenberg is here with 800 men. Lawson's men were kept in the state. Hears Page has offered himself as a delegate. Sumter-Tarleton battle. Original owned by F. Rappertt, New York City (1930's).

I asked Banks if he could take any tobacco or freight, but it is out of his power. Captain Darrell will tell you what money will be necessary to defray his expenses. I have already paid upward of £700.

I was informed after I applied to Mr. Hilton for the cash to pay the warehouse charges that I should apply to you. The charge is 320£. I am without meat for the sea. Should I get the meat here or Petersburg. Please send me about 500£.

Encloses money order on Mr. John McGeorge in Shore's favor for £153.4.1 to invest in articles he has memorandum of, to be shipped by first safe conveyance. Endorsed Doctor Lre to Thomas Shore and c....

Pay to order of Thomas Shore £153.4.1 being net proceeds of two hogsheads of tobacco shipped to his address by Sloop Mercury, William Tatem master, which will be his discharge from St. George Tucker. (Enclosure in letter to Thomas Shore of same date)

The enclosed letter (1780 July 5) was put under my care by Mr. Texier to forward to you. I had the misfortune to be taken in the Chesapeake Bay by the Iris Frigate. Captain Dawson took the liberty of opening your letter. I recommend a speedy reply to Mr. Texier's demand.

Entertains not smallest doubt of his wishes to serve him. Distresses perhaps more imaginary than well founded. Intentions not yet known to self. Can see nothing that promises to extricate him from perpetual dependence.

I cannot express my fears for your safety. I am anxious to hear from Brother Tommy (Thomas Tudor Tucker) and St. George. Papa is still in England. Our new Governor has arrived to the great joy of the inhabitants, who were quite impatient under the tyranny lately exercised over them. The council and other officers of the government suspended by the Lt. Governor are restored to their respected places. He returns to England immediately. The late collector and Mr. Randle are dead. Brother Harry is secretary and provost marshall, purchased by Papa of Mr. Obrian. Natty (Nathaniel Beverley Tucker) is well making acquaintances, but not getting much money. Our friend Miss Caty Tucker is married to Jamey Hall. Sister and Mr. Tucker are farming at the Hermitage. This island is much distressed for provisions of every kind and every article raised to an exorbitant price. Eggs, 2 bits apiece.

Maria and the children arrived here last night in good health. The boys have bad colds. Write everything that is new, for we remain here in ignorance. We hear false rumors. I propose to set out Wednesday next for the scene of action. I do not know how my gouty limbs will stand it. You have a superfluity of fodder at Bermuda Forest. I will take all of it you can spare.

I always have near my heart my Aunt's situation. The things I have heard recently have been distressing. I am not certain of the place of your abode. Little Henry St. George's crop has been finished for some time.

The day I arrived at Hampton I was driven up again by the British. The day the British marched on Richmond, they took the boat from me. The next day they left the boat and when I came on board the cargo, rigging, and sails had not been disturbed, the provisions and all other necessaries were carried off. Where to replace them, I cannot tell.

I have at last accomplished my long and tedious business and hope to leave Bermuda in six or eight weeks. I congratulate you on the birth of a son (Henry St. George Tucker). We had a letter yesteday from your brother Tommy (Thomas Tudor), he and the children are well. He talks of sending the children to Bermuda in the spring.

Their letters are proof of their improvement in learning. Best thing they can send him is a well written letter. Loves them all equally.  (To Richard). Is pleased with his marks of duty and improvement. His modesty is amiable. His cousin Bob (Robert Bland ?) thanks him for his love. (To Theodorick). Hopes cause of his not being mentioned in previous letter is removed. Quotes Theodorick who wrote, " as good a Boy as either of his brothers." Will be Theodorick's own fault if he does not deserve everything self can do for him. Has no favorites. Bob wishes he were able to write. Goes to school and improves fast. To Jack (John of Roanoke). His letter clever though dictated to his father. Sends love to all.

Has had rheumatic pain in shoulder. Difficulty to answer his complicated question concerning loan office. Scale of depreciation not at hand though it has been published. Will send as soon as possible. Congress intends to pay just value of principle and interest to money lenders and to establish permanent funds for doing so if states will allow. Impossible to adjust a scale of depreciation usable thorughout continent. Will use universal standard and make liberal allowance in adjustment of what has been lent. Will establish funds for payment of interest and reduction of principle by dividends as soon as possible. Standard heretofore has been the precious metals and their value regulated by exchange. Commodities and produce would be subject to fluctuation and speculation. Supposed depreciation of new money is owing to quantity of old remaining in circulation and to state emissions. Circumstance will be remedied when first two are called in and last funded. St. George's reasoning is plausible when applied to Virginia alone, but public would be injured by making price of tobacco at time of loan a standard of depreciation for whole continent. Must repeat that it is firm intention of Congress to do strict justice to holder and community at large if states will enable them by granting funds until war debts are paid. Paper medium will find its own balance. Redemption will be absorbed. Congratulations on son (Henry St. George). Sorry Mr. Osborne declines business. Hopes St. George, Father (Theodorick Bland, Sr.), and Mr. Randolph find proper man for his place. Has no objection to Mr. Woodson. Would keep Osborne for Privy Councillor. His abilities and integrity may be relied on.

Doctor Innes can tell him how far self complied with his advice. Glad Mrs. Tucker is in place of safety. Will visit him if smallpox is not in camp. Wishes journal of his campaigns and fame of his exploits reach self. Also of brother Beverley ?

Since the Netherlands are now at war with England much American trade will go to the Dutch. The author suggests his firm for such dealings.

Invoice of merchandise shipped by order and for account and risk of St. George Tucker at Matoax. By order on John McGeorge for £153.4.1. Of this amount, £32.7.5 balance due Tucker. List includes mustard, thread, silk gloves, tea, paper, mace, cloves, chocolate, scissors, ivory handled knives, and forks, calico, lace.

I expect to send an agent to Bermuda to obtain a supply of salt for the state, for which the Bermudians will be paid in Indian corn. I would like your advice on the matter. The person I intend to send as an agent is a man of character. He will have a copy of the Act of Assembly and other papers giving him full power. Please send me some letters to such gentlemen as you think it would be safe to communicate this business with. Mr. Robert Crew, who is the person I intend to send to Bermuda. He will consult with you on the intended plan. Please keep his visit a secret.

Please deliver to Messrs. Pierce and Wilson on their order two hogsheads of tobacco weighing 2,500 weight for provisions supplied the schooner Porgie.

Appointment of St. George Tucker major commandment of a battalion of militia. Signed by Robert Lawson.

I forwarded a letter from Colonel Bland in Congress to you. It came by the express sent there from General Lawson. Benedict Arnold remains at Portsmouth. There is a French 64 gun ship and two frigates in our bay. They are now supposed to be cruising off our capes watching Mr. Arnold. What it is said is recalled by Sir Henry Clinton because a storm drove a British 74 on shore and lost it. Two 64 gun ships were dismasted. The London of 90 guns was driven to sea and supposed to be lost. This has given the superiority to the French on the coast. I hope they will visit our bay and get Mr. Arnold with a body of troops. It is thought he is building a number of boats that he will carry them to the sound by way of the North Landing and proceed towards Beaufort to form a junction with the British at Cape Fear. Cornwallis was encamped at Hillsborough about eight days ago. It is supposed he will also form a junction at Cape Fear. General Casewell gave the British a good fight, killing, wounding, and taking about 400. John Paul Jones in the Ariel has arrived in Philadelphia from France. Colonel Banister had an express from Mr. Booth saying his son Theodorick died February 20th.

Mr. Peirce calls for this. All better except Richard Randolph. Knows nothing of eastern army. Harry (Henry St. George Tucker) not yet appeared. Is repairing smoky little cabin. Intend going to Randolphsville to stay a week. Patty (Martha Hall) joins boys in good wishes. Asks if he has a coat and hat yet.

Inquires as to her health and begs her to send for Doctor Hall if not improved. Asks after Patty Hall, Maria and the children. Is now two miles beyond Roanoke. General Green very strong. 400 men under Colonel Munford 400 regulars from Chesterfield Courthouse and 300 with him make above one thousand of the number. General Cazewell has strong army in Newburn road should Cornwallis take that route. Cornwallis said to be at Hillsborough or on Salisbury Road. General Green about 20 miles this side of Hillsborough. Lee has had one or two successful skirmishes. Beverley Randolph writes. Sends messages to Patty Randolph and boys and girls.

Wrote him by return of last flag to Virginia. Understood British troops under General Benedict Arnold moving towardh St. George's neighborhood. Happy in observing did not reach Petersburg. Requests sending sum put in his hands by Brice and Company in Wilmington. Inquires if St. George can get money. If he sends certificates of pay due him from Congress. Asks if would be paid in old bills or bills of new emission. Would they be equal to specie or what loss might be expected? Pay is four dollars a day. Commander-in-chief of southern troops proper person to apply to. Let him know accomplishments of niece (Anne Frances Bland Tucker) Tenders affections to sister (Mrs. Frances (Bland) Randolph Tucker). Miss Polly Evans and George Evans? give compliments. Remember him to cousin St. George Tucker if with him. Gentleman who saw father (Colonel Henry Tucker) tells him he and brother Nat (Nathaniel Tucker) well.

He is now eighteen miles of Hillsborough. Expects to join General Greene day after tomrrow. General intelligence bad. Believes General Lawson above Hillsborough and General Cornwallis about 20 miles from thence on Salisbury Road. Moving back towards Hillsborough. Colonel Skipwith joined them last night with verbal account that she was well. Printed in Magazine of American History,Vol. 7, July 1881, pages 36-46.

A Captain Darrell of the schooner Porgey has left an order on you for 2,500 weight of tobacco for supplies furnished the Porgey.

Wrote by Bernard Gaines yesterday. Received her letter by Mr. Pierce. Marched yesterday to look for Cornwallis who apparently did not choose to fight. Lee and Washington took 20 prisoners. Tarleton evidently afraid of those two partisan officers. Dined with General Greene where he met Doctor Armstrong who sent Baise mains to her. Mentions Beverley Randolph and Skipwith. Copeland joined them at General Lawson's. Is chaplain of regiment and obtained lieutenancy in Artillery under his uncle Charles. Wishes she could meet General Person's lady. Encloses letters from her brother (Theodorick Bland) to the boys. Syphax wishes his family informed that he is well. Printed in Magazine of American History, Vol. 7, July, 1881, pages 36-46.

Joined General Greene last night and are this moment marching to attack Lord Cornwallis. Pay no attention to terrible stories of camp life Bernard Gaines may tell. Printed in Magazine of American History, Vol. 7, July, 1881, pages 36-46.

General orders issued by General Greene. Preparations for field day. Mentions gallant behavior of soldiers under L.C. Washington, L.C. Lee, Colonels Campbell and Lynch, Virginia militia under Brig. Generals Stephens and Lawson, regulars under General Huger, Maryland regiments under Captains Singleton and Finlay.

Tells all he knows of Battle of Guilford Court House. He and Beverley Randolph tried to rally their regiment when surprised by enemy from rear. Some of Virginia militia conducted themselves well. Others should blush to accept Col. Greene's thanks. Whole army retreated in good order to Iron Works about 15 miles from field of battle. Said to have lost between 600 and 700 men. Losses not great except for artillery. Awaiting Capt. Singleton's return from Prince Edward with some artillery to consider attacking again. Does not believe Cornwallis will risk another victory at such a price. Would like fresh orses to meet him at Owen's Ferry on Roanoke when he returns.

Last letter informed self they were going to Bizarre. May have deposited Fanny (Frances (Bland) Randolph Tucker) and children in safety and gone to attack of Arnold and Cornwallis. Has received his bantling (brat). A fine girl. Only fault is one caused by St. George's friend. Ship with Meade family. In short letter he used word mede three times, probably compliment to David, Dickie and Everard. Joking aside, piece has pleased many good judges. Requests he remit small balance in tobacco in a bill on this city. Needs hard money. Requests also that he apply to proper office for self's depreciation of pay due self which state has issued to officers. Self's to be reckoned to 10th of January, 1780 when resignation was accepted. Cannot pay for Fanny's (Frances (Bland) Randolph Tucker) picture of St. George's locket. Encloses an oratorio which was performed at the Minister of France's hotel (lacking).

Had account of action of 15th (Battle at Guilford Court House). Letter from Beverley Randolph forwarded by Mrs. Randolph said St. George was at Laura Town. Fears he too hurt to travel. Believes only note from her he has received is one delivered by Peirce. Mopsy (Anne Frances Bland (Tucker) Coalter?) is fat, talks prodigiously and will walk in a fortnight. Henry St. George begins to know her. Maria Rind is in status quo. Patty (Martha Hall) is better. Hall's prescription is of service to self. Beverley Randolph mentions trip to Randolphsville in three weeks. Asks if she can hope to see him there. Yarmouth begs to be remembered to Syphax. She and his children are well. Patty says St. George must be descendant of Bangnams as she hears only of his bravery. Love from Patty and Maria.

Anxiety abated since his letter received. Fears his wound is worse than he expresses. Asks if there is probability of his returning to camp before his tour of duty expires. Would send the chair that he might return in more comfort. General Robert Lawson has her thanks for his genteel conduct towards St. George. Doctor Armstrong also kind. He may tell Colonel Beverley Randolph that Mrs. Martha (Cocke) Randolph and Lucy are well. Ladies have all had letters from respective husbands. Previous letter sent by Johnston filled with womanish fears. Captain Archer of Lee's Legion paid her attention. She sent nothing to St. George though he offered to take anything. Self has known General Parson's and lady for ten years. She is poetess. Fatal fever about Richmond and Peterburg has killed great numbers. Sufferers die on third day and not one has recovered. Reported that Mrs. Banister has died and Colonel John Banister may follow. Sight of afflicted must be shocking. Dick (Richard Randolph) had fever last night. Jack John of Roanoke has an ague. Boys all send messages. Patty (Martha Hall) says Maria Rind is not in status quo as she has a large roll of meal across her forehead. They prefer Indian powder to French. Fan and Hal (Anne Frances Bland (Tucker) Coalter and Henry St. George Tucker) are well.

Writes to introduce Doctor Armstrong. No courtesy will overbalance the attention he has received from him in camp. Major McGill has promised to call on her. General Greene has expressed the hope that he will meet her. Printed in Magazine of American History, Vol. 7, July, 1881, page 36-46.

Happy of having favorable opportunity of writing by General Scott. Last to him was by Colonel Heath. Requests his sending in tobacco money in hands of Brice, Walker and Craike in North Carolina. Repeats requests whether St. George able to send his pay upon his sending certificates of amount due.

Says friends who flocked to her at Matoax will not visit her at Bizarre. Sorry to hear St. George is with Greene. Self, who used to be domestic, is taken up with dissipation of Philadelphia, though moderate in comparison. A gentleman saw her letter to Mr. Tucker in Richmond post office torn to pieces. Letter opened and thrown about. Account of balls at French ministers. The Chevalier de la Luzerne, minister of France, is own favorite. Her old acquaintance, Colonel Dubuisson, aide-de-camp to Baron de Kalb, is prominent. Has recovered from wounds. Blands have taken country house (Fairy Hill) 4 miles from city on Schuylkill. Hopes her fears about Cornwallis are ended and her soldier (St. George Tucker) returned. Meriwether Smith is resigning seat in Congress. Virginia is curiously represented. James Madison, clever in Congress, but nothing engaging or bearable out of it. Joseph Jones, who looks like a Presbyterian priest in black. Meriwether Smith with a grimace like a baboon. Clever oratorio last Friday at minister's of France? In cast was Richard Bache, son-in-law of Benjamin Franklin. Minister dislikes music and dancing, but sacrifices his time to policy of French court. Had a play performed by students in the College a few days ago. An immense crowd. Wishes Fanny were there to enjoy it.

Regrets her ill health. Knows Hearn cannot long be proper tutor for Randolph boys. Is trying to find one to replace him. None please self except Doctor Armstrong who is now with Greene's army. Little relaxation will not hurt the boys. Anxious about their estates. Would like to have a statement of their estates. Condition of their education depends on finances. Believes a proper person should be employed to examine crops, profits, expenditures and accounts of their estate. Suggests Mr. Osborne if he has not quitted the business. Temporary repairs are all self would advise in wartime. Might bind out to good smiths, carpenters, coopers, and shoe makers a Negro boy for each of the Randolph boys. St. George Tucker desired self not to engage a tutor until he heard from him. Self esteems himself particularly charge with their education. Suggests St. George Tucker propose matter to Doctor Armstrong. Self will also attempt it through other channel. On 16th March last French fleet prevented from entering harbor (Delaware bay?) by contrary winds. Superior British fleet met them in drawn battle. British rather worsted but got into Chesapeake Bay and frustrated American plans against Arnold, Cornwallis and Company for a time. French went back to ? where they now are.

I have been waiting for an opportunity to the West Indies. Old Mrs. Bruere will sail for London in a few days and your brother intends to send Harry and George with her. Mr. H. Tucker has removed to his new plantation which he has named Hermitage. We were informed that you have removed from Matoax to Sappony.

Only sufficient paper to acquaint her that Peel (Charles Willson Peale) has finished Mr. Randolph's picture. Sees some likeness though not as great as at first. He is forever making alterations. Price is six guineas. Her (Frances (Bland) Randolph Tucker) locket not yet mended. Peale expects glass daily. Mentions little rivers in which Nancy Curry (Nancy (Curry) Wells? and self went bathing. Regards to Mrs. Johnson. Note evidently enclosed with a letter.

If she knew what a picture of distress self was she would not wish his picture to be handed down to posterity. Has not one shilling, cannot borrow, has a wife and child, four servants, five horses to support, no hay or corn in stable, no bread or meat in the house, no expectation of remittance from Virginia, expectation of hearing his house and plantation destroyed by enemy (having landed at City Point) and marched to Blandford. Requests aid from father (Theodorick Bland, Sr.) Picture of Mr. Peyton? Randolph finished long ago. It and locket are in painter's hands, (Charles Willson Peale). Can obtain them only for hard money. Wondered when told that St. George was wounded by the bayonet of a Continental soldier. Heard correct story from Colonel Peter Fayssoux.

Requests Fanny (Frances (Bland) Randolph Tucker) to date her letters. Wishes entire responsibility for engaging tutor for Randolph boys. Should St. George Tucker, father Theodorick Bland, Sr. and self all engage one, the boys would be over-tutored. Is not safe these days of speculation and inspection of letters to write much of politics. Enemy with Tory coadjutors have robbed three mails to the northernward and published contents. They may expect the fine Pennsylvania line with the gallant Wayne. Exertions are made to supply them (Virginia?) with good arms. King of France has sent quantities of clothing. 1st and 2nd division of French fleet will proably be in Delaware Bay by time this letter reaches them. States will not be convinced that Congress should have sovereign powers until they are on the brink of ruin. To this is owing the embarrassed finances, low conditon of navy, weakness of army, lack of supplies. States are so lax in gathering taxes that not less than 100 million of arrears is due U.S. treasury. Money in circulation is depreciating. Have at last gotten a superintendent of finance (Robert Morris) with much power. Situation hopeless unless states give to Congress the sole right of issuing money and obliging individuals to pay taxes and levying taxes to carry on commerce, enroll seamen, etc. Will not joke about the bayonet wound at which St. George hints. Hears self's friend, Major General William Phillips, has destroyed Manchester, Warwick, Osborne's, Petersburg, Battersea and Blandford. Expects to hear own property is destroyed. Hopes father (Theodorick Bland, Sr.) can send him hard money. Asks for accurate account of British and American army and of his and father's property. Has heard of his man Joe. Minister of France has promised to have him safe?.

Please inform me of the state of affairs to the southland. I wish I could afford to attend yet as a volunteer. Would it be very expensive or could I be genteely and at the same time usefully occupied to my country, in any way that would bear my expenses. I feel I should enter in some way into the service of my country.

I had a letter from the Governor informing me that the militia ordered to reinforce General Greene were to rendezvous at Prince Edward Court House and Taylor's Ferry, to oppose the progress of Lord Cornwallis or join General Greene as exigencies may demand. The enemy's light horse number about 200 and they were yesterday at Colonel Brookings in Amelia. I am just informed by an express from Carter's Ferry that the enemy with about 500 select troops and 200 horses are on their march to this place to destroy the stores at the Court House. These accounts determine me to set out tonight with my aide, Major Archer, Abraham Venable, and Captain Overstreet for Amelia. I wish you to use your alacrity in collecting and marching to the post at Prince Edward Court House, all the men that can be armed. I think Colonel Randolph and Colonel Skipwith will unite their endeavors with yours on this occasion.

Sad news about Tucker's plantation. Jack is dead, attended once by Doctor Manlove. Useless to ask Doctor Greenway. Negroes ill or gone to enemy. Cornwallis joined Arnold. Met party at Hick's Ford. Rumors of forces. Negroes deserting.

Joint letter announcing their safe arrival at Roanoke, signed by J. F. Armstrong, P. Hall, M. Banister, Maria Rind, Richard Randolph, T. B. Randolph and John Randolph. Tucker's reply in rhyme on blank page of letter. Written from Donovan's Creek, 1781 June 11.

The Baron is retreating from Point of Fork to Prince Edward Court House. She must move out of way at once. Leave Phill and Hercules at Bizarre. Send for horses from Bermuda Forest and Randolphsville. Mr. Marsden will deliver this letter. To inquire as to road at James Fretwell's Ordinary

Wrote to her by Syphax at 1 o'clock. Now informs her no immediate necessity of removing. Enemy not at Buckingham Court House nor have they crossed James except at Point of Fork. Only about 100 strong there. If emergency arises, she will be warned and must take route pointed out. Messages to children, the Pats, Maria and Mrs. Hurleston.

Obliged for his letters and interest. Her boys do need assistance. Have grown idle and troublesome for want of a tutor. St. George Tucker's absence and large family makes it impossible for her to give them necessary attention. Cannot give satisfactory answer about finances. There is no account about crops, payment of taxes, kept by Mr. Osborne or anyone else. Puzzled about property. Always believe it wrong not to have annual settlement. As she is on plantation will prevent embezzlement here (Bizarre) and at Roanoke. Only 150 bushels of wheat besides seed. Stock not increased. Tobacco carried to Petersburg though. Arnold was in river and she forbid it. Thus all burnt. Lands are cut down to disadvantage. Shall see him (Osborne, overseer?) resign. Has not seen father for six months. Hears he is livng with Bob Bolling and has gout. Everything at Farmingdell (Theodorick Bland's plantation in Prince George County) is destroyed by the British (1781 April). Phillips put a protection on door for civility shown him by Bland. Soldiers knew house and injured it particularly. Mrs. Jameson left today. Had been surprised by army. Many thousand Negroes carried off. Might give ten hogsheads tobacco for tutor. Doctor Armstrong averse to that task. House always full of company. Virginia left to fight alone. Gratitude should send northern states? to assistance. If not, Cornwallis will visit in Philadelphia. He has reached Fredericksburg by this. St. George had bayonet wound penetrating 1 1/2 inches between bones of his leg. He may be ordered to South. Doctor Armstrong will be so long on the way that news will be old. Mrs. N. Harrison, Mrs. Peachy died last week with smallpox. Doctor Black and Polly Clayton also dead.

The enemy moved up day before yesterday to Goochland's old Court House with the purpose of destroying the stores at this place. This makes it necessary that you join me immediately as there is not a field officer with the 300 militia here. The Amelia men with Major Overstreet have joined its Marquis. The Brunswick men will join tomorrow. Order all the militia from Prince Edward Court House to make a forced march to this army. I am going to Carter's Ferry immediately at the request of the Baron. We have just been informed that the enemy's light horse entered Charlottesville yesterday. The body that was at Goochland Court House was up as high as Paine's Ordinary last night.

A return of the Regt. of militia commanded by Colonel Tucker 1781 June 8th.  Signed, J. Wagnon, adjt.

Baron is retreating from Point of Fork to Prince Edward Ct. House. She must move out of way at once. Leave Phill and Hercules at Bizarre. Send for horses from Bermuda Forrest & Randolphsville. Mr. Marsden will deliver this letter -- to inquire as to road at James Fretwell's Ordinary.

Syphax arrived a three o'clock. His news alarmed them. Were setting out but knew not where. Arrival of Guy relieved them. Much fatigued. Child (Henry St. George Tucker) has been cross and unwell. Syphax brings his trunk, mattress and noggins. Affections from children, Mrs. Hall and girls. The Doctor writes. Young Aura folded last night after working up in the wagon.Published: Coleman, p. 60.

Glad she did not set out before Guy reached her. The Baron took leave yesterday. The Militia halted here and the Regulars marched to Roanoke. Enemy had not crossed at Carter's Ferry yesterday a.m. General Lawson now at Court House. Will try to get his permission to visit her. Is enclosing a few lines from General Scott. Exchange of prisoners in southern department arranged between General Greene and Cornwallis. They will arrive at James Town on board Flags on 15th. Hopes to see his Brother before long. Sends messages to the children and company?

Rhyme, 11 June 1781, in answer to their joint letter in answer to their joint letter noting their arrival at Roanoke. Written on blank page dated June 1781 addressed to Col. St. George Tucker with Gen. Lawson's Brigade fronm James F. Armstrong. Letter signed by 7 names above in James F. Armstrong's handwriting.

Wrote to her by Syphax at 1 o'clock. Now informs her no immediate necessity of removing. Eneemy not at Buckingham Ct. House nor have they crossed James except at P t. of Fork. Only about 100 strong there. If emergency arises she will be warned and must take route pointed out.

When at Bizarre he sent Jenny and Hannah with Arthur and 2 horses from Bermuda Forrest to Roanoke. Asks that she send Arthur back to him. Called at Beverley's. Mrs. Randolph has small-pox.  Doctor Burk still at Randolphsville. The Baron's corps joined them last night. Is now reconnoitering ? at about Carter's Ferry. Hears Cornwallis is down river as low as Goochland Court House. The Marquis is moving towards James River. He hopes to form junction with Baron and Lawson. Daniel Hylton had moved to Elk Hill where he lost his furniture and 16 Negroes. He made his escape. Deeply touched by his misfortune. Also friend Innes's. Wishes her to stand ground until she can return to Bizarre. If the Marquis has sufficient horse, he will be strong enough to attack when Baron and Militia join him. Wayne, Weedon and Nelson have numbers. Cumberland and Powhatan Militia may augment still more.

Has not heard from her. Hopes little Fan is better. Is sending this by Doctor Fayssoux. Has not met the Marquis yet but he and Skipwith expect to make their congees to him soon. Hopes Cornwallis may retire before the Marquis. Hears a fleet of 34 sail in James River and hopes they are to convey the troops to New York where he hears Washington has the Army of the States and their allies.

Little Fan Anne F.B. (T) C. is better though fever not quite off. May send to Doctor Cunningham who lives at Mr. Spedes. Jack John of Roanoke has been ill. Has ordered people to return to Bizarre with work horses. If no alarm they may be removing also. Asks for news and route he will probably take.

Express brought news of British retreat. Fan (Anne F.B. (T.) C.) perfectly recovered. Probability of safety tempts her to return to Bizarre but will await his orders unless low grounds here too unhealthy. Suspense of not hearing. Mrs. Harleston will set out for Philadelphia as soon as flag arrives. Doctor Peter? Fayssoux too taken up in his importance with the Marquis to give her satisfactory answer.

Received her favor by Arthur. Glad little Fan is better. Sorry Jack (John Randolph of Roanoke) is not well. They have a formidable Army. The British are moving towards Williamsburg. Their intention not yet ascertained.

Wrote by Doctor Fayssoux that he had not met the Marquis Lafayette. Has now done so and describes him. Also describes the Pennsylvania line. Army has between 5,000 and 6,000 men. Cornwallis is marching towards Williamsburg. Mrs. Harleston may hope to see her mama. He hopes to see his Brother. She may return to Bizarre at her convenience. But should remain prepared for flight.

In a few days she may have his Brother's company although there is No news yet of Charlestown Fleet. Whole of Enemy's Army at Williamsburg. Small skirmish between advance party and Simcoe few days ago. Many of militia have deserted. Innes in camp yesterday. Left his lady with Mrs. Page who is about 20 miles from Rosewell up York River. She has become too cumbersome to travel. Let Patsey Randolph know these circumstances. Regards to Beverley and Lucy. Colonel Holcombe will bring Hob (horse) with him. Asks that she send him the sorrel by Beverley. Sends greetings to the Doctor, Mrs. Harleston, and the boys and girls.

His letter of May 25th received yesterday. Judge they think it not important to write since mail does not arrrive for a month. Requests that they transmit him news as soon as possible, either by writing or by establishing corespondence with those near the scene of action. Glad that their countrymen have decided to look at home for deliverance. Defense and prevention of future war can best be done (without a superior navy) by organizing militia and fortifying passes of rivers. Congress has agreed to make good the depreciation to the medical staff of the army. Brother (Thomas Tudor Tucker) will receive pay in specie or equivalent. Mode of payment is through purveyor or who returns estimates to Congress on which warrants issue on treasury. Doctor Brown is deputy purveyor for southern hospitals. Self has been forced to draw a bill on (John?) Banister for £1?00 specie. Hopes his friends can make it up for him. Self must have double that due him plus his crops. Has written to Sturdevant, father (Theodorick Bland, Sr.), Yates, and (John) Banister on same subject. Army has joined French troops near New York in preparation for vigorous attack on New York. Hopes enforcements from Pennsylvania, Delaware and Maryland will enforce southern armies. Financial matters improving under Robert Morris. Hopes Congress of American colonies will cut no mean figure when powers of Europe meet to establish peace.

Mentions letters to her by Doctor Fayssoux and Colonel Holcombe. Feu de Joye yesterday celebrated anniversary of independence. Skipwith's Major Purnell shot in tent accidentally. Arm injured. Attended entertainment given by Marquis (Lafayette) where he met Colonel Steuart who wears a plume almost as large as General Wayne. Pennsylvania line abounds in such decorations. The Enemy have quitted Williamsburg. Hear they are embarking at Jamestown. No news of Charlestown fleet. Sends messages to Mrs. Harleston, the Pats, Maria, and the Doctor (Armstrong).

His scolding at her not writing indicates his affection. She wrote an incoherent letter by Beverley Randolph). Informed him they were well and happy in getting to Bizarre. Variety of trip only thing which made it bearable. Mrs. Harleston will stay until his return. Patty (Martha Hall) begs him never to chose another guardian for her. Society enlivened by Mr. Shore who may see him (St. George) in camp. Captain Archer arrived today from Southern camp. Brought account of Ninetysix, S. C. still in possession of British after American troops made havoc in works. It must have fallen in two days had not Lieutenant Lawdon appeared with 1,500 men which obliged General Greene to retreat. He is collecting forces on branch of the Congree (Congaree River, S. C.) Captain Archer imagines he has made a stand. His army is trifling compared to anything that has been said of it. Asks if his situation is as agreeable as formerly. Or if he sighs after blue beef of North Carolina. Thinks he is better fitted for associating with small beavers than with ostriches. Asks if he creeps about disregarded by men of mighty plumage. Peter? Fayssoux' account of St. George's insignificance has more truth than she at first suspected. Sorrel and Hob (horses) in good way. Children well.

Wrote by Thomas Purke now Governor of North Carolina. On May 7th British entered Halifax. John Swanson was killed. Everyone here had smallpox. Determined to quit service by March 1st. Unsettled times prevented sending brother William (Hall) to Virginia to settle affairs. His time will be out middle of September. Wishes Negroes to be inoculated if smallpox gets among them. Her sister (Hall)? Mason well. Intends to live at Woodstock and will be there by Christmas if British permit.  July 31st. Colonel John Geddie, returned from Charlestown, says Robert Stark was imprisoned. Benjamin Grimes who broke open a store and escaped from prison was son of Ludwell Grimes, not of Benjamin Grimes, as reported. August 12.  Informed that her niece, Polly Wormely, carrying letter from commanding officer at Charles to Colonel Brown, commanding officer at Augusta, was taken and made prisoner by General Greene's men.

Sends this by Captain Archer. Jack (John of Roanoke) missed ague. Hob and Sorrel returned. Syphax did not. Ld. Lawdon with 1,500 men took Ninetysix, S. C. General Greene forced Rawdon to retreat and burn it. Asks if his Lordship has reinforcement of 1,500. If so, Marquis will not fight him. Colonel Holcombe says Tucker is as passionate in temper as General Lawson. Promises to have Syphax? at his finger ends when Tucker returns. Knows he gives them good advice for their own good because he wishes to see them clever men. Miss Maria (Rind) Coalter sends her love because Cousin Patsy (Hall) sent hers.

Thanks him for good advice. Self is such a perverse boy that he wishes he had a tutor to make him mind his book. Loves to play better than confinement. Brother Hal (Henry St. George Tucker) more clever than sister for his age. Was rejoiced when they got his letter to leave Roanoke.

Captain Archer takes charge of this and letter to brother (Theodorick Bland) intended by Doctor Armstrong. He may never reach Philadelphia. Mrs. Harleston, girls and the Doctor send wishes. Ladies are more fatigued with his society as there is no hope of ever being relieved of it. Has written by Beverley (Randolph) and General Lawson's wagon, which is three times this week. Acknowledges his by Colonel Holcombe and R. Fretwell. He must be apprehensive at exciting ire of men of might. As alarmed as Macbeth at the Forrest of Dunsinane. She would turn thief and rob fellows of their pretty plumage. Girls say they will stop giving public prayers for his digestion as he has found means of promoting it. Children well. Fears Hal (Henry St. George Tucker) will have rival sooner than they wished. Asks him to destroy the letter she sent by Beverley (Randolph).

Dear Papa, I take this opportunity of letting you know are all well. Sister is worth a dozen of what she was when you  left her. She says any things and runs about all day. I hope you are in favour with the Marquis. I don't doubt it. I thank you my dear Papa for telling me in your letter to be a good boy and mind my book. I will try all I can to be a good boy and a favorite of Mama's and when you come home I hope I shall be one of yours.

Describes Williamsburg after departure of British. The Madisons turned out of their house for Lord Cornwallis. Mr. Cocke "entirely ruined." McClurg's servants deserted. Also Aunt Betty's (Mrs. Randolph?) She left with care of child of Sir Peyton Skipwith. The report of recent skirmish with British at Jamestown exaggerated. They have now gone down the river. Plague of flies in Williamsburg. The flag from Charlestown has arrived at Jamestown. Went hither and learned his brother had arrived at Hampton on hospital ship. The prisoners taken at Charlestown exchanged or paroled to various parts of the country. Sends messages to Patty Hall, Mrs. Harleston, the Doctor (Armstrong), and Patty Randolph.

Mrs. Jameson informs me that you have made a second flight from the enemy. Mr. Tucker is to audit and settle the accounts for officer's pay. Your brother wants a certificate for what is due him.

Last night 900 British light horse encamped at Prince Edward Court House. Took road to Coles Ferry. May return this way. Intends to leave for place of safety on Monday morning. Cannot get wheels in order before. May cross Potomac. Will endeavor to stay on other (north) side of James River. Has not heard from him since encounter at Jamestown. May take Hob (horse) with them. Only one weak wagon. Servants are faithful. Will them also. Tom arrived from Sappnie (Sapony). Followed British all the way. Phillis and Hannah are well. Harvest in here and at Bermuda Forrest. Mrs. (Beverley) Randolph well and at Woodson's. Lucy Randolph? well. Jacob and Milly's child have smallpox. Mrs. Skipwith and family have crossed James. Colonel Holcomb takes this to camp. May send Sorrel. Encloses letter from Father (Theodorick Bland of Cawsons). Mrs. Harleston decided to return to Philadelphia. Children well.

Arthur returns immediately. Frances (Anne F. B. C.) better. Life despaired of last night. Jack (John of Roanoke) has slight ague. Self has rheumatism. Glad to hear of General Anthony Wayne's arrival. Sorry for Daniel Hylton. Ladies indulge doctor. Mrs. Harleston allows him two cups of milk for supper. Patsy wishes for orders to remove to Bizarre ? Fears boys are very idle and likely to continue so. Requests him to get a letter to her brother (Theodorick Bland, Jr.) regarding the boys and prospect of ten hogsheads of tobacco for tutor. Too important to be neglected.

I must write you the hardships, dangers, and misfortunes we have been through since you left us at Ramsey's Hill. A few days after the discharge of the Virginia militia, the whole army was put in motion for Camden with the views of drawing Lord Cornwallis after us or disposing the British of all their interior posts in South Carolina. We arrived at Camden on April 20. The 25th we had an action, which was lost by an unfortunate order from a gentleman in the Maryland line. On the 28th, we crossed the Wateree and soon after Lord Rawdon evacuated Camden and retired toward Charles Town. Previously General Marion and Lieutenant Colonel Lee had reduced Fort Watson with 70 or 80 prisoners. The enemy held a number of little posts. Sumter against Orangeburg; Marion and Lee against Fort Motte; the main army to cover our detachments and strike at Fort Granby. Orangeburg and Motte fell. Colonel Lee advanced to demand a surrender of Fort Granby. Lord Rawdon blew up the fortress at Nelson's Ferry. Two posts were left to strike at, one in the district of 96 and the other at Augusta, Georgia - 96 was the object of the main army and Augusta left to General Pickens and Colonel Lee. On May 22, we paraded before the walls of 96. On June 18, we heard Lord Rawdon approached with a detachment of 2,000 men from Ireland. We carried on the west of the town and endeavored to fix a lodgement on the east. Lee commanded the attack on the right and succeeded. Campbell commanded the left. Lieutenant Duval of Maryland and Lieutenant Selden of Virginia waded through a shower of musket balls and took possession of the enemies' ditch, but before they could pull down any of the parapet they were wounded. We lost 40 men. The General finding that if he continued his operations against 96, it would be a bloody expense and would prevent his operating to a more advantage in the field. He retired the army over the Saluda River about 10 miles from 96. Lord Rawson marched for Congaree and Colonel Crugar for Long Cane. General Greene moved with the Army towards Congaree and his Lordship retired to Orangeburg. Our Light Dragoons and a party of mounted infantry moved down the country to intercept Colonel Stewart, who was on march with 400 British troops from Dorchester to Orangeburg. General Sumter and Marion joined us and we took a position three miles from Orangeburg, the place we found the British so advantageously posted that it was impossible to get them with any hopes of success. Sumter was ordered to Monks Corner and Marion to Dorchester, one group within 30 miles of Charles Town and the other upwards of twenty. Colonel Lee with his legion paraded at the gates of Charles Town and cut off their supplies. The main army filed across the Rivers Congaree and Wateree and encamped on the high hills of Santee on the 16th instant. The great object of the move into the lower country is to draw the enemy down to the seaboard and prevent them from establishing posts in the upper country. We have traveled over 1,500 or 2,000 miles of this southern country. Terrible scenes of desolation, bloodshed, and deliberate murder. Praise to the ladies of South Carolina and particularly Charles Town for patriotism and firmness. It is reported that Colonel Innis was seized with an apoplectic fit and has died. Published: Magazine of American History, 7 (December 1881), 431-445.

Destitute of every convenience for travelling. No longer convenient for Plume to lend horse. Marquis (de Lafayette) referred him to Colonel (James) Innes for any convenience. Unable to furnish him article for pressing necessities of people who come from captivity. Daily increase of business from Charleston troops and Marquis' army. Enclosing paper. Would not have any other know from whom it comes. If worthy of attention, should be glad to know has several useful citizens setting out for southward.

I received your invitation to camp by my brother. I hope we shall live to see peace take place and then we should all meet and in some way perpetuate the F. H. C. establishment. I have decided to enlarge my school and hope, with the asssistance of our worthy friend, Andrews to prepare a complete course of lectures on Ethics and the laws of nature and nations. I shall be aided by the notes and references taken from Mr. Samuel Henley's while at College. My brother has sent to France for a gentleman well qualified to teach French and also to teach mathematics and natural philosophy. I need the patronage of some gentlemen of merit and eminince. You may be of service here. I have engaged workmen and intended to proceed to accomodate a considerable number of youth by Christmas. Until Monsieur Francois arrives, I hope not to receive any boys, who are older than 15. I now have 14 or 15 of the very best disposed and most governable lads.

I hope you have seen your brother, Tommy (Thomas Tudor). His little girl and boy arrived in Bermuda four weeks ago. We heard from your Papa in May. Congratulations on the birth of your little son (Henry St. George). I refer you to your namesake for the news of the island.

My Papa bids me write to you and I obey him with pleasure. Present my duty to Aunt Tucker and my tenderest love to my fair cousin. My respects to the young gentlemen, whom I am taught to consider my relations. I request that they accept a few toys, which cousin St. George will deliver. Oldest son of Henry and Frances (Bruere) Tucker

Received letters by Captain Archer. Praises poem addressed to unworthy friend. May get it set to music. Thinks Virginia spoiled friend Mons. Reponso. Can Jerman Baker rest while wretched General William Phillips lays in church. Mrs. Harleston lives here with mother. Many South Carolinians sent by officer from Charleston. Their support is bitter pill to Philadelphia. Many Negroes among them. Colonel Dubuysson informed self at Fairy Hill that she (Frances) was coming there. Regrets none of their friends used efforts to save their goods at Farmingdale. Has sent several letters. One destroyed at Richmond. May see her shine in Mr. Rivington's New York Gazette.

I am much affected with the thoughts of parting with St. George. Brother Tommy's (Thomas Tudor) Nancy is now at my knee, she is an amiable little creature. Captain Darrel sent us your letter to him mentioning that my sister was delivered of a son.

Notice to inhabitants of Eliza(beth) City, York and Warwick counties, being in power of His Majesties troops, to give parole at York Town, before 20th August. Also to bring provisions they can spare, to be paid reasonable prices in ready money. Those not complying will be imprisoned and lose their corn and cattle. By Henry Haldane, Aid du camp.

I congratulate you on the birth of your little boy. I will be much relieved to hear that your country is again restored to peace and tranquillity. Brother Tommy's little ones with Miss Evans have arrived safely.

Overseer at Tucker's plantation wishes advice as to continuing in service and hands to be employed for next crop. Many Negroes gone to enemy, reported to be at Portsmouth. Wheat will be 300 bushels to acre, oats indifferent, corn good. Self asks agreement concerning conduct with Thrift.

Letters during last invasion were directed to her in care of Governor or of Marquis. Has been visited twice by ? Harleston who has given him intelligence concerning them and his affairs. Received their favors by Captain Archer. Verified story of his loss (Farmingdale). Tempted to put Randolph boys in college here. It is school of some reputation. Will defer until October when he hopes to see them. Still hopes to obtain tutor. The burletta on Fairy Hill does honor to author. 200 or 300 Whig inhabitants arrived from Charlestown. Their distress makes own misfortunes lighter. Kit and Isaac eloped from here three months ago. Patsy (Martha (Dangerfield) Bland, wife) and Bob (son?) are well. Fleet conveying (Admiral George Brydges) Rodney's plunder from St. Eustatia to England was taken and carried into France. Is said French have also taken four East Indiamen. Congress has agreed to make up depreciation of medical staff of the army. Warrant will be granted on purveyor's report. Brother (Thomas Tudor Tucker) will receive pay.

Uncertainty of things in this place made it impossible to visit them at Bizarre. Officer under confinement at York under pretense of having violated parole. Only ground for complaint doing his duty at hospital after receiving four of General Anthony Wayne's soldiers. Breach of parole inferred from report of sick he was bringing to self. To endeavor to obtain General's consent to remove their people to country. Simon (servant) at Buchanan's near Richmond. To go to Philadelphia after spending week with St. George's family. Then to return to Carolina.

Our army after resting on the high hills of Santee marched up to this place yesterday and is now crossing the ferry to approach the enemy on the Congaree River. If we recover South Carolina and Georgia, we will be satisfied. Skirmishes happen frequently, but no stroke of consequence since Sumter's affair at Shoebricks. The enemy hanged a Colonel Haynes of our militia at Charles Town. General Greene is determined to enforce the lex talionis (law of retaliation) upon some British officer. Published: Magazine of American History, 7 (December 1881), 431-445.

Have you heard of the distressed situation of your Gloucester friends. I have been obliged to fly from below to recover my health. I propose sending most of the winter with you.

Colonel Lauzen, Jr. is now returned from his embassy to Court of Versailles with three transports of military stores, clothing, and specie,  the loan and subsidy of ally (France). Detachment from allied army commanded by General Washington and Count de Rochambeau is on way to succour their distressed country.

Praise to Louis XVI (King of France). Praise to George Washington. Last week 29 ships of the line and four frigates arrived in our Bay with four thousand land forces. These were sent by Louis the Great. There are three thousand marines to be landed in case of any emergency. Of the fleet there are ten sixty fours, eighteen seventy fours, and one of a hundred and ten guns. A fleet of twelve sail the Line have arrived in the West Indies to keep the enemy still employed. Three thousand five hundred troops landed at Jamestown and are marching to this city. Five hundred are left on board to land at the York River. The fleet lies from Lynhaven Bay to the mouth of York River. The British fleet lies at York and their land forces are now in the town. The Count de Grass by a flag declared to the Admiral or Commandore of the British fleet that he would put every man to the sword who should fall into his hands if the fleet was destroyed. Lord Rawdon is a prisoner on board the French fleet having been taken on his way to London. Cornwallis is as hemmed in as our troops were in Charlestown. Our forces are now 8,000 men of which 6,000 are regulars. General Washington is at the Head of Elk with 5,000 troops. The French fleet of ten line of battle ships which was at Rhode Island are now on their way here.

We have the command of an army of more than three thousand men and twenty-nine ships to co-operate with them. Our army lies from the half way house to Green Spring. My brother will accompany me to Bizarre.

Congratulations on the arrival of our allies in Virginia. I hope before you receive this, his Lordship's tyrannic reign will be at an end. I flatter myself he will grace the new jail in this town with his presence before two months. I wish he could be accompanied by Lord Rawdon, but I fear the French will not choose to give him up. Lord Rawdon was entirely responsible for Colonel Haynes' execution. I regretted leaving James River before seeing you.

Jack and Hal (John Randolph of Roanoke and Henry St. George Tucker) have been ill. Doubtful which Fan Anne Frances B. (T). C. and self has increased most in size and which talks most. Fears because many militia in field his northern trip will be given up. Fortnight has elapsed since they parted. Disclaims all kindred with his brother (Thomas Tudor Tucker) who has been in Virginia two months and not visited Bizarre, even out of curiousity. Will make up his linen for him. Has heard of arrival of French fleet and 3,000 head forces. Has already captured Cornwallis in imagination and done all that sanguine Whigs could wish. Is sending hams alias shoulders by Colonel Skipwith. He says biscuit will not keep. Encloses 1,428£ record for bacon. Writing by candlelight. Bugs and flies are troublesome.

I have arrived here from Philadelphia and I shall embark for Virginia in a day or two if I am well enough.

Appointment as Lieutenant Colonel, April 18, 1781. Signed by Thomas Nelson, Jr.

Sends her letters to care of Samuel Davies, Petersburg. Her brother Billy (William Hall) is prisoner at Wilmington, wounded in head and arm with cutlass and in thigh with musket ball. Self cannot come to Virginia to settle affairs. Opportunity to send letters to Petersburg has been scarce. Asks names of Nancy's children. Has not mentioned them in will because did not know their names. Has mentioned her.

A British fleet of fourteen sails appeared off our capes. Count de Grass dispatched 22 ships in pursuit of them. General Washington has not yet arrived. We hear yesterday that the British had received an account of an attack made on West-Point, in which they lost 1,500 men. It is reported Arnold was killed. My brother has left off every scrap of mourning and even wears a cockade in his hat for the first time.

About four o'clock yesterday General Washington's approach was announced. He had passed our camp which is now in the rear of the whole Army. He approached without any pomp or parade, attended only by a few horsemen and his own servants. Count de Rochambault (Rochambeau) and General Hand were with him. I met General Washington as I was trying to get to Camp from town. To my great surprise he recognized my features and spoke to me by name. General Washington at the request of Marquis de St. Simon rode through the French line. He visited the continental line. When he entered the camp the cannon from the park of artillery and every brigade announced the happy event. His quarters are at Mr. Wythe's house. Aunt Betty has Count Rochambault at her house. Prepare yourself for a trip to Williamsburg if Cornwallis surrenders. Colonel Laurence the younger has arrived in Philadelphia and brought a large sum of specie which he had address enough to procure in Europe as a loan to Congress.

Will embrace earliest opportunity of visiting them at Bizarre. Brother (St. George Tucker?) comes for this letter. Compliments to lady with fine teeth. A kiss to her brown daughter and fair son.

Request for Tucker to serve in capacity of interpreter between the Governor and French army officers.

Make the overseers at Bizarre and Green Creek prepare the wheat for the use of the country. As to the stock at Bermuda Forest, direct the overseer, that in case of a requisition, to deliver all that can possibly be spared. Part of the army from the northward are coming up the river.

Don't give the fruits of the plantations to the public. The French agents will be sent out with hard money to purchase for the whole army. Hard money may probably be procured instead of a certificate. Holcombe is swearing that you will conceive that I have run mad from the number of letters you receive.

As I have nothing better to say, I will give you the following lines, in commemoration of our union. As yesterday was the anniversary.

I hope Colonel Morris will be able to leave Williamsburg as he has contracted the fever and ague. We have a most formidable army. I estimate our force at about 16,000 men. I hope this campaign will conclude the war in America. General Greene's late success will immortalize his name. In a few days, I hope matters will ripen here.

In obedience to his request offers particulars relative to suggested reduction of Bermuda. Describes dangers of coast of Bermuda and means of avoiding them.Tucker's writing (not signed.)

All were frightened to see Syphax without him. Sometimes has fit two days together. Now sleeps in sister's crib (Anne F. B. (T.) C.). Fears he can not bear sight of clapboard porch and smoky halls. All his teeth are pulled. Is passing his Concords. Is too sick to say more. (Enclosed with letter of Frances (Bland) Randolph Tucker, this date). Undated but written prior to October 12, 1781.

Syphax reached home this morning with his letters. Will send him off tomorrow with his and brother's (Thomas Tudor Tucker) things. Drawers are perfect emblem of Bizarre. Sukey made the coarse thread stockings. Sends $9 and three pieces of gold. Begin to want salt, sugar and spirits and spices. Dick and Theodorick (Randolph) have no paper to write. Jack (John of Roanoke) has and she writes for him. Has written with the gold pen for lack of a quill. Paper or music book still serves but is almost exhausted. Her childish fears for his safety proceed from tenderness. (Enclosure, John Randolph, same date). (Letter undated but written prior to October 12, 1781.)

Return of Captain Patterson's Company Chesterfield militia. Total 51.

We are about two miles below York. Day before yesterday Tarleton crossed the river in the night and made an excursion in Gloucester with 200 horses and 400 infantry. They were repulsed by Duke de Lauzun. Lord Cornwallis has shown his weakness by giving up his advanced works. I think nothing but the intervention of a superior providence can save the British army in York. My brother (Thomas Tudor Tucker) is doing duty at the hospital in Williamsburg.

Prevented from visiting Bizarre by order from General detaining him on duty. Straitened for clothes. Lacks servant. Asked brother (St. George Tucker) to allow Syphax to escort Simon to him. Regards to Miss Maria (Rind) and Miss (Patty) Hall and young gentlemen and little pair. Lists linen, shirts, etc. sent by Syphax. Also articles wanted: shirts, coats, stockings, shoes, etc.

Knows he will recognize enclosed letter entrusted to her care by the Adonis to whom he gave it. Has no opportunity of forwarding it to Bizarre so returns it to him. Has something to tell only him. Asks him to call on his return from York.

I know you are pleased with the arrival of your brother in Virginia. I rejoice with you on General Green's success in South Carolina. Our itinerant cabbage and myself met in the street when he was in town.

Been here three days visiting new acquaintance. Cannot presume to call her friend. Necessary to have disposition not exactly opposite person whose friendship one solicits. Jack and Hal (John Randolph of Roanoke and Henry St. George Tucker) have fever. Other children are well. Colonel Morris not yet reached Bizarre with his letters. Syphax brought only his letter of introduction. Will send token down by Colonel Holcomb tomorrow.

Deserted from General Lawson's brigade. Very arbitarily dated; probably incorrect.

Weekly return of the 2nd Regiment of General Lawson's Brigade commanded by Colonel Tucker, October 12, 1781. Signed: J. McAllister, adjt.

By Brigade major ordered 200 men immediately for duty. Asks Tucker to countermand that and order 400 to parade at 5 o'clock and march into trenches. The Governor wishes Tucker to take command of this party.

Has written frequently. Friend (James) Madison rode out today from Randolphsville and returned to dinner. Regrets lack of talent for writing. Life there is dull. Fan (Anne F. B. (T.) C.) calls herself Nancy. Sammy Ben Tottis. Is fat and lively. Love to St. George (Tucker) if he is with him. Brother (Thomas Tudor Tucker?) shall be equipped with shirts when he comes up. Has not heard from him since Syphax came up. Anxiety increased. Heard batteries had been some time opened. Hal (Henry St. George Tucker) has missed his fever. Jack (John of Roanoke) still has a quartern ?

Saw the warm attacks last night. Wishes to know fate of friends. Sight was grand and awful. Self felt strong composure and insensibility which now vexes self.

Tuesday evening our works were opened on the enemy. Our works which are erecting within 200 yards of theirs will probably be opened this evening. We have now possession of two redoubts which command the river. By means of red hot balls we burned the Charon, a forty four gun ship, the Guadaloupe a twenty eight and four and five other vessels. St. George (Tucker, Jr.) was here, he is on his way to Bizarre.

Congratulates on successful attempt on two redoubts. Happy he suffered no material injury from shell. Hopes to see him in day or two if business does not press too hard. St. George Tucker and George Evans ? desire to be remembered.

Permit me to introduce to you Mr. Crouch, who is on his way to South Carolina. I have delivered my dispatches to Congress and am happy to find that our bloody efforts meet with their approbation. The British fleet have sailed from New York. Published: Magazine of American History, 7 (December 1881), 431-445.

Will not wait for him as Mrs. Skipwith has never received letter as to his own safety and is very uneasy. Would be with him only as far as Petersburg anyway as Nancy is at Eppes'. A different route from one to Bizarre. Mentions Major Cocke. Inside of letter Tucker has written notes concerning possible capture of Bermuda, circa October 1781.

Joy to you on the surrender of his Lordship. The news was received with a much greater spirit of Whigism than I could have imagined. The Quakers did not choose to illuminate their houses, therefore, they were almost torn to pieces before they would put up one candle. My maid has smallpox. When I heard your friend Captain Pierce was on his way here, I expected to hear a few lines from you. Please send me your poem on the battle of Prince Town. Captain Pierce will give you the particulars of the illuminations and exhibitions last Wednesday and Thursday.

Enclosed is a certificate for four beefs taken for public use at Buffalo plantation. I have not received a return from Colonel Nashe's mill. I am just setting off for the mountains.

Our poor infant is so sick that we need medical aid. It is sought in vain except through you to obtain the favor of Doctor Tucker to ride as far as Randolphsville. Please communicate my request to your brother.

It is painful to think that some obstacle hindered our meeting. I hope my aunt and the sweet little family are well. Remember me to St. George and tell him I wish to see my cushion which Mrs. Harleston writes about.

Rejoices with happy event at York. Regrets not seeing him at Sappony where self needs advice. Engaged Hosea Tarpley for next year at same terms Thrift now serves. Will settle with Thrift but expects altercation. Thompson returns to plantation, said Tucker had secured his releases at Yorktown. Will send Tucker mare and colt.

Resolution appointing members to the Privy Council.  Appointment of Beverley Randolph, Thomas Lomas, Sampson Matthews, and St. George Tucker as members of the Privy Council.

Request Tucker to attend immediately. (Enclosing resolution of the appointment of Beverley Randolph, Thomas Lomax, Sampson Matthews, and St. George Tucker as members of the Privy Council, 1781 November 30)

Articles of copartnership for the establishment of a house of business in Virginia (13 articles).

By advices received yesterday from Andrews, I learn that the paper currency is a mere caunt mortuum and that nothing passes through the commercial channel but specie or its value in the articles of tobacco and flour. This disconcerted my scheme as the whole of my little stock of cash is paper. We decided to settle our salt account by estimating its value in tobacco. Beverley set out yesterday for Petersburg and I leave for Richmond in a few hours. I am told Colonel Harrison was elected governor.

(Complete copy of letter dated 1781 December 13, (1782 December 13) Sends complete copy of letter of above date, lest original sent by Wag of St. Thomas under care of Mr. Crew not be received. This comes by Captain Towle who commands flag for Portsmouth. Wishes answer concerning Cowper's debt. Regards to Tommy (Thomas Tudor Tucker) if he is with St. George Tucker. His children and Miss Evans (sister-in-law) have had measles. Self has new daughter.

Recalls how self asked him to take security from Cowper for advances on account of brig. Vessel was ill-fated. Encloses account and letter which he wishes forwarded. Would like large account paid though does not wish to inconvenience Cowper. Father (Henry Tucker) obtained appointment of secretary and provost marshal for Harry (Tucker). Copied as part of later letter dated 1782 December 17.

With the advancing season I am pleased with the idea of you being again in our neighborhood. Should Mr. Randolph's estate dispose of any tobacco, I should like to take it and I will be happy to supply the plantation with whatever they want.

I have done nothing with your accounts. They must be countersigned by General Lawson. You will find the small receipt audited. Out of office I am waiting only for milder weather to return to Williamsburg. I shall carry with me your poem of the Independence of America.

I congratulate you on being called to direct the Councils of the State. Our old copartner Page has returned to Williamsburg from the northward with all the splendid exterior of wealth. Is it not possible to make him regorge that money of ours, do let me hear your legal ideas of this matter? Scribble me something on politics. I am told some people considered me a Tory because I was not in raptures at being plundered of my property. ~

I consider it a misfortune that I did not see you before I left Virginia. I congratulate you on your late advancement. I would like to know how many grades there are between a Lieutenant Colonel and a Privy Counselor.

I have just received the packet of letters and money from Toney. I hope Fan and Hal have recovered from the smallpox. Thank you for the poetry which you copied for me. As we proceed on our journey, I regret leaving Petersburg.

Look over the enclosed, correct it and give it to the press. Colonel Williams will hand you a letter from me.

Letter written as a Quaker would write. Sorry to have missed you when you visited us.

J. Burnet presents himself most respectfully to Mr. Tucker with his congratulations on the evacuation of C. Town (Charlestown?). It is impossible for him to see Mr. Tucker.

Continental money passes in South Carolina at about 200 for one.Trifle left with him of more value there than in this state. Requests sending it by first opportunity. Also bundle of state money of South Carolina in smallest trunk. May be delivered to Doctor Olyphant if self is out of way. Lost their horses last night. Remember him to sister (Mrs. Frances (Bland) Randolph Tucker), children, St. George Tucker? and two ladies (Maria Rind and Patty Hall). Simon coming with mare.

I was sorry to hear that you had suffered considerable uneasiness on account of the British forces. Your Papa was requested to stay another year in England. He has sent frames for your pictures. I am glad to hear that Tommy (Thomas Tudor) is with you.

I have been informed by Mr. Beall that the business between Page and you is to be settled by his arbitration. He also has your order to receive whatever money may be due from Page on that account. Please send me an order on Mr. Beall for the portion of it that belongs to me.

Affadavit that St. George Tucker took the oath of fidelity as a Privy Councillor. Original in the Virginia State Library.

Affadavit that St. George Tucker took the oath of fidelity as a Privy Councillor. Original in the Virginia State Library.

Not hearing from Mr. Stark before Monday, I ordered Thompson and Phil to the Court House. I inquired of Captain Walker, if he knew that Gentlemen's determination about the purchase of those two Negroes. Mr. Stark delivered him a letter for me the day before he sent to church. The Negroes were hired very low and if they had been set up for sale, I do not think they would have reached the price you asked.

A meeting of the partners of Pleasants, Shore, and Company wil be held in Richmond the 15th to settle that unfortunate business. (On back "The Progress of Cornwallis - An Ode."

Your Quaker epistle was delivered to me a few days ago by your brother Doctor Tucker. If you had not dated it at your ordinary dwelling place, I should have sworn that you had written it in a religious fit at some Quaker Meeting House or at the Council board upon Shockhoe Hill at Richmond. I would like to see some of your poetry since the seige of Yorktown. I arrived at Head Quarters on the 17th and found our army situated in a fine rich country on the banks of Ponpon. The enemy was locked up in Charles Town. Wayne has gone into Georgia; he has confined the enemy to Savannah. The people of both these southern states have passed through a variety of changes. Some people withstood the storms unshaken and sacrificed to the shrines of liberty their domestic ease and fortunes; others have been uniform in their opposition and have favored the British measure through all the mutations of fortune. Now these people appear to be our friends and seem to adopt any meansure that may be thought well calculated for the public good. The Assembly of the State is now sitting at Jacksonsboro, a little town 30 miles from Charles Town. They are determined to exert every nerve to bring a regular force into the field and put their continental line once more upon a respectable footing. Colonel Laurens attempted to pass a law for the raising of a Negro corps, but it would not go down. Virginia is so reproached by every body that it is almost dishonorable to be a Virginian. I can find no excuse for her neglect. Yet she will tell you she had done more than any other state; she has exhausted her treasury and split most lavishly the blood of her countrymen. Virginia has bled, her troops have fought with honor and she had once a reputation that was envied and admired by all the continent, but time or some thing has extinguished the fire of her military ardor and all her greatness has sunk her, but some bold and determined plan to establish her Continental Line once more. Since the fall of Charles Town, she has never had any thing but detachments of eighteen month men in the field to keep the name of Virginia alive. Her officers have been loitering at home. At this moment the Virginian Troops in Camp do not amount to more than sixty. What became of the party that were to march from Cumberland Court House? I never saw anything to equal the fertility of South Carolina. Everybody lives well, the ladies gay and gentlemen merry. I love the people heartily; they possess a liberality of thinking that pleases me; no religous prejudice or ill grounded pride. The Legislature of South Carolina have voted General Greene 10,000 Guineas to be laid out as he may please in land and Negroes. Published: Magazine of American History, 7 (December 1881), 431-445.

Reports of peace. Have received King of Great Britain's speech from West Indies. Are in doubt about final signature of preliminary articles. Sends today's paper. Asks if Doctor Foushee delivered his certificates. If sheriff took the officers list, self would like to obtain money on the civil list certificate. Asks about his land. (Enclosed papers lacking)

Politics fills his brain. Is rather proud of her. A general peace with America one of the contracting parties. America is now free and independent and has a recognized place among nations. King renounces territory within the U.S. which are bounded by Nova Scotia, the lakes, the Mississippi and southern boundaries of Georgia. Navigation of Mississippi conceded to U.S. and the right of fishing. French vessel from Cadiz by the Count d'Estaing at request of Lafayette, announcing that general treaty had been signed on Jaunary 21st. Relates terms which he remembers. All vessels are to be informed of peace. She has told self that she had turned politician. Hopes to see her before she goes to Bermuda in fall, as she had told Patsy (Martha (Dangerfield) Bland) she was going. Wrote today by express to St. George Tucker an abstract of glorious news. Now is time to demand return of that part of tobacco which was to be restored in one month after demanded. Raise in price was his motive in storing it and having that clause inserted. Requests St. George Tucker not to sell own place near Blandford until he hears from self. Has no objection to Farmingdale being rented. A bill of exchange will do as well as Morris's note for sum St. George Tucker would remit.

I have enclosed you an order on Mr. Neilson. The poverty and distress of the trades is beyond your conception. Here there is not a sufficient sum to pay drayage and other common expenses. I have not a single dollar in the store.

At the last court I set Thompson up at public sale, but no more was bid than 102£ which was far short of your price so I sent him back to the plantation. Mr. Stark wants to hire him for 2,000 pounds tobacco till next January. Phil may be hired next court day if you approve. We are so busy I cannot make any more shoes this year. Your wheat is badly hurt with weavils.

I have written you on the Page affair. I was supposed to get £250 and I have only drawn out £125 to purchase the 1/2 share in Gooseley's Company. I will be glad to get his matter settled.

Has agreed with Mr. Hunter for four or five hogsheads of tobacco of the estate (whichever number shall be down) for boys' school and immediate wants. She or St. George Tucker may draw on him for amount. Wrote directly to Goare to sell grain and fodder to French cavalry's horses at Charlotte court house. Will afford cash to pay taxes. Same to be done at both plantations. Tucker's order could not be paid, but being accepted, self negotiated it with Hunter. News of evacuation of Charlestown on 24th has arrived, but self considered it premature. Letter marked after salutation: (No.1)

Congress just now informed of general peace by corvette which arrived last night detached from Count d'Estaing's fleet at Cadiz at request of Lafayette. Sailing of that fleet countermanded. Cessation of hostilities and friendly aid to all British vessels. America has obtained everything that can be wished. Poem. The work is done.

I received your letter informing me that you refused paying the order in favor of Mr. Green-hill. The public owes me 49,000 weight of tobacco and three hundred pounds specie. The last Assembly agreed to pay me only 350£. I made a considrable purchase just before the capture of Cornwallis and therefore my creditors have become very uneasy for fear I may bankrupt. The money the public owed me was for horses. The order I gave in favor of General Lawson was for the horse my brother lost at Williamsburg which belonged to Mr. Jackson. I informed Mr. Green-hill when I gave him the order that I was certain you were not provided to pay the tobacco immdiately. I also informed General Lawson the same and he said if you would accept the order he would wait.

Was chagrinned that Tucker appointed Beall to arbitrate matter with Page. Now apologizes for mistake. Shall consult Tazewell but will go no further without his approbation. Is leaving town in the morning.

Please excuse my last letter. I will not join you in the abuse of our public measures. I find the more the military complain, the more opposed are the civil to their interest. We have just taken a position at Bacon's Bridge upon Ashley River within two miles of Dorchester and about 20 from Charles Town. This is meant as a challenge, and if I am not mistaken will shortly produce a fight. We hear that the enemy is making preparations for the field. We have the best troops in the world to fight them with, and the whole army puts such implicit confidence in General Greene. The loyalists in Charles Town and the Islands are very much dissatisfied with their situation. They desert every day to the American standard. The confiscation law and amercement (financial penalty) passed by the assembly of this state have put the Tories into a state of insanity. General Leslie has turned advocate for them and reasons in a letter to General Greene on the injustice and implicy of the law. General Greene in answer said he had no control over the civil power and referred him to the Executive of the State. Last Sunday a large fleet with some broken corps, a number of women and about 150 officers sailed for New York. At the same time a fleet of empty transports sailed for Europe. In a little excursion which the enemy made a few days ago over Cooper River, they captured Judge Pendleton and Major Hyrne. Every part of Georgia is still in our possession except Savannah. The Indians who favored the British interest are very much dissatisfied with their friends the Tories. Some have been put to death by them. 300 of the Creeks who were on their way to Savannah, finding themselves deceived, have returned home. Mrs. Greene arrived at Camp about a week ago. Published: Magazine of American History, 7 (December 1881), 431-445.

Articles of agreement whereby Innis leases to Dixon 600 acres of land adjoining Francis Willis, Ware river, black Frank's branch. Land formerly property of Charles Debnam, leased by Isaac Hobday for said Innis for 99 years. This contract void if Innis loses claim to land.

I showed your copy of the agreement and state of your account with Page to Mr. Tazewell, who advised that Page should be called upon for his accounts of the whole transaction. Page says that his books are lost, but that there are accounts in Mr. Beall's hands sufficient to settle matters. Mr. Beall's clerk showed me all the accounts he could find. It appears that a profit was made on the tea, but what became of the rum was not discovered from the papers. Page says that Watkins had it and paid Norton and Beall in tobacco. It appears that very little more than half of the sum mentioned was laid out in this tea. Are the parties interested in this adventure in proportion to the sums allotted to each in the agreement?

Arrived here the 11th. Brethren engaged in Indiana affairs. Virginia's claims safe and will be wrested from her only in mode she herself prescribed. Promoters, the Indiana claimers, are trying to accumulate money by sale of shares and acquire an accession of interest by obtaining a greater number of proprietors. Mr. Paine has written some pieces in favor of their claims. Requests St. George to have inserted in Virginia papers a paragraph that Virginia has ceded the land to the U.S. under certain restrictions and not to individuals and that Congress has taken no steps to confirm unfinished grants of the British King to politic individuals. April 23. Terms for peace have been offered to belligerent powers by mediating powers, but rejected by Great Britain. France willing to accept them for sake of peace. Finds picture of Mr. Randolph by C. W. Peale is eight guineas instead of six. Below salutations written: (No.1)

Dick (Richard Randolph) answers character Tucker described but Theodorick (Randolph) shows more ambition, is tractable, and takes the lead in class. Asks for supplies on their account, could use tobacco if sent immediately. Will count on him for help on way to Carolina.

I will give you an order on Mr. McNeil for the rum whenever he has any. At present there is not a gallon at the store. When you come to Richmond, please put the order from the executive in your pocket that your claim may be entered on the agent's books.

I was informed that an order given on your Store in consequence of your order to your storekeeper to that effect had been protested by Mr. Nicolson. I consider this an insult to my credit.

Acknowledges favor by Doctor Flagg. Lacks conveniences of traveling. hopes Captain Lorton punctual in getting tobacco delivered. May go to Bizarre. Thanks to nephew Dick (Richard Randolph) for letter. Expects to follow Middleton, who is acquaintance of Mrs. Harleston. Remember him to all the family and ladies (Maria Rind and Patty Hall). Compliments to Miss Carlos.

His letter received today convinced self that he had forgotten engagements. Has no retrospect in his resentment further than number this letter bears (3) and shall write on. Papers which his board constantly receives from them (us) will give groundwork. Total change of British ministry, a             viz Fox and Shelburne with the French, Spanish and American departments consolidated into one. A fine field to display his talents of duplicity.           At head of Privy Council, Graftors, Lord keeper, Ld. John Cavendish, chancellor, Admiral ?  at head of admiralty,  ? , Conway, Richmond, Burke and Company all in. Carleton has superseded Clinton. Have empowered King of Great Britain to treat with any individual. Gracious Mr. Guy ? announced to General Washington that they viz. England and America, are equally interested in supporting character of Englishmen for humanity. Is a political crisis. Birth of Dauphin has been formally announced to Congress for which French ambassador has been given a dinner. Advises them to read Paine's article on taxes. L.L. Below salutation is written: No. 3.

I was pleased with Armstrong, he spent some days with me and was hard pressed by the Presbyterians here to stay longer and give them a sermon. He asserted that the southern air was not favorable to religious sentiments. I was delighted with your piece on Colonel Lovelace. I congratulate you and Beverley (Randolph) on your accession of honor, I hope to find our government much mended by your advice. The Governor's elevation has silenced the tongue of fame. How did the Scotchman Ross acquire such influence in our state. We are having a press established here by Goddard. Maury wrote me that there was to be a meeting at your house of a few of the old College junto, to brighten the chain.

Hopes to be not one day short of appointment. Will make Colonel Tom's on Saturday and Matoax by dinner. Could not get a double chair so will not be accompanied by Mrs. Maury.

I am sorry about what happened with Mr. Nicolson. I have just talked with him on the subject and he had no intention of refusing your order. It was a mistake on the part of the person who applied for payment. I am sorry you suspected me of that conduct. I have received 10 hogsheads of rum belonging to the public.

We have lately offered the enemy action, but they would not fight us. General Greene at the head of the Light Infantry and all the Cavalry of the Army went down to their lines; paraded in front of their works, and dined at Accabee without an insult. The 19th and 30th Regiments consisting of about 1,000 men, were lately detached for Jamaica, under the command of Brigadier General O'Harro. We have just been informed of the defeat of Count de Grasse in the West Indies. The action happened between the islands of Dominica and Guadaloupe. It terminated with the loss of the Ville de Paris in which was Count de Grasse and five other ships, one of which was sunk. Admiral Rodney had 37 sail and Count de Grasse only 33. He had not formed a junction with the Spanish Fleet. Both fleets are much damaged and it was one of the greatest battles ever fought. By Rodney's letter we learn that it lasted from 7 o'clock in the morning to half past 6 in the afternoon, without a moment's intermission. Published: Magazine of American History,7 (December 1881), 431-445.

Horses sent to Amelia week after Colonel Theodorick Bland left Cawsons. Had neither horse nor mule. Shall be glad to visit them while General William Moultrie, his lady and Mrs. Harleston are there. Is buried alive to be at Cawsons without companions. Expects two of Count Rochambeau's aides in a few days. Asks about Fanny (Frances (Bland) Randolph Tucker) and Henry (St. George Tucker). Says not to call him Harry.

Comments on expressions used in an official letter sent to be delivered to another person. Much of letter is in code.

Is own turn to write public letter. Advises St. George not to send letters by private hand, but always by post which never misses. Has found an acquaintance with common sense (Thomas Tudor Tucker) in Philadelphia and from knowledge of his brother (St. George Tucker) in Virginia, self proposes to be. News of (George Brydges) Rodney's victory has been credited and discredited several times. Pros and cons in the newspapers. Pleased at St. George's having a good house and much good being done this session. Public letter contains important intelligence. Does not repeat as he has access there. Writing in cypher is tedious. Subject of own letter is at an end. They considered themselves only vehicles and not responsible for effects produced entres nous. Self thinks remonstrance was just, but some words objectionable. Letter numbered beneath salutation: No. 5.

My boy Kill informed me that you can spare some boys. The weather is now favorable for brick making. I have sent Mr. Smith with some horses to bring such boys as you can spare.

On settling with Mr. John Osborne I find an article of ten hhds. of tobacco charged on account of an order given in my favor on you. Please let me know how the orders stand.

Congress today informed by letter to Genl Washington by Sr. Guy Carleton & Admiral Robert Digby in [?] of Commissioners for making peace that Lord George Grenville has been sent to Paris with powers to negotiate a peace with all countries at war. Great Britain advises minister to empower Grenville to offer America her independence as a preliminary condition of peace. This intelligence and mode of communication. Was addressed to Washington and not to Congress. Offer made in same manner for exchange of prisoners, sailors for soldiers. Self does not trust them. About 20 or 30 mail robbers taken. Self believes they will be hanged.

Regrets Tucker could not pay his order for his Tavern bill to Mr. Galt in Richmond. Complains of lack of money and food. Enclosed is copy of account: glass, horse, muslin, etc. Mentions Mrs. Bowdoin, Maria Rind. Enclosed copy of account of John Randolph, who was always very exact. Asks Tucker to compare accounts. Directions for sending letters to self.

Witnessed by John Cox and Alex Campbell

You will receive by Mr. Rose twenty barrels of corn. One of my three sons is very ill.

Our concern with Page remains unsettled. He has now departed for Baltimore after having sold his horse and everything he possessed. Page says the two chests of tea were exchanged for rum which was afterwards paid for in tobacco and all of this came to Norton and Beall's hands. I am just about to get off for Philadelphia. I am uncertain whether I will continue there or return.

Received his postscript with letter enclosed. Regrets father's (Theodorick Bland, Sr.) ill health. Advised to sell only what tobacco is necessary. Thinks it preferable to let self get 25 shillings in Virginia currency than 22/6 shilling. Believes residue will quadruply pay for keeping.

We th;ank you for the order on John Bolling's warehouse for four hhds. of tobacco.

Mr. Bee, bearer of this letter, will travel slowly. Thompson (enslaved person) Tucker sold came to this city with French army who quit them. He is sending him to Virginia to be delivered to William Starke, Jr. from whom he ran away. As guardian to Randolph boys, and in interest of their estate, self believes Tucker should take bond from Starke for Thompson's safe return.

Since receiving your order on Messrs. Goode and Watts, I have made application to them but without succeeding in the tobacco. Nothing, but neccessity urges me to press like this.

I have written you several times since this island was taken by the French. My Father's property has been in danger of being confiscated Hinson for Bermuda.

Congratulations on birth of second son . Accounts of Adams as minister from U. S. He secured loan of 4,000,000 from Dutch mercants. French frigates arrived in Delaware with supplies for French army. Asks them to come to Chatsworth.

Sends boys back in good health. Theodorick Randolph far exceeds both his brothers. Regrets Tucker sent for them before examination he has arranged as an exhibition on Wednesday. Congratulates him on birth of son. Boys have promised to study during vacation of five weeks so they will not get rusty.

Sometime in 1780 a Capt. Darrell gave me an order on you for two thousand and 500 weight tobacco. Immediately after the reduction of the York garrison. I saw you and you promised to pay it. I have been much in want of the tobacco. Please pay to Mr. Young.

The work tht is done in my shop now is not all together on my account. Please send me an order on any store for about £30. Your chariot will be ready by the return of the bearer.

Richard Burke is indebted to me 50£ on a note payable September 1. Please present the enclosed and if you receive the money retain it. I have been in Gloucester for some weeks. I have had a dangerous fever, succeeded by cholic and the jaundice. Have you heard about the death of Page's second son. Enclosed letter to Michael Burke concerning a 50£ note, same date.

Received letter with note from father Theodorick Bland, Sr.) to St. G. Tucker enclosed. Father's health and situation better than self expected. Self had to leave Congress for upper and healthier parts of state. Recommends to his notice Mr. Pollock of New Orleans who carries this letter. Hope to send him a coy of McFingall, a poem by John Trumbull of Connecticut, after the manner of Hudibras. Self thinks it surpasses the original. Congratualtions of birth of another son.

Tommy (Thomas Tudor Tucker) wrote he left you well. I should like to see your children. We have heard from you Papa and Natty and the children are well. Your sister Fanny now has three sons and three daughters. Your brother's wife has six sons and one daughter.

Enclosed copy of McFingall by John Trumbull. Royal George gone to bottom with Admiral Richard Kempen felt and part of crew. British worsted in naval action in East Indies. Peace negotiations continue. Gibralter closely besieged. (Enclosure not present).

I am sending you four sides of good leather.

I will finish you with a list of my law books and the sterling price. If we can't agree, it may be settled by Mr. Baker. I have had noney of Mr. Randolph's estate in my hands for sometime. Please have Mrs. Tucker send me a list of the bonds Mr. Randolph delivered me and I shall send her a statement.

I have had a succession of ill health for three months. General Leslie made a formal declaration of to General Greene. British will leave in three months and then I hope to visit Matoax.

I am not in want of the tobacco now, please discharge the order. Capt. Mallory Todd lives in Smithfield. He has the character of being fond of settling his accounts. I dare say he will pay any balance that he may owe.

Our camp is still on Ashley Hill, on the south side of the river. The enemy is still in possession of Charles Town, but are making preparations to abandon. Your criticism on Barry's poem I dare say is just. He is one of those kind characters who acts contrary in every instance to make the world believe by attempting great things. He is a great man.

Received his favor by Mr. Yates with amount in closed. Will endeavour to obtain payment in Williamsburg. Regrets Bland's inability to walk. Has lost two friends: Mr. Fanning and Uncle John Tazewell. Bland will learn political news when his son Theodorick Bland Jr). returns from Congress. Self expects to be in Brunswick about Christmas. Will try to visit them at Amelia.

Harrison the Lord Archbishop of America joined Lord Cornwallis as his Chaplain. He preached a Thanksgiving sermon at Blandford Church on the day appointed by Congress as a day of general Thanksgiving to God ofr his merices afforded them against their enemies.

I can now pay you 10,201 pounds of tobacco all at Bird's Warehouse except one hhd. Tht is at Meriwethers. I can alos pay you 50£ specie.

The enemy has evacuated Charles Town. If we look back at the period when General Greene first took command in this department and compare the American Army with the powerful superiority of the British we shall be surprised at our success. In December 1780 when General Greene joined the army at Pedee, he had only 1200 men including hospital patients, convalents and detachments. The enemy had 15,000. The operations commenced in January with great success on our side. Morgan with a handful of men defeated Tarleton near Pacolet. This gave spirits to our army and a spring to the hopes of the people in North Carolina. Cornwallis pushed forward and obliged us to retire. General Greene collected a body of nilitia and gave his Lordship battle at Guilford Court House. We lost the field, but gained the advantage of a victory. The enemy retreated and we pursued them to Deep River. They filed off toward Wilmington, and we pushed into South Carolina. On April 12, we arrived at Camden. On the 15th the enemy rallied and gave us battle at Hobkirk Hill, defeated us. We recovered and pressed down and compelled them to evacuate their works.Fort Watson, Fort Motte, Fort Granby, Orangeburg and Augusta with their garrison fell. They blew up their works at Nelson's Ferrym abandoned Dorchester, left Ninety-Six and on September 8 we fought them at Eutaw Springs in a general action. Next we compelled them to quit Stone, evacuate Savannah and yesterday give up Charles Twon. The Carolinians are now likely to enjoy the blessings of peace and tranquility. The fetters of tyranny are taken off. Printed in Magazine of American History, Vol. 7, (Dec. 1881), 431-445.

I arrived here three weeks ago. I hope to leave for Virginia sometime in January in a Flag of Truce. Your family here in all in good health. Your father is tired of England. Wishes himself back in Bermuda.

I only saw the bond you mentioned once. From the many credits on the back, I don't suppose there could be more than £30 or £40 due. I did not choose to undertake a writ without a lawyer; therefore, the bond was returned to Mr. Field. Mr. Briggs gave instructions as to how the writ should be issued. Thomas Davis carried on the suit as Mr. Briggs would not take a suit on the executors. I have given Syphax instructions to call on Mr. Briggs for the Bond.

Friends in Bermuda write only line or two at wide intervals. Yet expect him to spend lifetime scribbling for their amusement. In composing, his brain's so confused with altering and polishing that cannot form idea of effect of writings on another. As solicitous to be told of faults as approbations. Account of epic poem on American Revolution has begun. Had thoughts, in case peace had taken place as was expected, of opening subscription for it. If should get poem copied in time to send, requests opinion on it.

Translate to him auditor's warrant for £17.17.1 for taxes in Prince George County to be paid to Richard Taylor. Encloses officers certificate for £957.5.1 specie to be kept as deposit for future taxes and expenses. Quits Richmond today. Asks for receipt of above. N.B.  If warrant for officer's pay will cover Taylor's demand for taxes, self prefers they be paid from that and other warrant for £17.17.1 be remitted to George Webb of Richmond who will remit value of it to self in Philadelphia. Law authorizes receipt of officers' warrants in taxes. Fact was published in last papers.

Indenture: Robert Innes to John Dixon a certain tract of land lying on the Ware River in Gloucester.

Thank you for giving me the refusal of Bermuda Forest. My finances oblige me to abandon the idea. It is worth your price, £3 per acre. Don't take a shilling less for it. Be particular on your partial sales.

Received his of April 22 acknowledging pacquet self sent by Captain Thomas Seymour. Must rely on him to settle demand on Messrs. Cowpers. Has proved disadvantageous to both.

I have lent some of the books to Mr. Peachy. Am sending you a list of the ones I am delivering. I have heard of the enemy leaving Charles Town. (Enclosure)

Includes a copy of the resolution of the election of St. George Tucker as a member of the "Visitors and governors" of the College of William and Mary. Includes a copy of the resolution.

I cannot read one of the signer's names on the papers which you gave me on Monday. On the note for 21/9 which with interest from Jaunary 1, 1777 will just amount to the sum for which a petition can be brought. If the court should be of the opinion that the act regulating the depreciation commence on that day, the value would be reduced to about 17/ or 18/. You will have to pay the charges. Since John Gordon and John Murray, the only witnesses to Wallace Butler's and John Stringer's bond are dead, you had better find someone to prove the handwriting.

When Fanny says Theodore Bland was as eager to return as to a mistress instead of a wife of 19 years, she must not add 1 1/2 years. Asks if her brother (Thomas Tudor Tucker?) left his heart in Philadelphia or went to South Carolina. Thinks Jack Banister left his in Philadelphia though he returns to Virginia. Mode of wearing hair in Virginia is not suited to cap (one she sent?) People in Virginia have quick intelligence of news. Brother (Theodorick) informs her Fanny has a black boy.

Thomas Gordon and Colonel Yates were nominated by the Court as joint administrators with me on the estate of J. Gordon, but both declined acting. I never could make out the person's name you mentioned. I have been informed both are dead. The widow of Grant survives in Dinwiddie. Claiborne is not worth six pence, but I would freely pay the cost of suit provided he could be made to suffer. I have no doubt but the handwriting of those persons you mentioned may be proven without difficulty. I have some bonds of John Randolph's and I want him sued immediately. I also have some business to come before the General Court, if you practice there.

Can collect neither harvest nor payments. Tucker may pay to John Barret of Richmond. Dick (Richard Randolph) will need a Greek testament, lexicon, Caesar and Ovid. Will not make him read Justin. If Tucker cannot procure a set of classics for them, self can get a second-hand set for 2,000 pounds tobacco. Does Tucker still fret poor Hall as he used to? Asks them to come over as it is only two days trip by easy stages.

Her father (John Hall) died 15th December last (1782). Moved here last summer from Colonel Longs. Self spent winter in Charleston, S. C. with sister Thompson. Sister Dolly (Macnair) died on way from New York, leaving three boys and a girl. Self brought oldest boy Tommy (Macnair) home with him. Encloses copy of father's (John Hall) will. Sister Marian and family send regards.

Already made such beginning as will prevent him from taking another. Plan St. George advised by no means escaped his attention. Aversion to practice of physic not so strong influence. Inconveniences of unsuccessful attempt to get established most disagreeable. Perserved from year to year, increasing debts. Obliged to give over in worse situation than when began. Does not see advantages in strong light as St. George. Of last, self engaged in small adventures. Formerly attended with some advantage. He who borrows with not fair probability of paying is in condition of beggar. Such to be case with self again if goes to Charleston to practice physic. Induced to this belief by little encourgagement received when prisoner in town. Sees no prospect of getting from this place. Two men of war and other cruisers within capes. From general expectation of peace tobacco not to yield $6.00 at St. Thomas. Requests his consulting Shore about tobacco shipment. Discusses shipping tobacco and insurance. Ritson and King civil to him. Returning order on Captain Brown. He says money paid to J. D. To leave bills of lading with Ritson or King inclosed to St. George. Affectionate wishes to sister (Mrs. Frances (Bland) Randolph Tucker and Henry St. George Tucker), sons (Richard, Theodorick Bland and John Randolph) when she writes them. Also St. George Tucker?, Miss Patty Hall, Miss Maria Rind and other friends. (1783February 13). Accounts favorable to peace. Captain Campbell taken by Lion man of war. Reports Lion took brig bound from France for Baltimore in which speech of King of England to Parliament. Imported Treaty of Paris ready for signing by Britsh and American ministers and general peace likely. Self may be bearer of this.

I was disappointed to hear Theodorick Tudor arrived rather than Eliza Harleston. My having a namesake in your family would afford me highest satisfaction. You ask what has become of the southern Mars, he is still in South Carolina. I am sorry to differ in opinion with you respecting his beauty, but I think he is the greatest rattle I ever saw.

I have tried? to hire a waggon, but cannot get one for less than 20/ per day. At that rate the corn will cost you 20/ per barrel. If you want it on these terms, please let me know.

You should see my native country, it had the dirtiest appearance you can imagine, such wretchedness. I wish we had stayed in Virginia until the enemy left, but we were fortunate not to see them. We have been tolerably gay, one ball and two assemblies are to have another in a few days. Mrs. Greene is very unwell. Colonel Morris could not withstand the charms of Miss Elliot and twenty thousand guineas so they were married. The town has been in a good deal of confusion for some days, a new Governor has been elected, his election surprised everybody. I have seen your friend Major Eggleston and I like him very much. General Greene is losing his aides. Major Pierce is going to Havanna. Captain Pendleton to study law. Major Burnet into trade.

I am sending you two bonds of John Randolph's together with an account against him for work done by carpenters belonging to the orphans of William Poythress deceased. I have drawn the accounts for each orphan separately as it stands on John Gordon's books. Also, I am sending you an account of the work drawn by John Randolph. It diggers from John Gordon's books. I wish you to sue immediately.

Arrived here four days after leaving you. Hope to leave here in 8 days. The cattle have suffered from the severe winter.

Apologizes for not visiting Tucker at Christmas. Has the gout. Feels it would be worth Tucker's while to practice law in Richmond. Rumors of peace abound. Has sent Ossian to Randolph's ville. Forest farmer has refused to deliver the 16 barrels of corn due to Ossian for the year 1780 and 1781. Has ordered any overseer to purchase that quantity and expects Tucker to pay for it.

Donald Campbell delivers this. Asks should self address legislature for help. After property in Norfolk was destroyed, came to Bermuda. Thinks little remaining property should be restored and permission given to return to settle affairs. Never acted against country. Greetings to all. Note on bundle: "Copied in photostat for Rev. War Records."

The money which I borrowed at the request of Colonel Randolph of Messrs. Shore and McConnico for you amounts to four thousand and four hundred weight of tobacco. Please pay them the whole amount that I may receive credit.

Authentic news of preliminaries of peace signed at Paris, 1782 November 30, by American ministers, John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, John Jay, and Henry Laurens and Richard Oswald for Great Britain. Consists of nine articles, chief of which is acknowledgment of American independence, boundaries, fishing, which will make part of definitve treaty of Paris when signed. News arrived this morning by Washington packet, Captain Barney, with British passport.

The tobacco that is due to Shore and Company has disquieted me. I will give you some circumstances which will account for my seeming neglect. Before Arnold's invasion, I sold property for a bond of Parson Craig's for 12,000 weight tobacco. In the first invasion, I met Mr. Harrison and he promised to negotiate it for me. I find that he has not paid it. If paying interest will satisfy Shore, I will do so until I can receive tobacco which is due me.

St. George Tucker cannot secure note smaller than £30 on Morris. Is three times sum received of Barret. Will remit it next post. He is at Amelia court. Niece married Thomas Shore on March 14. Theodorick's man Tom informs him that sailors robbbed his closet of brandy, candles, sugar, table cloths, sheets. All at Cawsons were well. Sends love to sister (Martha (Dangerfield) Bland). Parents well. Brother Tom (Thomas Tudor Tucker) sends greetings.

Her brother very gallant. Is fashionable to entrust each with the other's intrigues. Ensures no harm going on. Quite fashionable to be teatable talk. Jack's (Banister) favorite was a girl of 15. Her husband fat and saucy. Is in a mood to write nonsense.

Received letter sent by H. Inness. is busy with Burwell's affairs, public and own business. Is executor, guardian, tutor, vestryman, magistrate, field officer of militia and delegate are some of self's duties. Mentions other duties. Disorder in head returned after loss of son Johnny. Tucker mentioned practicing law.

I don't know how I am to compensate our friends at Rosewell for their care and tenderness to me. It is with this family that I enjoy all my happiness. I hope to come to Matoax this spring. You complain of being obliged to turn county court lawyer. Is it true that the fall from a gentleman of ease and pleasure to any laborious occupation is disnoble?

Your witnesses may not be summoned in the suit with Turpin. I have Mr. Crew's, but no other. Should the want of witnesses render it impracticable for you to come to trial, that circumstance must be shown by affidavit.

Randolph boys are well. Will want clothes, shirts, and shoes. As expects to get a Frenchman for assistant, Tucker may now recommend his school to others. Believes location here has advantages of healthy climate and far from city vices but may be forced to move school to lower country. Asks Tucker's advice.

Arrived here 2 days ago after a passage of ten days from Bermuda. Have some letters for you. Hope to receive permission from the Governor to go up the country. My father's property is escheated.

I have received your letter enclosing a subpoena for me to attend court as a witness. I am sorry that I cannot attend, last Sunday I was overset out of a chair and broke one of the bones of my leg and sprained my ankle.

Arrived yesterday official confirmation of ratification of preliminary articles of peace between France, Spain and England. This gives effect to those between England and U.S. Today Congress orders cessation of hostilities. This already done in New York without one symptom of approbation. Particulars soon announced by public press.

I am apprehensive that Langford, the skipper of my schooner has received from you the whole freight of the Irene. He denies having received it. All the hands on board declare that he received the money from Mr. Campbell. If you paid him in part, please inform me. I have sent you Captain Thomas Gibbon's deposition in the affair of Captain Thomas Stratten to prove if the coffee was lost, it was through his neglect.

Friends Hardy and Monroe declined giving any decision in affair. Attorney general advised self of method by which it could be brought before Court of Chancery.

Some years ago I brought suit against Bermard Sykes in Prince George Court and obtained judgment. Please get the money as soon as possible.

I hear that you are blessed with another fine son (Theodorick Tudor). Your father's business will keep him longer than this summer in England. Natty's (Nathaniel Tucker) practice does not answer his expectations. I wish Tommy (Thomas Tudor) would come to Bermuda to practice. Doctor Campbell intends to leave the island.

Enclosing a bill of lading for a box of tea for Mr. James Green, Jr. in Newbern. Please inform me of the arrival of the bill.

I have been a candidate for this county. All my hopes have been dashed. The too great certainty and confidence of my friends, of my being sure in the matter, lost it for me. I shall probably make another attempt the next year. You know I am sick of being a physician without more profit that I have yet reaped. What have you done lately in the poetical way. I am not bold enough to venture on a criticism of the pieces you sent me. I think that a piece that has many references to history is apt to be wanting in warmth. Therefore, I confess I was not so fond of your poem on the Independence of America.

We have done nothing but talk of your intended visit. I do wish brother Tommy (Thomas Tudor Tucker) had come here. We have your books ready to be sent in two boxes. Mr. Jackson has promised to take care of them. I am sending my sister a hat. The smallpox is spreading fast in our neighborhood.

Has enclosed notes for three hogsheads tobacco as near weights of his three hhds. as can be made out. Has given his servant order for a Barrel best flour. Hopes Mrs. Tucker is better. No. 1943. 121. 1045 B. Brook; 243. 129. 1391 and 244. 135. 1500-Jno. Bole Jr.?

Her favor of March 23rd received. Self has been eight years in public business. Thinks of returning to private life. Obliged to Tucker for remittance he made of bill on Inglis. Patsy (wife, Martha (Dangerfield) Bland) and self well. Lost valuable servant, Bell. Bob (Bland) recovered from measles. Other servants have been ill. Have only Alick and Belinda to work. Thanks for information of losses at Cawsons. Requests St. George Tucker to send him by first opportunity Vampire and Roscius (horses?). Ask Tom if Rosetta alias the sorrel mare was sent to General Spotswood. Glad father and wife are well. Own overseer wants another tobacco warehorse. Requests father to see about it. Peace has made capital alteration in price of tobacco. Condition stipulated in previous sale of estate tobacco was that what was not drawn for should be returned in one month after demanded.

Acknowledges letters of March 6, 10?, and 14th, with enclosed bill on Inglis for £33 1/3 which was paid on sight. Sum acceptable. Regrets Tucker not able to dispose of or rent his estates. Lost suddenly his most valuable servant, Bell. Pleased with his political reverie. Not surprised at Newbern patriots who have appeared. Wormeleys and zealous friends will appear to take care of them.

I wrote you by way of Philadelphia enclosing John Smith's bill on William Pinnock and Company for 3,206 dollars. Please obtain payment or at least a security. I expect to leave this place soon for Bermuda.

I expect you have received a bond of mine against Colonel James Jenkins of Amelia. Please hurry on the suit as I am in want of the money.

Randolph boys on way home for vacation. Hopes they study during long recess. Now has French tutor (Mr. Duler). Also assistant in the classics. Can now take more pupils. Needs money. Encloses list of books boys will need. Enclosure lists Boyers Dictionary, Grammar, Universal history, Thelemachus, Rollins Study of Pelles Lettres, etc.

Captain John Dill comes to Virginia to receive money due from the Loan Office. If you can help him, please do.

Encloses address of Congress to legislatures and people of U.S. Self expects it to be supported. Encloses also report of expenditures and receipts officially returned to Congress (enclosure lacking).

Your order was handed me by Captain Pierce. The reason it was not paid was that the balance in my hand is in Loan Office Certificates and he refused to take them.

I lodged the sum of five hundred and thirty-eight pounds in the public treasury of Virginia. I have George Webb's receipt, who was then treasurer. Please inquire about this for me.

Tommy Hinson told us we may see you and Mrs. Tucker soon in Bermuda. I wrote you the accounts of the unfortunate vessel which I was concerned in with Mr. Cowper. I requested your interference for affecting settlement of the balance due me. (note from Frances (Bruere) Tucker enclosed).

I send this by Captain John Seymour. I hear that you intend to come to Bermuda. Give my love to my cousins.

Tommy Hinson speaks highly of your wife. We thought with the conclusion of peace, Papa would leave England this spring, but he is requested to remain longer. Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) does not make enough money to support his expenses. Papa doesn't think he will remain much longer in England. His mind still runs on poetry. He sent us the first and part of the second book of an epic poem he has begun in blank verse. It is called "The Triumph of Patriotism" or "The Defeat of Mammon." His subject the Revolution in America.

We are looking forward to your visiting Bermuda. I am sure you will not disappoint us. I hear you have given my brother another son. My brother and sister in St. George's are proud of their seventh son.

Mrs. Portlock requests that you act for her in Dinwiddie Court at the suit of Gabriel Davis in an action of debt.

Bill includes Jack's (John Randolph) year which expires before Jack's return. Needs money. 40/ added to washing and mending as £3 is not enough. Must add 5 guineas if they take French with Mr. Duler. He also excels in dancing and fencing. Public day was well received. Mr. Kinloch wishes to put it in the papers.

I am fortunate that my property is saved. I have sent you the deeds of my lands made over to Donald Campbell. Your aunt would like to settle in Virginia again and if Donald settles there we shall certainly be with him. I will go to the West Indies first and then to Virginia.

Tucker name will soon be as common in Virginia as it is in Bermuda. Self has 7th son. Father will not leave England until next summer. Will obey his orders about law books, but thinks it better to keep them until he comes for them. Sends this by Mr. Farmer. Supposes brother (Thomas Tudor Tucker) has gone to Charleston.

Please send my friend Dolphin Drew letters to your friends in Bermuda. He intends to go there for his health. Not having money has kept me from visiting you.

Difficult to secure good nurses for children. Hopes to hear more frequently now that peace is here. Pleased at thought of his visit. Father (Henry Tucker) may still be in England. Brother Tommy (Thomas Tudor Tucker) gone to Carolina. His children there.

Appointed attorney for Nathaniel Butterfield Jr., Hannah Wells, Wm. Hall, Thomas Dickinson, Seth Harvey, George Harvey, John Trimmingham.  In turn, John Dill is appointing St. George Tucker attorney to act for them in Virginia.

I would like to know if there were any judgments obtained against me last court and who obtained them.

Mr. Drew has to support a worthy lady and four babies so his recovery is very important. I hope the enclosed is convenient.

Received letter of 3rd. Pleased at prospect of seeing him about middle of October. Just informed new delegates are elected. Pleased with Tucker's feelings on reading the address. Has written to John Banister that self will want his horses about August. Recommends to his attention George Cabot, member of Massachusetts council, who is coming to Tucker's neighborhood.

Bond for £8,491, due on or before June 18, 1783. Witnessed by Ben. Harrison, Patty Hall.

You give me hopes in seeing you and Fanny in Charles Town. The fair lady of your most intimate acquaintance declares upon her honor no Virginia officer has ever made a serious attack, nothing more has passed than a little flirtation.

Enclosed you have an account against Thomas Gordon. I wish you to commence suit against him immediately. He has rendered me an account against the estate.

I have presented your order on Captain Mallory Todd on account of the owners of the Porgie. He refused payment as he had no property in his hands belonging to the owners.

Please speak to all suits brought against me since last court. Dispute and deny all open accounts. Take every advantage that the law allows you to take for me.

I left a bond with you against Colonel James Jenkins of Amelia County. You were to give it to St. George Tucker who was to bring suit for the same. I have never heard from Tucker and I am in need of the money.

Agrees with sister in idea that epic poem on American Revolution could not have its affect now. Because of probability of want of encouragement must lay it by for present. Wishes to leave monument of sympathy with American Revolution in which insignificance of his fortune denied his being actor. Discusses epic poem. Now engaged in mask named Columbinus representing origin, progress and termination of war. Thinks it best thing ever wrote. Just finished play for English stage entitled Queen of Jewry. Wished to copy Columbinus for perusal of herself, Bermuda friends and particularly brothers, Tom (Thomas Tudor Tucker) and St. George. Author only indulged in three nights benefit. Even in case of full house would not bring more than £200 or £300. Literary labors, business in medicine and society of neighbors leaves self little leisure. Congratulates her on expectation of seeing brothers from America. Mrs. Goodrich ran over to Bermuda? in 11 days. McConocon says he is near neighbor of St. George. He told father (Colonel Henry Tucker) had not seen so fine woman in England as Mrs. St. George Tucker (Mrs. Frances (Bland) Randolph Tucker). English women beautiful but receive advantages from effect of dress. Informed mother (Mrs. Anne (Butterfield) Tucker) that self had been in London in April. Father there then. Self has received no letter from brother Harry (Henry Tucker of St. George) or Henry Tucker of Scrogham's Point. Hears of dangerous illness of both their wives (Mrs. Frances (Bruere) Tucker and Mrs. Frances (Tucker) Tucker). Sister Fanny seems to have much trouble about her little girl. Own income small. Way of life not ill suited to his disposition.

The Loan Office Certificates of this state have not yet been refunded nor any provisions for payment of the interest. The Assembly will discuss this at their next session. They will probably provide funds for the regular payment of the interest and funds for the redemption of the principal at a future day. I doubt that the redemption of the principal will be paid in less than ten years. I doubt at present whether you could dispose of these certificates. The depreciation as fixed by Act of Assembly was at one and a half for one in February 1777 so that the value of your certificates is £358.13.4.

I am leaving this place and my business has not been settled. Please obtain the money from Mr. Nicholas and pay it to Messrs. Gordon and Campbell.

Asks Tucker to take legal steps to recover money from executor of Captain Taylor. David Ross has note at hand. Encloses note for small sum overdue from Captain William Green, son of Colonel Green, which asks Tucker to obtain. Congress still at Princeton. Robert Morris will campaign for Philadelphia since he has more wicked influence here. He had expected to be prime minister. Potomac and Delaware are competitors for permanent residence of Congress. Figures concerning notes.

Sorry Tucker thinks the increased tuition is too much. Gives reasons why it is necessary. House can accomodate 40 boys. Gives Tucker terms for future. Would like to have school examined by judges semi-annually to provide satisfaction. Hopes to get tutor in mathematics from England. Would like 15 or 16 more students by fall.

The bearer waits on you for the warrantee of Mrs. Poythress which I gave you a Bailios. I am on my way to Richmond to advise with Mr. Randolph and Mason on the validity of it.

Little to be said for his prospects here. Whole practice of Doctor Garden fallen to gentleman who settled here whilst British in possession. Rest divided among former practitioners and new ones. Believes shall accept proposal of partnership with Doctor Chanler. Asks if determined on going to Bermuda in fall. Not yet at license to write him news. Some little disturbances here. Asks about sister (Mrs. Frances (Bland) Randolph Tucker), children, Miss Patty Hall, Miss Maria Rind, St. George Tucker? and Mr. Campbell. Delivered sister's letter to Mrs. Harleston. Mrs. Moultrie and others inquired about family. Kisses to Fan (Anne Frances Bland Tucker), Hal (Henry St. George Tucker) and Tudor (Tucker). Compliments to Colonel and Mrs. Theodorick? Bland, Miss Betty and Mrs. Shore. Complain that British too freely admitted.

I hope Thomas Tudor will settle himself and go on with his profession. I am sending some medicines to him in Charles Town. I have met Mr. McConoco, of your neighborhood and he tells me you are talking of a trip to Bermuda. I also saw Colonel Jack Alligood who knew you. I hope to get home by next summer. I don't believe our country will be much benefited by my being here. I have had a very disagreeable time with nothing, but complaints and opposition with the ministry. I have been soliciting to have Bermuda a free port, but as Barbados, Anitqua, Dominque, and New Providence have the same scheme probably neither of us will succeed until the Treaty of Commerce is settled. The King in consequence of an Act of Parliament has made an Order of Council regulating the trade between America and the West India Islands. If America approves it, it will be to a great advantage to Bermuda. The funds have fallen considerably. Please send the proper proofs to Bordeaux of the loss of the Scow Sullivan so we may recover the insurance. Natty's (Nathaniel Tucker) practice is not equal to his expectations. He is situated at Maltou in Yorkshire, 220 miles from London. He has been writing some dramatic pieces lately. His "Columbinus" is very good and I think a performance on your side of the water would be well received. He seems determined to revisit America. He is trying to bring a tragedy on the English. He is trying to bring a tragedy on the English stage this winter. St. George Tucker, Jr.'s  sister has arrived here with her husband and 100,000£ sterling fortune. They are now living in London. Your brother Harry's (Henry Tucker) two sons, Harry and George, are here at school. Miss Hunter is in London and stays with Mrs. Bruere. I have no communications with that scoundrel George Bruere. Mrs. Montresor is well. Mrs. Auchumty with her daughter Jenny is in England about 50 miles from London. Your old acquaintance Lord Drummond has been dead for sometime. He failed both in obtaining his title and estate. I am sending you 3 hats, a doll, and some toys for your children by Mr. McConoco.

Appointed to settle value of land in Cumberland county which St. George Tucker bought from Beverley Randolph on June 18, 1778. Parties disputed because of depreciation of money. They value it as 40 sh. per acre.

Arrived here 2 days ago after an agreeable journey. Found your books at Smithfield. Have sent them up. There has been a great change in this place since I left. A great number of houses are being built.

I do not consider myself accountable for salt that was stolen out of my warehouse. Many gentlemen lost goods at the same time, but you are the only one who demanded payment. My account against you is £93.12.10 and five years interest which makes, £117.1.

Received the Brig Friendship's accounts. The balance is larger than we expected. We would like to see Mr. H. Tucker's vouchers.

I shall forward the letter to your father. I am sending you a small keg of old spirit, please accept this. I shall leave in a day or two for England.

Received from St. George Tucker sundry accounts relative to the Brig Friendship.He requests that if we can't make immediate payment to adjust the accounts and ackowledge the balance. Why did you send the vessel to St. Thomas and then to Virginia without a cargo or freight. Why was so much material charged to us on account of the brig? We will settle the accounts with St. George Tucker. Filed under date 1780 July 13.

I have been engaged lately with Mr. Middleton's wedding. He fell in love with a cousin of mine, Miss Motte. I was a bridesmaid. Major Pierce is engaged to a Miss Charlotte Fenwick. General Greene insists that I say something about himself.

Obliged for his sending own man Arthur up. Believes him a great rascal. Enclosed is Doctor Field's account with £3.8.9 balance in his favor. Which please allow as discount on Griffin's judgment. Also account enclosed and proved against Captain Morgan. Gave copy to John Morrison.

St. George to be pleased to see General Nathanael? Greene. Assembly some time sitting. Taken into consideration recommendation of Congress respecting 5% import. Not desirous of giving up any power unless necessity. Most people admire letter of General Washington to Governor Benjamin Harrison. Resolution of legislature similar to that of his state with respect to banished Tories. Mrs. Harleston intends writing. Resolved to write to sister (Mrs. Frances (Bland) Randolph Tucker), St. George Tucker ? Jr. and Richard Randolph. Great number of mosquitoes. Asks about Harry (Henry St. George Tucker). Asks if musical niece (Anne Frances Bland Tucker) still entertains family with God Bless America or if has taken on another lesson. Inquires about Tudor Tucker. Colonel Stark informs Miss Patty Hall's sister well in country. Indebted to her cousin, E. Hall for hospitable reception. George Evans sends compliments.

Her friend Mrs. Harleston said to be engaged to Major or Colonel Hamilton who is gone northward. Asks for catalogue of marriages, births, and deaths in Virginia. Aso all that are jilted. Asks is Miss Langley Nancy married as heard. Also Major Jones to Miss Pride. Inquires is Randolph consoled for loss of Miss Carey.

Your brother's arrival made me happy as I heard from you. Sorry to hear Patty Hall's complaint is still prevailing. Poor Edward's has gone away.

I have just had a card from Mr. R. Crew of Virginia who is sending a vessel to James River. Tell St. George his brother Tudor and Sister are well. There is no account of the definitive treaty or commercial treaty being signed. By the newspaper I find Washington has resigned his command. It appears to me things are not carried on, nor that attention paid to Congress in a manner suitable to the great work in hand for regulating the general government of the United States, if you differ among yourselves you must soon fall to pieces and become a prey to whomever will think it their advantage to conquer you. It is strange that a people who have offered so much to obtain their liberty should grow so licentious of a sudden as to defy the very power they had set up. Union and a speedy adherence to the support of government can only make you a happy people.

Glad you informed me of Scott's injunction in Chancery against J. and Joseph Hutchings. I wrote Colonel Davis in June concerning it, but never heard from him. It seems he will not appear for us. Please ask if he obtained a copy of Scott's bill from the Clerk's Office. If he has not, will you please take the suit for us? John Scott purchased sundry articles of Florence McNamara who kept a store at Petersburg for John and Joseph Hutchings. He refused payment.

Captain Mallory Todd refused payment of the order as he had no property belonging to these gentlemen. Please advise me what plan to follow.

Am enclosing a bond which belongs to Mrs. Tuel of this place against John Allen who lives at Mr. Armistead's near Petersburg. Please recover the money.

"I am surprised to hear that you will not pay a debt due me from you. You desired me to let Mr. Darrell have what ever he wanted and you would pay me. You owe me £32.2.10, which was payable in February 1781."

You will receive an order on Blackman Mosely, George Robertson, Thomas Worsham for 40,000 pounds of inspected tobacco. Please ask Mr. Eppes if he gave the writ to Archibald Bass.

Wishes Tucker to appear for him in court on case of bond he gave Benjamin Harrison for £4,000 pounds of tobacco.

Thomas Gordon informed me that he gave you the papers relative to a dispute between Samuel Hollingsworth of Baltimore and the heirs of Captain Thomas Stratten deceased. I am empowered to recover the debt for Hollingsworth.

I am sending you a protested bill of exchange for £206.15.8 stg. Paid £110. I have applied for it several times. My necessity obliges me to bring suit. Please send to the clerk of the court for a writ. I shall not be able to come to court. I hope this will get the debt from Colonel Archibald Cary.

Am not able to come to my trial. Please take 3 dollars out of the money that James Vest is to pay today.

When I saw you at Mr. Shore's you promised me if you had any bacon to spare, you would send it. Please let me know.

Captain William Pennock refused payment of the bill. Said the drawer of the bill was now in the country and the effects in his hands had already been attached. I am detained from setting off for the north because of lack of money. If you can spare any please send me some.

Plans trip to south this fall and wants to know when he can expect £30 from Tucker. Vacation begins as usual on 24th next month (October). Boys are well.

"Mr. Dosmont has brought suit against Mr. Wright. In March 1781 when I broke up housekeeping at the tavern, Mr. Dosmont was indebted to me. Mr. Wright was indebted to him about £5,000. I desired Mr. Wright to give an order on me. Dosmont has not brought suit."

I am not able to ride to court. Mr. Richard Blow was summoned. Should the cause come up, let me know and I will attend.

I have searched over the papers of John Ruffinque and find no suit or bond to Cole. The exo. you ordered in John Tabb v. Francis Dabney I believe is a mistake. I can find no such suit on my docket.

Have you done any thing with Mr. Burke's note. I am pressed for money. How do you like the dounty court practice. I despise it so that I have half a mind to turn itinerant preacher.

Requests him to have witnesses of breaking of Chesterfield prison to attend on 2nd day of next court. Is irregular to issue subpoenas in a prosecution not yet possessed by court. Witnesses will be paid although not summoned. Sent the subpoenas desired in suits against    Page. Endorsed: Of no consequence.

According to your directions I have made a list of the stock of cattle and hogs at present. There are upwards of sixty head great and small hogs. There are twenty head of cattle. There are twenty hogs fit to fatten. The wheat is lying in the chaff.

I asked Colonel Holscombe to pay the tobacco I owe you. He said you were indebted to him. Please send me a receipt for that tobacco.

I sent you John Smith's draft in my favor on William Pennock. I have not heard from you since. Please give this your attention immediately.

Illness prevents his coming to court today. Peter Branch paid all debt except £1.14. Doubts if he will pay that, but would like to get it.

The letter Colonel Randolph speaks of was never in my possession. The only one I recollect ever receiving was right after I returned from Philadelphia in 1778. Reade's suit stands because Captain Smith, his only witness, is dead. There is another debt of Reade and Edmundson's which is among Mr. Randolph's papers.

Received his deeds 10th July by Captain Darrell. Had them attested and sealed before governor and returns them. Wishes to know if assembly will exclude from residence all those who left country after 1775. Self wishes to return with family. Must come to settle affairs of self and James Gilchrist, at least. Billy Hall will visit Tucker next month. Father (Henry Tucker) is laboring to make island a free port. Note on bundle: "Copied on photostat for Rev. War Records."

Received on 10th the first letter in six weeks. Congressional business prevented his trip to Virginia. Leaves here tomorrow. Needs fortnight in Philadelphia to arrange affairs. Will reach Virginia about end of this month. Will soon see them at Cawsons. Patsy (Martha (Dangerfield) Bland) is well. Bob recovering from measles. Today Congress decides on permanent residence. Candidates are New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia with cities Osopus ?, New York, Elizabeth Town, Newark, Brunswick, Prince Town, Trenton, Philadelphia, Germantown, Wilmington, Annapolis, George Town, Williamsburg. Two enclosures, one a small memorandum, uncatalogued.

Requests him to rent his plantation at Farmingdale til January 1, 1784. Relates terms he wishes. Lowest price £40. Can spare some furniture. Orchards go with it. Has asked Mr. Russell £1,500 for farm at Church Hill. Ultimatum is £1,250 Virginia currency. If not sold, would rent it. Captain Barret is to pay him some money. Thomas Shore will furnish him with bill for any sum that may be required on self's account.

Mr. Bolling's illness, Mrs. Bolling's confinement with daughter, Nancy Bland's attending Ned Yates' wedding, wife's fever and ague prevented intended visit to Matoax. Requests Tucker's resolution about apple trees. Clay said he had many applications for them. Asks about Littleton Waller Tazewell.

My brother Tom is now in Charlestown, S. C. Please send him letters of introduction to some of your acquaintances there.

Enclosed is a statement of your accounts from the books of our late concern. (Enclosure)

At this time, there is no vessel here bound for Bermuda. I have applied to a Captain of a large schooner bound for the West Indies to land you and your family at Bermuda. The large carpets for sale are gone. There are some large enough for bedrooms. Please get me a judgment against Mr. Burke. I have been informed he plans to move to Baltimore.

Indenture by which they dissolve their partnership.

Is undecided on subject of citizenship and encouraging emigration from Europe. Discusses both. Asks Tucker to introduce Warner Lewis' brother (Tom Lewis) who has gone to Charleston to brother (Thomas Tudor Tucker) there. Tom left home because of difference with father. Is sensible and grateful. One of F.H.C. (Flat Hat Club).

Congratulations on the birth of your third son. My house has been like a hospital since July. Betsy has not been out of her chamber for a month.

Captain Pennock has not arrived. I have taken the protest against Mr. Lewis and shall proceed when Pennock arrives. I understand Smith is in Philadelphia jail.

We heard from Papa, but he cannot leave England until spring. Natty is busy writing for the stage. Tommy has arrived safely in Charles Town. I hope you received your books. Please tell us when we can expect you.

Please issue a subpoena from the High Court of Chancery immediately in my name against John Smith, Jr., William Pennock, William Pennock and Company, James Hunter, and Hunter Banks and Company. Endorse on the subpoena, "To stop the effects of the debt John Smith, Jr. in the hands of William Pennock, William Pennock and Company, James Hunter, Jr., and Hunter Banks and Company until further order of the court."

I am sending to Peter Minor this recommendatory letter arising from his inquiry of me how to proceed in the recovery of debts which came under the six months law. Having heard you made some remarks respecting its repeal, I am induced to solicit his inquires of you.

Captain Cook, who commands the vessel going to the West Indies, informed me he will gve up all his cabins and land you at Bermuda for fifty guineas. I think I can get a cheaper passage for 35 or 40 guineas.

Enclosed is Richard's note. Please ackowledge receipt for it. Gift of Norman Peyton Tucker, 1974.

Informed by Syphax that Tucker plans to visit Bermuda. William Fitzhugh's visit next week prevents self from seeing Tucker then.

Received his. Will go to Nelson but doubts if Nelson will give receipt in full as Peter Branch has not paid whole debt. He (Nelson) will give receipt only for amount paid.

A Negro lad named Lewis, who says he belonged to you, was left at my house by the British when they camped here. He had smallpox. I made him a camp in the woods and looked after him while he was ill. After he was well, I burned his clothes and gave him some half worn ones I had. If you would like to give me any thing for the trouble and expense, please leave it in Colonel Thomas M. Randolph's hands.

Before you leave Virginia please deliver my two bonds versus Lunsford to Mr. G. Briggs, who is an auxiliary in that business.

Please proceed against Jenkins. If you think the expenses will not amount to more than 50 or 60 dollars, pursue him to the utmost limits of the law.

What has become of the money recovered from Mr. Nicholas. If he has not paid it, please demand it of him at once.

The person who has been taken before a magistrate of this town, has been summoned from your court to appear and give testimony. If the court gives orders for his deposition to be taken before the court of York or two magistrates, he will give all the information relative to the dispute between Hollingsworth and Stratten.

An old carpenter, who has been with me many years, is preparing to return to his own country. He claims the estate of John Randolph of Matoax owes him 4£. He is an old man of 70 years.

If what the papers say is true, there seems to be much discontent among your government at present. I am glad Tommy is back in Charles Town. Mr. Brickwood will supply him with medicines. I am told there have been great changes in Bermuda. You desire Natty's and my pictures and wish them to be done by Benjamin West. I wish it were in my power to oblige you, but West and all others have raised the price of their works to such a degree that no one, but people of fortunes can employ them. Their price of a portrait is from 40 to 200 guineas. Mr. Montresor has mine which is said to be one of the best likenesses that was ever drawn. It is more valuable than a common one of larger size. I have Natty's by the same hand, an exceedingly good likeness. I have intended my miniature for Mrs. Tucker as it was the only thing worthy of her acceptance. Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) has written a play which I offered to the managers of both houses, but it was refused as being upon a subject that had already been treated. I am going home by Virginia.

I was surprised when instead of a receipt for the money or tobacco I received a demand of payment. I understood from Colonel Holcomb that it had been settled. I have lodged the sum of £5.18 with Mr. Barksdale as you wished. Please leave a receipt with Mr. Barksdale.

Thanks him for collecting money from Mr. Taylor and asks him to pay it to William Lee, deducting his fee. Regards to Colonel and Mrs. Bland. No news, definitive treaty not yet arrived. Note on back: Compliments to Mr. Tucker and asks to receive his answer as soon as possible at Mr. Seabroke's in Richmond. Dated 1783 December 2.

I am drawn on from Stewart and Hopkins for eight thousand pounds tobacco of Colonel Holcomb's order on you and have agreed to answer them. Please let me know what I must say. They signify that they must take coarse measures with those who are indebted to them.

I requested your attention to suits as might be ordered by Peter Minor. I now find H. Banks and Company are indebted to William Pennock and Company who were composed of Mr. Smith and others. I have proposed to Captain Pennock the assignment of as many debts to you as he would compensate the demand you have against Smith.

I was not surprised at being informed by Mr. Tucker that you had instructed him to bring suit against Mr. Brodnax's estate for the balance due you. I was making every effort to discharge it. I hope you will countermand your instructions to Mr. Tucker and rest satisfied upon my promise to satisfy you soon.

I wish I could assure you that I could pay the amount of my bond before our next court. I find it difficult to collect money.

I expect this will find you in Bermuda. I am sorry I have to be absent. I shall comply with your request in respect to my miniature. I thank you for your invitation to Virginia, but it would be in such a round about way.

Syphax sent to Richmond for coat - Assembly passed commutable law which self thinks commuted evil for good.Law granting import of ? to Congress has passed House of Delegates. Definitive Treaty not yet arrived.

I thought when I left Virginia I had left things in your hand and that there would be no further delay in recovering the debt due from John Nichols to me. After judgment was obtained by a legal process and an execution put into the hands of your sheriff, I don't see why I have not received the money.

In 1777, I purchased from Alexander Gordon four half acre lots in this town. He executed a deed which I sent to Prince George Court by one of the witnesses. I requested him to get the other witnesses to go to the court with him and have it proved. Last April when I asked for the deed, I found it had only been proved by the witness I sent it by. Please take the proper steps in having it done.

I will not be able to attend the next Dinwiddie court. There is a petition Brazinton versus Dudgeon brought by Mr. Briggs. If it should be tried, please defend Dudgeon. A mulatto, Turnbull is questioning whether he is bound for 21 or 31 years. Someone in Hanover has the indenture.

I have a dispute with Mr. Ferguson respecting the payment for teaching my sons. Please act in my behalf. Mr. Briggs acts for Mr. Ferguson.

Received Tucker's letter and bills for balance of money received for him. No news since receiving the definitive treaty which is nothing more than the provisional articles.

I received a draft from Mr. Smith, he knows I am already under engagement for him. I guess you have a copy of the account sent me. There are several charges which I shall not allow. I am ready to make a settlement.

Gave Hinson your letters. Mr. King continues ill. Corn is selling for 12/6. The definitive Treaty is in Town.

With the peace, everything is dull among the coffee house politicians. A new subject has just started. An attempt of Mr. Fox to regulate the East India Company. He plans to take the power out of the hands of the directors and place it with Commissioners appointed by Parliament. He has carried his point in the House of Commons. Three of the American commissioners, Messrs. Adams, Laurens, and Jay have been here. I have seen your acquaintance Silas Deane. Nothing has been done to regulate our trade in the western world with America, but the King's order in Council, which allows our vessels to supply the states of America with the produce of the sugar islands. No American vessel is permitted to enter any of the British West India ports. I have been trying to get Bermuda made a free port.

I received a letter concerning a debt due me for twenty years from William Broadnax. His nephew, William Broadnax took the estate at his death and he gave the bond in your possession. The debt was once under the care of Mr. Briggs. My son gave you a note of Mr. Yate's as security for Wilson, a barber who ran away and carried off a new wig of mine. My son says you doubted the note was of Mr. Yate's hand. When I refused to let Wilson have the tenement, he told me Mr. Yates the then usher of the College would be his security. When you receive the debts, I hope to hear from you.

Mr. King died today. Lose no time in making your application.

I some time ago sent you John Smith's bill on Will. Pennock for 3,206 dollars. I have not heard from you. If the bill has been paid you, please pay the amount to Captain D. Morgan.

If you have received the money due me from William Pennock, please let Captain Morgan have the sum or cargo. If you have not received the money, I am enclosing a joint power to sell my lot of land at Portsmouth. John James has desired a preference of this lot. If he does not want it, please sell at public auction.

Writes by Captain Morgan. Heard from father by Captain Henderson. Asks that St. George send to England all proofs of capture of Sally Van.Play of Natty's (Nathaniel Tucker) had been refused by both London playhouses. Heard from brother (Thomas Tudor Tucker) at Charleston.

Please use your interest with the executive in procuring for me the post of naval officer at Norfolk now vacant by Mr. King's death.

Your brother Doctor Tucker waited on me at my lodgings in Charleston and Mrs. Harleston honored your introduction. Make my compliments to Colonel Innes and Colonel Page at Rosewell. Thank you for your kindness to me.

Hurried from Richmond before he could compile information on Tucker's suit against Page. Sent subpoenas to Norton and to sheriff of Frederick. Norton did not appear. Could not get continuance of trial without affidavit of disability of witness. Self moved court to record Norton's failure so Tucker might have remedy against him for damages.

Since terms of school will remain same after change of above from Burlington to Williamsburg he assumed the Randolph boys would remain and therefore has moved their things when moved school. Hopes settlement with Mrs. Tucker was correct. Hopes to hear from him.

I find from Mr. Texier that objections are raised to prevent the recovery of the insurance on the Sally Van. I am thinking of a trip to France. I think if I go the owners should bear proportionally my expenses.

Have not heard a word from Messrs. Cowper. I will give you an account of what went on. Have transmitted you my accounts.

Written in Latin.

Is puzzled at contents of enclosed letter from Mr. Byrd. Asks advice. If necessary, requests him to forward enclosed paper forbidding sale of Negroes until debt due from Robert Munford deceased to Frances Mosely Munford as exr. of Theodorick Munford and guardian to Frances M. Munford and also debt due to estate of George and Anna (Bland) Munford Curie be paid. Relies on him to do what is necessary. (Enclosure lacking).

Deliver the tobacco to a ship captain at ? Colonel B. Randolph's bond is good for 6,000 pounds of tobacco. Calculate the interest as you think right.

Boys again with him. Their moral and literary character will be well attended. The German out of town but hears his price is exorbitant: $4 per month, $8 in advance, for attendance every other day. Does not remember whether his price was £33 or £35 but will abide by whatever Tucker understood.

Observations on the Law of Virginia to regulate Navigation.

I would attend your summons immediately, but am afraid to travel Cox Road at this season alone. Mr. Tucker is expected any time. He intends to go to Amelia Court though ignorant of the event at Springfield.

Copy of a Memorial for a free port at Bermuda. Written by Henry Tucker, father of St. George Tucker.

Thank you for the management of Mr. Smith's bill. I hope Morgan can have equal advantage as though the money was actually paid. I have written Donald Campbell about my matters in Virginia.

Tucker has secured Smith's bill on Pennock. Unless this money can be made use of, I am afraid Morgan may be short of cargo.

Mrs. Banister said your jaunt to Bermuda had been postponed until the spring. Your friend Major William Pierce is married. Pendleton is paying his addresses to Miss Pinckney.

Received a letter from James Mathews of Maryland, who lodged an attachment in the hands of Mr. Nicholas. We sent you a letter expressing his surprise that we had not received and remitted his money. What answer shall be made Mr. Mathews?

Has written thrice on subject of removal of school in Williamsburg. Increased price would not be unreasonable, but probably will be left to generosity of others. If Tucker does not wish to add anything to payments, boys will still have comfortable quarters in Capitol. Will keep one common table at own home until larger number of boys warrant one in Capitol. Has good assistant. Day of school opening is earlier here. Boys' baggage here.

This is delivered by Mingo, who I have sent to continue with James as you informed me to do. I have also received Johnny who will be taken care of. I wish to see you.

Surprised Tucker did not receive his three former letters on subject of removal of school to Williamsburg. Will take few boys into family altogether and charge 5 guineas extra. Others will lodge at Capitol under assistant and eat at his house. Hopes to have Mrs. Tucker's three sons.

Doctor Finchee has brought his son to school. Self has bought a violin and other expenses. Money needed for ourselves and Mr. Hallam. Gift of Norman Peyton Tucker, 1974.

The bearer brings your horse. Please acknowledge the receipt of him. (Acknowledged by Thomas Rawson).

Captain John Dill on behalf of the owners of the sloop Lively asked you to negotiate and receive the money from the Treasury of Virginia for money lodged in that fund. Have you received it.

Your letter promised to recover the money due me from Mr. Nichols, but I have not heard any more. Inform me of the delay. I need the money.

Grateful for trouble with his foolish Negro who went from Petersburg to Matoax as shortest way to Cawson. Had gout. Been frozen so long there is no possibility of getting sheldrakes. Lack of coachman prevented self and wife from visiting them.

"I agree to take your four lots in Blandford new town numbers, 13, 14, 15, 9 for the sum of 200£ specie payable on the first of January 1786."

This will be given you by Captain George Robinson, who comes on a trading voyage to Virginia. Should he need your advice or assistance, please oblige him. We are sending you the three first issues of the Bermuda Gazette.

Your horse broke open the stable and escaped. As yet, I have not been able to find him.

During sojourn here has made acquaintance with Thomas Jefferson. Letter on subject of arts and sciences. Written in French.

Captain Thomas Thweatt levied an execution on a replevy bond that I was security for John Nicholas due to Messrs. Mathews and Hogins for the sum of £127.10.11 3/4. They seized on my house servants, bay horses, household furniture. Mr. Nicholson was away. As you are the attorney that prosecuted the suit, please ask Captain Thweatt not to sell my effects until I have the opportunity of raising the money.

Please postpone the sale of the effects of Duncan Rose until after the next court day.

I have sent you a few accounts. I don't want suits unless people refuse to pay or give bond with good security on demand.

Taxes owed. Mr. Clay will go down for the money. Gift of Norman Peyton Tucker, 1974.

I am glad you took the pains in obtaining the papers respecting the Brig Sally Van. Captain Dean has arrived. I have made out an affidavit. if I don't get the money, I am going to France.

I am glad you arrived safely. I was afraid you might be frozen on the road. If Mr. Booker can not pay you my fee, get him to assume or accept and we will use coercion. The books have been removed.

Sylvia Coleman is bound to Robert Roe. She was bound by Trop Field and Peter Jones. She appears to be 22 years of age.

Bought you a box of sugar at 60/. Received the key to my trunk.

Imagines visitation now called is to make provision for Indians that General Clarke is to send down as well as to secure the Brafferton estate. Proposes Indians be taken into Capitol. Mr. Bracken absolutely refuses that compromise. There will be little doubt if Tucker brings Colonel Banister and James Innes to his side. Thinks Bracken might change.

Arther comes down with the account of taxes on your one and on the estate of Mr. Randolph's in Cumberland County. I want another work horse.

Observe by Colonel Digges' public notice that you are cited to appear at the College on the 25 of March. Make it a point of honor to attend. The interests of our friend Maury require your attention on that day - The spirit of the FHC, I trust, is not dead.

Thanks him, sister (Mrs. Frances (Bland) Randolph Tucker) and Richard Randolph for kind favors. Much mortified to hear of his disappointment of going to Bermuda. Planning trip there next month. Self hopes St. George to contrive to meet him there. Marquis Fontenelle ?, Colonel in French service, and Mare go with Colonel Seuf.

Preston is bringing up my horses and will deliver them to you.

When Billy Hall planned Captain Daniel Morgan's voyage, it was intended he should bring back the amount of Smith's bill. As Captain Morgan wants flour, try giving Smtih's bill to Banks and Company. If nothing can be done, I would advise selling the lots at Vendue. Colonel Parker has offered £600 for it. I am sending you a trunk which contains my father's papers. I am leaving a power of attorney here with Mr. Burke. I have nominated you, Mr. Burke, and C. Calvert as our attorneys. I plan to leave for Grenada in a few days.

I understand you finished Mr. Baker's business in Amelia. There was a suit Field and Call against Chat. Hamlin and Dudley. Also one against Wm. Irby on a bond. If the money is recovered, please give it to Mr. Richard Taylor at Petersburg.

Concerning Hamlin and Dudley's suit, I have found something like a state of that matter settled. Until I can examine my books, I wish nothing to be done.

Write me concerning the affair of J. Jenkins. I am in want of the money.

Please inquire how much can be had for a bill of exchange in Petersburg. it is drawn by Colonel Corbin and Mr. Wormeley executors of the Robinson estate in England in favor of the heir to that estate on Mr. Wakelin Welch merchant in London. The amount is £188.

Arrived here yesterday. Have seen your brother and wife and your sister Bets. They are well. Your mother is well. Am setting out for my father's.

I was directed by Donald Campbell to write Captain Daniel Morgan a letter, under cover to you. This is my first opportunity.

Aunt Campbell died March 31. Mama is sending you by Captain Gilbert Father's sword and ink stand. We had a letter from Natty in September.

Mr. Young would like to purchase Mr. Hall's lot. I give up my preference to him. If this is not all right, I am willing to pay the £600 cash for it. (Enclosed letter from Hugh Young to St. George Tucker same date).

Colonel Josiah Parker has resigned his preference of Mr. Hall's lot in my favor. I wish to purchase the lot if the terms are reasonable and a good title can be given. (On same page as letter from Josiah Parker to St. George Tucker, 1784 April 5)

I will furnish Captain Morgan with a cargo of bread and flour of Colonel John Banister's manufacturing. You are to give me an order on Hugh Young for the amount of the cargo. If he cannot pay the money, I will take the water lot offered in your proposal at the price of 700 £.

I wish to furnish Mr. Daniel Morgan with good flour and I would be glad to know if you will give him the best quality of flour manufactured at Colonel Banister's mills. I will give you an order on Hugh Young of Baltimore for the amount of the cargo. If he can not pay the money, you can purchase the lot for 700 £.

If you choose to take Mr. Hall's lot you will please on sight pay to David Ross 700£ current money in specie. I will then make you a conveyance for the lot on application and will warrant the title. If you can not pay this sum, please consider the offer at an end.

Much affected at loss of King. Patsy Hall dead. Shore's arrival afforded opportunity of inquiries about friends and acquaintances. She had pleasure of company of boys (Richard, Theodorick Bland and John Randolph of Roanoke). Promises self happiness of meeting them at Bermuda. Asks what she thinks of flying chariot. Compliments to father (Colonel Theodorick Bland Sr. of Cawsons) and family. Brother (Theodorick Bland), Miss Betty, children (Anne Frances Bland Tucker, Henry St. George Tucker, Tudor Tucker), Miss Maria Rind, and younger Saint George Tucker?

Shore to deliver her cask of rice branded "Someners No. 1." Misses Miss Hall. Sends toys for children. (Undated memo probably enclosed with 1784 April 12 letter from Doctor Thomas Tudor Tucker to Mrs. Frances (Bland) Randolph Tucker.)

Wrote him by Colonel Seuf. Regrets death of Miss Patty Hall. Shore tells him St. George has great deal business, particularly at Amelia Court. Cannot say self met with much encouragement. Connection with Doctor Chanler advantageous on own part. Cannot desire continuance on unequal terms. Mind more at ease than for several years past. Promises self happiness of meeting him in Bermuda. Mother (Mrs. Anne (Butterfield) Tucker) in good health. Polly Evans arrived from there. By last accounts father (Colonel Henry Tucker) well. Also Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) and nephews. Report Bermuda made free port unconfirmed. Miss Evans' brother (George Evans) sailed for Bermuda. Lewis returns with Shore. Requests remembering him to Colonel Beverley Randolph, Hilton, and Doctor Hall.

Received his favor by George. Grateful to them for present. Enclosed is order on inspector? at John Bollings for 4 hogsheads of tobacco which self asks to have sold and money sent him by Cyrus. Needs it for taxes.

I am sending you an account against Cabel Davis, who I hear is dead. Please bring suits unless you can obtain payment otherwise. You also have an account against Thomas Cook. I plan to go to Bermuda soon. Please give me a letter to some of your friends there.

Am enclosing a bond of Messrs. A. Robertson and Company on which Mr. Robertson is willing to confess judgment. Enter Mr. Robertson as special bail for me in a suit of George Elliot's Ex. against Thomas Masterson and William Coleman.

Unfavorable wind for Shore given opportunity of thanking him for favor by Captain Gill. News of Mrs. Shore and Miss Patty Hall's deaths had reached him. Captain Churchill Jones brought account of latter. Concern for St. George's difficulties. Hopeful property he possessed with assistance of his profession to have provided plentiful subsistence. As friend Beverley Randolph acts generous part by him, matter will be less oppressive. Own prospects still gloomy. Hopes of receiving money due him from public. His demand upward of $7,000. Receipt would enable him to lessen debts. Moneys at interest of 8% in public funds now sell at depreciation of 4 and 5 for one.

Forwards letters from father. He solicits a free port for Bermuda, with little prospect of success. Might be detained by prosecution of complaint against Lieutenant Governor Bruere. Stiles, the comptroller ? lately arrived from England. Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) talks of returning to America. Last son is Charlton Brown (Tucker). Mentions all the children. Miss Evans has returned to America. Brother (George Evans) arrived too late to accompany here. Enclosure missing.

I am sending you Captain George Taylor's account. Please do something immediately.

Receipt for 50 guineas, 2 half joannerzes ?, 4 shillings nine pence in silver which self promises to deliver to Theodorick Bland of Springfield in Amelia. Danger of robbery on the highway excepted or other unavoidable accident.

I will attend Amelia court. You said that you expected Coleman will obtain a judgment on my bond next Dinwiddie court. Could you get that judgement put off until I can obtain Mr. Yate's deposition.

I wrote you respecting a draft of John Smith, Jr. of St. Thomas on David Plunket in favor of William Hall, Jr. of Bermuda for 3,200 dollars. You may draw on me for eleven hundred and seventy pounds.

I found two subpoenas left by the sheriff on account of Messrs. Blanchard and Lewis of London. As this is the day of the elections and the sales of Messrs. Smedley and Company's goods, I can not make court.

A dispute arose between Daniel Hardiway and myself over a hogshead of tobacco. He is bringing a suit against me in Amelia Court. Please answer it in my behalf.

My brother Hillary Moseley gave you a bond of James Haldane's and a note of Colonel Francis Epps deceased, due the estate of Matthew Phripp, deceased to bring suit on. Please tell me what you have done.

Captain Holcombe has paid me the money which he owes Thomas Broadnax.

Am enclosing two subpoenas in Chancery correspondent to the memorandum you sent me.

Paid $20.00 for shingles. I will see you concerning a suit Mr. Baker brought you. I can not pay the money today.

I have sent you 12 pounds of tea. 24 dollars an 10 3/4 of sugar.

On May 6, 1783, Joseph Violett of St. Thomas shipped a box or case of tea to your care and asked you to send it to New Bern to my brother. Please send the tea to Portsmouth to Thomas W. Pearson. If the tea is in demand with you, dispose of it and hold the proceeds liable to Mr. Violett's order.

Mr. Dulith may leave for Europe early in the summer from Philadelphia. I would like to withdraw my tobacco which has been deposited. The Carolina certificate will be ample security.

Dutelk's deposition not taken under decree of court of chancery. So objection seems not to be unwarrantable. Delay is necessary to supply defect. Quintana had better return. Will move chancery to make submission to arbitration a rule of court. Will press for commission to be sent to Philadelphia. Tucker's scheme of damages is founded in reason and justice and in mercantile usage.

Mr. Muir's case singular. Prince George court has fortified its judgment against revision by a rejection of entries. Believes they have pursued scarcely one of requisitions of law concerning tender. Believes he can get supersedeas (appellant's bond), though it is too late for appeal.

I am not able to attend court on Friday. Will I have to attend next court on the suit against Mosely. When will it be possible to obtain a judgment for the tobacco bond to Mr. Payne. Please make a motion to the court to appoint Thomas Moody, Sr. guardian to his children that he may receive the estate left them by Mr. Ligon.

I have given Dosmont an order on Shore and McConnico for £15.12.6 and another on Thomas Woodley for £11.14. Please recover the money from Jenkins.

I am sending you a few accounts which have been standing for many years. I am not able to collect them so I need your help. I am not sure James Ball's account is correct. Please look at Ball's books. I have been promised Davis' account. What does Manlove say about his account?

I sent you the account of Thorowgood Smith and Company against Richard Hanson. I hear that gentleman is now in Petersburg. Please apply to him for the money. If he does not pay bring suit.

Richard Randolph needs Xenophon and Horace, Theodorick Randolph needs Caesar, Ovid, and Greek grammar. Supposition that Theodorick is deficient should not deprive him of advantages. Regrets he charged Mrs. Tucker £3 too much. Self has advanced about 40/ for repairs for boys.

Is it possible to take the deposition of Captain Thomas Gibbons, relative to the affair in dispute between Captain Thomas Stratten and Samuel Hollingsworth? He intends to sea early in June. If nothing happens next court, just drop the suit.

Please dispose of the tea that John Green of New Bern writes about. If it can't be sold in Petersburg, send it to me. I hope you will settle the tobacco which you owe me.

I have obtained every paper necessary for the recovery of the insurance on the Brig Sally Van, even a renewal of her bill of lading. The only thing now to do is to let one person take the whole of the interest. I will take it if you agree.

I sent you a bond due Mrs. Tuell of this town from John Allen of your neighborhood. Please let me know what steps you have taken.

Thank you for drawing up my power of attorney in favor of Messrs. Donald and Fraser. Please call on them for the amount of his account against him.

My nephew says the lot in Portsmouth is valuable, but will require a great deal of money to improve it towards the water. For the present, I relinquish all pretentions to the purchase. I will rely on you when Captain Morgan's account becomes due.

I gave the arbitration bond to the attorney general. I am sending you ten guineas. Today I leave for the northward.

I have been appointed by the trustees of Hampden-Sidney College to attend the present Assembly because of an interesting subject. If I go, I will not be able to attend Amelia court. Please obtain just indulgence for me. You said on getting the proper certificate from Farmer, you would give me an order on the Steuart for the amount of the account in corn to be delivered at the Roanoke Plantation. Please give an order on Captain Holcomb for 15 barrels of corn.

I am sending you Mr. Munford's account. I think, I am entitled to receive payment in tobacco.

I have talked with Captain James Lewis. He is willling to take the loss, so I will become guarantee for the money or discharge you for Captain Morgan's cargo.

My father is going with me to Brenada (Grenada?) We are waiting for Tudor. Please give Tudor the money I left in your hands. Enclosing a letter from your sister. Letters from England give us reason to believe this place will be made a free port. My parents thank you for the flour and hams.

I have heard of an opportunity for sending your books. Mamma thanks you for her presents. We have heard from papa and he has recovered.

I am expecting a gentleman from North Carolina to whom I have promised to pay about £80. If you have received the money from Richard's, please send it to me. Also that of Davises. Have you gotten the money from Mr. Duval.

Deed by which he gives slaves to his daughter Frances (Bland) Randolph Tucker. Had given them to her by verbal gift on her marriage to John Randolph. Signed: Theok Bland, Ann Bland. Witnessed: William Cryer, Wm Yates, Robert Bollings, St. G. Tucker Jr.

James Winfery summoned me for forty shillings. I was not able to attend court. You have my account against Winfery.

My mother is thankful for your attention to her interest. Please make a statement of your account against her son William Hill. She hopes the court will grant her lawful interest on her debt against Watson.

I wrote you that you could draw on me a ten days sight for eleven hundred and seventy pounds on account of Mr. William Hall, Jr. of Bermuda. Now do not draw on me, I shall pay the money to Messrs. Elliston and John Parot.

The bill on Baltimore will not answer my purpose as I cannot negotiate it for money.

I gave you three bonds last October due me from persons in Amelia county for you to bring suit against them. Please let me know what you have done.

Since writing to you, I have discovered how a bill on Baltimore may be negotiated. It would be more convenient on Philadelphia.

I am sending the bill. I expected to give it to you at court, but Nancy's illness has kept me from attending.

I was surprised to find that Mr. Richards assured you of money being paid Captain Pennock on my account. On receipt of this money, make application to him for the balance. Please retain the money of Davis' estate until the executors qualify. Am enclosing an account against Peterfield Trent for you to settle.

I found William Claiborne in goal because of a small sum due to Barber Claiborne. I told William Scott to turn him loose and I would indemnify him. Scott told me the damage in the writ was £10. Scott promised to enter himself special bail. If this makes me liable for any shit, please let me know.

A trial will come up between Brasington and myself concerning two and a half bushels of garden peas. He is suing me for 1/3 per quart. William Davis, Jessee Cogble, or William Durell will serve as my witness.

Thank you for your letter and present. My brother, the Doctor (Thomas Tudor Tucker) has come to spend a few days. I hope my brother received his books.

Acknowledges letter of May 4th by Billy Hall who goes to Baltimore. Captain Tucker will inform them re unfortunate brig Friendship. Approves his settlement with Cowper. Tommy (Tudor Tucker) embarked for Charleston after eight-day visit. Thanks for flour. Jemy Brighton will take Tucker back when Captain Morgan brings him to Bermuda in the fall.

List of commissioners of the peace, from 1779 May 29 to 1784 June 24.

Richard Holeman has appointed me their attorney. You have obtained judgment from Archibald and William Robertson. If they do not pay the tobacco soon, get execution. Let me hear.

Account for the Master Randolphs Richard, Theodorick, and John Randolph to total of £19.2.4 1/2.

Writes by his friend Doctor Griffin. Thanks for Lucy's shoes. Innis and his bridge just left. Martha (wife, Martha (Cocke) Randolph) and Lucy (daughter?) in weak state. Set out soon for springs, though self feels no great reliance in them.

I was so careless as not to take the man's receipt for the box or even take down his name. I hope it has reached you.

Have you ever obtained a judgment against Moseley. I am in need of the money as my creditors have given me long indulgencies. Please inform me when you will be able to recover the tobacco bonds.

Soliciting office of the notary public in Petersburg. Purchased from Paul Richards, March 15, 1964.

I arrived here this evening and met Mr. Banks. He will pay me £300 in a short time. The rest he will pay in flour or wheat. I leave tomorrow for Alexandria.

Hopes Dick Randolph will read Virgil and Salust during holiday. Other boys required to read Greek grammar and Latin during vacation. Mr. George? Wythe is particularly pleased with Dick. Hopes Tucker has recovered from indisposition.

Will. Received property from father John Hall of Halifax, North Carolina, by deed witnessed by William Hall, Jr. and John Kitchin.  Mentions goddaughters Elizabeth Davis, daughter of Samuel and Amelia Davis; Anna Frances Bland Tucker (Only being for whom she feels an extraordinary affection); and Frances Hardaway.  Bequests to Mrs. Davis, Mrs. Tucker and Maria Rind.  Appoints St. George Tucker executor.  Witnessed: Martha Rind, Richard Randolph. Codicil, justifying seeming neglect of relations, made by Doctor Isaac Hall in last illness of testatrix at her request and in her own identical words.

A bill drawn on John Ball by Captain Daniel Morgan payable here has been returned protested. Mr. Ball was in Philadelphia when the bill was presented at my house. I informed the holder, Stephen Wilson, that I would write Mr. Ball and ask if I should pay it on his acount. Before I could get his answer, the bill was protested. The bill has been returned for a difference of 12/9.

This is to introduce Captain Carnes. Our friends in Bermuda are well.

Appointment as notary public for the district of Petersburg, signed by Benjamin Harrison, Governor of the Commonwealth.

If Ross wants the lot in Portsmouth it will be 700£. If he does not want it, I will sell the lot and pay him.

The court of Sussex County has appointed me guardian to Halcotte B. Pride. I request that you be my attorney. William Hill has possession of the greater part of his estate. Mr. Gray Briggs tells me this. He is a principal witness.

Met Mr. Hall at the mill with Tucker's letter. Betty will accompany Tucker to Bermuda. She and Polly left yesterday for Tuckahoe, alarmed at message from David Randolph. Poor Nancy very ill. Sends chair for Fanny (Tucker's) critical time. Birth of man child will be recompense.

I informed my uncle of the contents of your letter. Was the property actually in the possession of Colonel James Jenkins at the time of the execution. If the sheriff offers the Negro for sale, value him. I would like to bid 2/3 of the value.

I can not attend Dinwiddie court to be Michael Burke's special bail in Armistead's suit. Will you become his special bail?

Please see if Wood Jones of Amelia will pay you the penal bill without a suit. If not, sue him for I need the money.

Do what you can for me on the Hollingsworth and Stratton matter. I am in need of the money. When you receive the money, pay yourself three guineas and I am indebted to Messrs. Gordon Campbell and Company £18, pay them.

I directed my brother, Hellary Moseley to give you an account and note of Colonel Francis Epps. A bond of James Haldanes. Has a judgment been obtained for either of these?

Enclosed is a copy of a note of George Nicolson for 367£. When the interest is discounted, there will be £360 due. It is my intention to make payment to all persons. (Enclosure)

You may summon Mr. Coatsman and Armsted. Mr. W. Roberts himself did the business of the vessel when the coffee was brought in. Mr. Holms has been summoned to appear before the Chesterfield court. Please send summons for the other men.

I am sending you a copy of the record of Muir against Batte. Please make entries from your minutes to complete the record.

Concerning bill in Baltimore.

Mr. Holms informed me Mr. W. Roberts of Richmond did the business of the Nancy when Stratton arrived from the West Indies in 1780. Mr. Roberts will be able to throw light upon the matter of the coffee.

My sister told me you were ill. Let me hear from you, I will be glad to lend my aid both as friend and physician. A trip to see us in Gloucester might be helpful. Mr. Page is still at Wilmington.

Business calls me to Portsmouth. I will not be at the Chesterfield court. Please have the papers ready to be executed at court with a blank for the clerks name. Are you apppointed Notary Public? If so, have Governor's certificate with the seal of the commonwealth fixed with the papers.

Received your subpoena to attend court next Friday. I am not able to ride that far. If the matter (Hollingsworth v. Stratton) can be laid over until next court I will attend.

John Hylton will give you this. He hopes you have succeeded in getting a judgment against Moseley. Tell me the fate of my suit against Dwry Worsham's estate. I would like to close all the old matters. When finished, I think, I will leave for the north.

Enclosing Captain Butler's account against Black. A bond of Francis Osborne's which you will please put in suit.

Asks help in subscription to raise money to complete repairs at Capitol and make it more commodious. Citizens too poor for corporation to do it. Country at large will be benefited as it is superintended by president and professors of the university. Mr. Wythe offered and does go through all classes once a month.

Many years since self and St. George saw or corresponded with each other. Unwilling to trust letters to people knows nothing about. Lives 220 miles from London in country place. Does not know whether foreign letters delivered at post office in America to be forwarded or depend on care of ship's captain. That transactions in America not indifferent to self. St. George will judge when reads own literary productions. First thought was to begin epic poem on Revolution. As had no means of obtaining suscription, matter dropped. Undertook dramatic work of American Revolution entitled Columbinus. Finished tragedy for English stage. Although rejected by managers of Covent Garden and Drury Lane theatres, not discouraged from similar enterprise. Ardent inclination to get possession of English stage induced self to suppress publication of Columbinus because of its sympathy for American cause. Captain Sargeant offers convenient opportunity of sending Columbinus to St. George. Shall commit it to father (Colonel Henry Tucker), however, who hopes to cross Atlantic in September or October. If meets approval, has no objection to its publication. Sister's (Mrs. Frances (Bland) Randolph Tucker) letter via France never came. To write to here at Bermuda. Regards to little ones. Acknowledgments to those who showed self hospitality on trip to Virginia many years since. Particularly the then president (Secretary Thomas) Nelson, Colonel Nelson, Burrel (Burwell), Colonel James? Innes, Beverley Randolph and David Stuart. Regrets that when there he did not see General Washington. St. George promised to send self his literary productions. Over year since last saw father. Requests St. George to direct self at Malton, Yorkshire.

His last will and testament.

I am sending you a letter of Captain Gill. If he has left for Charleston, please send it to your brother. I was very intimate with your brother in Charleston.

I saw your letter introducing your relation, Mr. Hall. I did not see him. When you return from Bermuda, make Alexandria your port. I hope to see you some time. Is Innes as fond of good drink as formerly?

Enclosed is an order of Colonel Bland's, the contents are subject to your acceptance. It is part of a sum of money which Colonel Bland owes me. If it is convenient, the tobacco will answer.

I shall set out for Bermuda tomorrow. Samuel Davis will remit you for my account. I have sold my lot.

I think a protested bill of Morgan's may be sent down by Mr. Ross for payment. If so, please apply for the money due from Mr. Riverson. Mr. West will give you three dollars for cost of the protests.

Captain Morgan's bill was returned to Baltimore. Mr. Smith would give a bill on Philadelphia. When the bill was returned to Baltimore, he sent it to Philadelphia to Mr. Ball. Mr. Hall went to Philadelphia and received the money. He did lodge the money here on his return. Mr. Hall promised to send the money to Norfolk, but he did not. I can no longer delay the matter.

I hear the suits that Osborne's executors have against A. and P. F. Trent will come to trial next court. I can not pay those debts before January next. I am going to Norfolk and the Capes with Mrs. Trent for her health.

Arrived here the 24th. All our friends here are well. Have not devoted a moment to business. Probably will not see you until the spring. My father comes to Virginia in November.

Have you received the tobacco or? money on account of the judgments of James Cocke obtained against A. and William Thomas in Amelia and Francis Poythress and Thomas Scott, Jr.

Please take a proper deed from John Nicholas to me as executor of Robert Skipwith for a tract of land lying on Hatcher's Run. His executor passed my bond to Mr. Nicholas for the balance of the tobacco due for the said land. Mr. Goode left Mr. Nicholas a bond from Alexander Walker to Robert Skipwith for 9,000 wt. tobacco. He asked Mr. Nicholas to give you the bond so you could bring suit.

He and self are increasing the name of Tucker. Father does not hear from St. George. Rumor that island (Bermuda) will be made a free port. Mr. Brickwood will succeed him (father) as public agent for them. Brother Tom (Tudor Tucker) paid short visit lately.

Letter she wrote by way of France never came. If certain this to find her in Bermuda, would write to brother (St. George Tucker) there. Shall reserve further address to him until departure of father (Colonel Henry Tucker). By father St. George will likewise receive own dramatic work Columbinus. Trusts he will not reserve his opinion, as do other friends excepting sister Bet (Elizabeth Tucker). Met hospitable reception in Virginia. Regards to her little ones (Richard, Theodorick Bland and John Randolph).

I am sending you a deed to me of fifty and one quarter acres of land in or near Richmond being halves of two prizes, numbers 119 and 327 drawn in the lottery of Colonel W. Byrd. Please procure from the trustees a proper conveyance of the lands to me. After conveyance, please sell the lands and with the proceeds, discharge a bond given by me to Arthur Lee for fifty-five louisdore with legal interest.

Wrote few days ago by Mr. Farmer. Now writes by Mr. Deane who requests recommendation to him. He is worthy man and respectable character.

Mr. Nicolson's note is due in January next. I have detained a young man eight days, who has a demand on me, thinking the money would be sent up. I cannot delay this matter any longer. I request you to take up this bill, if you can.

I have sent the papers of the Sally Van to Mr. Texier, but have not heard from him. There have been so many bankruptions at Bordeaux that I fear he may have. Mr. Brickwood is sending you the books that you desired. I am sending by Captain Cargeant a small picture of me. I can not afford a first rate portrait. I have sent my miniature to Mrs. Tucker. It is done by a lady who is one of the first hands at this sort of painting. The miniature is set to wear either round the neck or as a bracelet. It is very seldom and then only in full dress that the ladies wear bracelets on both wrists and then never two portraits but some other device in hairs. I am sending your eldest daughter a locket of my hair. I hope to leave here early in October. I have sent you a seal of our family arms. I have assumed the motto of "Auspice Tencio." Mrs. Montresor is at their country house 50 miles of Burton. Mrs. Auchumity lives only 3 miles from Downs, where I intend to take a ship. Mrs. Goodrick and family are now at Bristol. Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) is trying to acquire a character as a dramatic writer. I shall bring with me home "Columbinus" and "The Queen of Jewry."

Encloses his deed and letter of business to transmit. Is defect in John Tucker's not having made conveyance to the father or given him acknowledgment that half the tickets were purchased for his benefit. Witness attests only to the signing, sealing and delivering of deed and need not know what he witnesses. Mr. Pollard thinks he is doing all that is requisite.

Your son (John Randolph of Roanoke) has arrived safely in Bermuda. Billy Hall brought him to us yesterday. They had a passage of eight days. Mr. Ewing keeps a school in this neighborhood, which will be quite convenient for him to attend. Papa has been relieved by the appointment of another agent.

In my brother's absence, I am enclosing an invoice and bill lading for the law books which were shipped by Captain Sargeant to Richmond amounting to £28.18.9.

In my brother's absence, I am enclosing an invoice and bill lading for the law books which were shipped by Captain Sargeant to Richmond amounting to £28.18.9.

Sir Peyton Skipwith to set off for Virginia. If Captain Carnes got to Virginia, already apprized of own return from Bermuda. Little fracas happened among them. Duelling somewhat fashionable. Man in jail here that wanted to pass for connection of Colonel Theodorick Bland or himself. Said he was brother of Mrs. St. George Tucker. Afterward, son of Parson Bland. At last dropped "d" from name. Wrote letter to Colonel Washington in style of intimacy. Requests remembering self to sister (Mrs. Frances (Bland) Randolph Tucker, children, St. George Tucker?, Miss Maria Rind.

I have seen your father. I have sent Colonel Banister some late publications, which you will have to see. What have you done with Greenhill?

When you wrote me for my accounts against Mr. Randolph's estate, I was at home sick. I now enclose them to you. The date you paid John Ryall the tobacco please enter it. I need 5 £/.

I am surprised Mr. H. Tucker has not received my letter. I think, it unnecessary to decend to any particular objections against Mr. Tucker's claim. The vessel has not been attended to. Your claims must be supported by the necessary vouchers.

I have received notice that a motion will be made against me at next Dinwiddie Court for a judgment against me on my bond to Daniel Claiborne. This debt is to be paid to Richard Taylor who informs me he wants the money to be paid to Leighton Wood.

You may dismiss the suit which I have brought against John Scott.

Please write me of the affair with Jenkins. I shall pay you for your expense and trouble. Draw a bond as you think might end in the sale of the property.

John Rogers of Amelia told me he owed me 15/. He agreed to give me his note for that sum with interest. I find from an old ledger of mine, he owes me 40 odd shillings, which with the other and interest will amount to about six pounds. Please try to collect this for me and if he will not pay, bring suit.

I am sending you three dollars by Mr. Carter. Please bring on the suit. I do need the money.

Enclosed in Mr. Blow's draft on William Barksdale for £173.16.4 which will be paid you on demand. Receive from Messrs. Robert Donald and Company £486.3.8 which we have sent to their care. Making £660 which we have received from Mr. Stratton on William Hall's account. (Enclosure, Richard Blow to William Barksdale, same date).

I have not been informed whether you renewed the petition. I was surprised when I heard I was nonsuited.

Shall answer his letter before commencement of court. Asks what letter self left unanswered to him. Before self left Richmond, he executed business called for by every paper.

Record of Muir and Batts is medley. May do injury to their friend. Major Muir must show how incorrect proceedings has damaged him. All appears to be right. How could lands be tendered in November for judgment taken in July and execution taken out in October. Muir appointed a free holder to value lands tendered, indicating he had no objection to it. Will try to help Muir. Self refused undertaking suit against John Randolph's estate for Ryland Randolph.

You said the suit of Hollingsworth against Stratton would be determined in the August, Chesterfield Court. If the money was recovered, please send me the money.

The Estate of John Randolph in account with Minor, Gill and Brown.

As I am settled here, I will do any business you may want done. You may ship me tobacco or anything else. My commission is 21 shillings per hogshead of tobacco. I have seen your father.

Am enclosing some letters from Messrs. Davis and Young of Portsmouth.

I spoke to Mr. Baker about a debt due me from Mr. Robert Kennon's estate. He said he would tell you to bring suit. What have you done.

I am sending you a copy of the omissions of record pointed out by you in a letter to Edmund Randolph. Also a letter to the attorney.

Has read Tucker's comments on commerce and liked them. Apologizes for not writing sooner. Agrees that a reform of the courts is necessary, but uncertain as to how to go about it.

Theodorick Randolph may decline Greek if Tucker wishes. Not worth while to start French if he leaves for Bermuda soon. Boys' division of pocket money was based on Mr. Banister's suggestions. Sorry for cause of Jack's (John Randolph) voyage. Health good except for eruption about head caused by eating too much butter. Will substitute Gibbons for reading if Tucker wishes, but does not like to make exceptions.

We are sending a small box containing some plates per your invoice. We will be happy to render you further services.

Asks what allowance boys should have from sum in his hands.This is season for laying in provisions, so asks Tucker for money due in August. Should be paid in advance.

Cyrus informs that news of Father's (Theodorick Bland, Sr. death was announced to her by same means. Self sets out tomorrow for old home. Will stop for her at Battersea (Banister home). Mrs. Martha (Dangerfield) Bland prevented from going by illness. Will call for her at Hardwicke instead of Battersea if more convenient to her. On page 2 is epitaph of Theodorick Bland, Sr. On cover: Colonel Banister is earnestly requested to forward this letter this evening. Wednesday.

I have sent the articles you wanted by Captain Sargeant. I hope the coffee ? urn and milk pot are all right. You can settle with Mr. McConnico for the amount. Articles listed: 1 candlestick, 1 cream jugs, 1 tablespoon, 1 punch ladle, 1 pr. snuffers, 3 dessert spoons.

To inform you that I have just closed the eyes of our mutual friend Colonel Theodorick Bland. He expired about half after four this morning. Latin poem included.

At the last payment to Pleasant, Shore, and Company, December 21, 1782, the balance due was £247.4.8 with interest to be added. McConnico said you were to discount £300 with him on account of Morgan's bill. This sum with what I have paid leaves a balance of £250 due. I left money to pay this. I have no occasion to discount Pleasants, Shore and Company's bill against the other. Pleasant, Shore and Company shall allow you credit for the amount of their protested bill.

I hope to do something with my affairs with Pleasant, Shore, and Company. If you think proper to put your bill and protest in my hands, tis probable I may make all of it. If I do and can obtain proper credit for it. This will oblige me to allow you the amount of it out of the money you are to pay me for your bill intended for Morgan.

I will not return to Virginia until spring. My father will receive the money I left in your hands. Included receipt for six hundred pounds payable January next, signed by Archibald Campbell, 1784 December 7.

The only vessel here going to Bermuda is one commanded by Captain Stow, it will sail in three or four weeks. Andrew Ronald expects a warrant will issue in November for the sale of his property here as confiscated. Robert Farmer observed that Doctor Campbell's property stands on the same footing. Put the matter off until Doctor Campbell arrives.

The bill will be wanted immediately if I am to negotiate it. If you send it to me, I will return the bill on Monday or pay you in ten days. The bill drawn by Morgan is settled with McConnico.

The Governor objected to granting the certificate you wanted. I am sending you a copy of the extract from the Pennsylvania Act relative to notaries. It appears that their law is expressed in general terms as the act of our assembly. By examining the table of fees, I doubt that it would be to our advantage if the assembly adopted them. At present we have 10/ for every thing we do. The Pennsylvania charge is loss.

I am glad Morgan's bill is settled. If you come to any settlement with Pleasants, Shore, and Company, I authorize them to credit you for the amount of their protested bill. I will not send you the bill. You may obtain a credit on a settlement by a jury which may be prejudicial to my own interests as one of the house of Pleasants, Shore and Company. After your dispute is settled, I will make the payment.

With regard to a letter I received from Andrew Ronald, concerning the situation of the lots and lands near this place that my father left my mother, brother, and myself, I beg you to use your interest with the gentlemen of the Assembly. My mother built on one of the lots and since has been informed that the lots and land were escheated and that the matter was suspended by an injunction in Chancery. I have had a petition drawn up and Colonel Parker and Colonel Mathews will present it to the General Assembly.

I have received Harison's and Taylor's accounts. Harison's account is taken from books that are on the Eastern Shore.

I am sending accounts for arrears of taxes, one against the estate of John Randolph and the other against you. Please pay or give an order on Colonel Robertson.

John Braxton, a Negro of his, with a wife and children at Tucker's, has made off with money and supplies. Asks permission for bearer, Thomas John Pearman, to return them from Tucker's place if he is there.

Since my last letter I have been very ill. I will lend you Wood.

Will attend to Tucker's requests. Wishes he would not take Richard Randolph to Bermuda as he wanted him to enter University next fall with some degree of credit. He is contracting a studious turn which voyage will interrupt.

I asked Captain Thomas Stow about hiring his cabins for your trip to Bermuda. He is not certain of going to Bermuda. I do not know of any leaving now. Captain Bill is heading for Virginia and if so I will inquire of him.

I can not be present today. If the suits are called, pray take judgment and order execution on them.

I am in need of my money. I hope you have been able to get it. Why does your court keep men dragging along in a law suit for two years.

Was any judgment obtained this day against me. Was a writ levied on my property?

Captain Thomas Stowe informed me you were going to Bermuda shortly. I am afraid I will loose my debt from Jenkins. If I owe you anything I will pay you.

I am enclosing an account against George Walker, deceased. I understand William Withers of Dinwiddie, is his executor or administrator. Please apply to Mr. Withers for the amount.

Is not yet well enough to reply to request about astronomical question in letter by Master Randolph. Long discussion of astronomy, stars, eclipses, etc. Believes Herodotus did not invent story Tucker mentioned, though he was fond of telling lies. Sally thanks him for remembering her. Wife and self in bad health. Is not yet able to consider Tucker's solution of Egyptian phenomenon.

I wish I could see you before you leave for Bermuda. Mrs. Page is in poor health. I wish to hear about Yates.

Am enclosing Randel Rowell and Caleb Davis' account. I hope you can recover them.

I am sending an open account against James Turnbull, deceased. I wish you to bring suit. James Campbell, Andrew Hamilton, and John Baird, Jr. are the executors.

Anxious for final settlement of account. In case of Tucker's death, his executors might dispute the award of friends Hardy and Monroe. Tucker may draw bonds as he sees fit. Asks for small supply of cash as he owes a British merchant £128.

Wishes them or some person empowered to act were there. By Father's (Theodorick Bland, Sr. will, it appears to self that legatees are not entitled to receive legacies until debts are paid. Lands and stocks belong to self. Negroes are in hotch-potch. If Jack and Usa do not belong to Tucker, they may be inventoried as part of estate not concerned. Shall remain a week.

I will not be at Chesterfield Court tomorrow. Please get judgments for me on actions of debt where there is no discount or dispute.

Let me hear on Colonel Jenkin's affair. Please tell me what I should sign to give the sheriff in the sale of Jenkin's property.

It is inconvenient for us to pay the sum you mentioned on account of Mr. Randolph's estate. If you can not do without the money, I will sell tobacco to raise part and in January Mr. Shore and I will draw interest warrants.

I cannot come to Matoax as my attendance in the Council is necessary.I am going to establish myself at Chatsworth. I have employed workmen. I hope the mortgage will not stand in the way of any bargain you may make on Bermuda Forest. If I could procure 200 or 300£, I would not worry over the debt. I propose selling you my lands at 2,100 £.

Please suspend every thing until I have an opportunity to see you.

Am enclosing a copy of Mrs. Hannah Cary's will, a legacy given to Mrs. Cary. Thomas Watkins is the only acting executor. Has given up the remainder of the estate to Will. Hay father of John Hay. Mrs. Cary died December 1781. Bring a suit against Mr. Watkins for £150.

Supposes she knows what has happened here which will render new arrangement necessary. New crop must be put in. As she is legatee in Father's (Theodorick Bland, Sr.) will. Self requests that she or St. George Tucker must be present.

The bearer will deliver a horse belonging to William Yates, who lent him to William Nelson, who requested me to send the horse to Matoax. Asks Colonel Tucker to carry all the papers concerning the judgment and execution against John Nicholas in favor of James Matthews of Maryland to the next Dinwiddie Court.

Thanks for favors by Captain Carnes and Blake. Made uneasy by Captain Pendleton's account of indisposition rendering him incapable of business for several months. Regrets old gentleman's death (Colonel Theodorick Bland Sr. of Cawsons). Sorry for Colonel Yates' misfortune. Congratulates on Mrs. Frances (Bland) Randolph Tucker's recovery from confinement and birth of Nathaniel Beverley Tucker. Requests remembering him to sister, children and nephews, Richard, Theodorick Bland and Johnny St. George Tucker? Jr. with them. Promises self happiness of seeing him in Bermuda in Spring.

Reached Matoax last night and learned death of Mr. Bland. Self has different opinion of Father's (Theodorick Bland, Sr. will. Discussion of legal aspects of will. Yates, an executor, said Bland said he had £1,400 due him, exclusive of Loan Office certificates. More than requisite for payment of demands against estate. Thus self thinks specific legatees have right to receive legacies without waiting for settlement of debts. Suggest mode of divison by choosing gentlemen to whom they can confide value of Negroes and then casting lots. Peggy and Paul should have choice of masters. Suggest Mr. Pride as one of the gentlemen. Self makes no claim to Jack and Ursula. Pair worth no more than £5. Jack and Arthur should be present at division. Self and wife glad to concur in any measure of his convenience.

Arrived after fatiguing journey of three days. (Guilford, husband) Dudley enclosed copy of deed to self's father who had no conception of Negroes being conveyed in such manner. Few of family have ideas unconnected with horses. His chargrin must be great, but has consented since he is compelled to give them up. Enjoyed fortnight at Matoax. Lament distance separating them.

Your father is on his way home. The committee from the Privy Council shall favor this island being made a free port. Mr. Pitt is also in favor. Colonel Baylor died at Barbados.

The executors of James Turnbull are willing to satisfy our debts immediately. Please send me the accounts.

Thank you for your friendly sympathy. I have never experienced any distress like this.

Syphax delivered his message on Christmas Day. Quotes Tucker's letter on legal aspects of will. They disagree only on point that executor is answerable for estate until debts are paid. Think books should be examined. As executor, will not divest self of any assets until assured that the pecuniary legacy to John Banister and Theodorick Ruffin can be paid. Has no objection to mode of dividing slaves suggested by Tucker, except he believes it usual for heir at law to have choice of slaves, paying difference in value. Discussion of ownership of slaves: Arthur, Diana, Jack, Ursula, Paul, Peg. Hopes to see him as letters are unsatisfactory. Has not forwarded Tucker's letter to Mr. Pride.

Power of attorney to Nathan Blodgett of Petersburg.

Can you spare any pork. I will be glad to receive the execution against Duval. Also the account against Peterfield Trent. I found your order on Goode for 5,000 pounds tobacco. Please bring suit if you don't get it.

Syphax just brought Bland's answer to own last letter. Bland believes that by father's will, the legatees are not entitled to receive legacies until his debts are paid. Self stated reasons for different opinion. As self believes Bland does not intend making division of slaves until he has closed his administration, discussion of other points not necessary. Self will not presume to meddle or advise. No deficiency of assets sufficient to affect devise to his sister (Frances (Bland) Randolph Tucker). Observes nothing but debts and legacy to Theodorick Ruffin can affect the slaves. Whole personal estate liable to satisfy those demands. Would resign all claim to Arthur except that Theodorick Bland, Sr.) declared he had never given him to Theodorick, Jr., but sent him there to be hired out. Gift of slaves to Frances (Bland) Randolph Tucker and to little Fanny appears in different light. Deeds were drawn at Father's desire and executed with proper solemnity. Self has been misinformed about Jack's having been sent here. Self never employed him although he helped Frances Tucker. Self is ready to deliver him and pay for year's hire. Ursula came and remained by his Father's orders. His sister (Frances (Bland) Randolph Tucker) will deliver this letter in Springfield tomorrow. Self required here and at Petersburg this week. If Bland still determines to make immediate division, self is ready to give proper security for rateable proportion of Father's (Bland, Sr.) debts as far as value of legacy, he is to receive shall extend.

Daughter Betty returned from Willesses last night. Hear vessel on which Tuckers leave for Bermuda next Tuesday is small and crowded. Expected to send parcel of flower to pay expenses. Taxes last week took all cash. Will endeavor to be at his house on Saturday or Sunday.

Disappointed at not meeting Tucker here. Neither Goode nor Markham is attending (court?) Self will not attend tomorrow. He may give Baker notice to meet at Osborne's on Saturday. Will leave letter for Eppes. Appointed Osborne as hopes to see a battle after dinner is over. Ordered Syphax to call on Mr. Leigh.

Received his letter. Betty (Cary, daughter) has declined trip to Bermuda. Will go to springs next month with T. Randolph and daughter Polly. Tom left this morning for Dungeness. Self and girls will see him next week.

Account of their concern with Henry Tucker.

Do you have the papers on the brick house at Broadway and the houses and lots in Blandford?

Deposition on the case of Tucker v. Cowper.

Self is questioning Tucker's friendship because he never visits when in town. Self begs Tucker to collect a few debts for him. Self wants Tucker to remind them that he will not hesitate using the law. Colonel William Davis owes self 25 guineas for law books due January 1784. Mr. William Digges owes 20 guineas for private assistance in studies. Because self was absent part of the year, he will accept 15 for Mr. Digges. George Cousins owes self 15 gallons of Brandy or the value. The receipt is dated April 1779. Self recommends threatening the "old fellow" with a lawsuit if he will not settle. Self would not have asked such favors except that he expects Tucker to extract the profits customary to his profession. Self asks Tucker to settle the debt between them as well. Mr. Wythe told self he gave Tucker a "sketch of a plan" self made for "conferring Degrees." Self doesn't think favorably of it.

Colonel Banister asked me to apply to you for an order on the Pocahontas Inspection for some tobacco he bought of you.

I hope you can get the money. I believe the man lives in Mecklenburg or Lunenburg.

There is a suit in Prince George Court of David Ross and Company v. Richard Jones of Amelia. Please take it.

The 12 hogsheads of tobacco in dispute between you and John Osborne have not been settled. The Assembly has removed the obstacles to the payment of British debts. I must muster up all my forces in order to disencumber my brother's estate. What is necessary to be done about the tobacco?

Guy has pass from self to visit wife. wishes to live with her. Informs self that Frances will buy or hire him. Self thinks Guy worth £15 a year as cooper and shoe maker. Will hire or exchange him for old Caesar. Finds bond to Mr. Randolph overpaid by one endorsement in hands of Randolph and one in hands of Father (Theodorick Bland, Sr.) Books belonging to John Randolph's estate are here. Also order in favor of Holcomb.

My life has changed from military to domestic. I have a wife and a fine son. Your account of Virginia is very flattering. Tobacco will always draw attention of cash adventureres from the North. The trade of Georgia suffers more by an irregular and intolerable style of credit. We have four staples: rice, indigo, tobacco, lumber, and a fifth deer skins.

I have just arrived from Bermuda by way of Turks Island. I can not find any salt. When I left you, father was expected any time. If you would like to go with me to Bermuda, I have a good two deck vessel with good accommodations.

Mr. Browdee said you would be home so we could discuss the bill in Chancery.

I received word from David Randolph when I was in Buckingham that you wanted to have my disposition taken. After hearing of Mr. Randolph's death, Colonel Richard told me not to come.

Alexander Donald applied for payment of a protested bill of exchange, which appears to be drawn by Ross, Shore, and Company for £375 stg. We are convinced that it is a palpable forgery. To recover the money, it is necessary that it be properly presented to the said House. Have a protest extended.

I was requested by Daniel Jones to pay you 5,000 weight in tobacco. I let Charles Jackson have a Negro. Mr. Jones has promised to pay, but has failed. Please bring suit against him.

Pay to the executors of John King deceased the tobacco now due, on a bond to me from Messrs. George Evans and Alexander Trent.

I arrived here December 27 after a passage of nine weeks. It was fortunate you did not come with Captain Stowe. His vessel ran on the rocks and filled with water. I have been confined ever since I arrived. I don't think that Parliament will make Bermuda a free port. I left Natty well. He is very fond of dramatic poetry. Master John Randolph is very well and attentive to his school. I never received a letter from Texier. I desired Mr. Brickwood to write to some person and get information about him. Tell Mrs. Tucker I brought caps and hats and hoped they would have been here to receive some. Julia Achmuty married a Major Mucalster.

I am sending you a copy of Mr. Ross's bill of injunction in the suit of Pleasants, Shore, and Company. please send it either to Mr. Cowper or Mr. Tucker. during the last session of Assembly, I fully discoursed Colonel N. Harrison on the subject of Mrs. Fitzhugh's bill.

I have to pay a sum of money the 16th and I have to beg your assistance. please get the money for Worshams judgment.

Account. £76,281.5.0.

When Mr. McConico's order was presented to Ritson, he gave us reason to believe that he would pay it off. I am in immediate need of the money. Friends well in Bermuda.

I have obtained permission from Mr. Edwards to take judgment on the terms proposed by Colonel Jones in behalf of Mr. Atkinson.

To comply with request of Messrs. Wills and John Cowper, self sends accounts of the Friendship by particular bill instead of gross amount copied from original settlements made in Bermuda. Captain Tucker and Captain Willis Morgan had 1/16 interest each. Account of expenses and repairs on brig. Consulted Mr. Ball, friend of Cowper. Mr. Fiveach will attest. Brig not insured on last trip for good reasons. This comes by Mr. Hawker of Fredericksburg.

I am sick of this place. Without employment and without amusement. I hear my father arrived safely in Bermuda.

I obtained Vesall's injunction. I also had judgments entered on Verall's bond to Dodson and Drew's and Jones' to Jer. Bailey.

Tuition for four quarters was £42 - £30 received. May be increased to £50 which is not exorbitant for advantages of living in his family. Wood and candle, washing and meals is expensive. Boys' allowance is expended.

I have given Mr. Ross' injunction bill a lot of time. You must be explicit on several points of the matter. I will state figures of what I conceive the result of improper application between Pleasants, Shore, and Company and Ross,  Shore, and Company.

Your opinion of the matter between Mr. Ross and Pleasants, Shore, and Company is very erroneous. I will relate the transactions with Mr. Ross and also between Ross, Shore, and Company and Pleasants, Shore, and Company.

Colonel Henry Skipwith requests that you forward the suit against Walker as fast as possible. If you recover the tobacco, pay it to whomever holds a bond given by Skipwith to John Nicholas.

I am anxious about Burke's injunction. Have you heard any thing of William F. Burton?

Have received the protest and will pay. Make out a protest against Captain James Paterson against William Alexander.

I received a letter from the Governor requesting A. Cary, B. Markham, Mr. Baker, Frank Eppes, Mr. Leigh, Colonel Goode and yourself to recommend proper persons for field officers. Please set a certain time and we will attend the court house.

Received your account of my father's arrival. Hope he will take up residence there for life. Will not leave here until something is settled about the American trade. Explains what France has done about her trade. Your father has arrived in Bermuda.

I have been summoned as a witness, this will keep me away from home a week. This prevents me from doing your plate.

The debt you were security for will probably produce a law suit. If you don't want the law books, please send them back.

I leave tomorrow for Europe. John Potts is to execute my affairs while I am away. I want to give him full power to act as I would in recovering certain debts due from Ben. Thompson to my brother James Grubb.

Please ride over here. I am keeping a bachelor's house. Martha is in Williamsburg. Dick and Theodorick were well when I left Williamsburg.

Mr. John Batte has come to terms respecting our suit. He offers me bonds with good security for the principal and interest payable annually in four years.

Please make application for the accounts against Peter R. Bland deceased and Everard Meade. Furnish me with Haldane's bond to M. Phripp.

Mr. Morris presents his compliments to Mr. Tucker. Sending him a copy of the letter talked of yesterday.

We will be glad to serve you in this capitol as tobacco merchants.

I sent you a bond of William Brodnax, deceased and a note of William Yates' for you to recover the money. What has been done on these matters?

Regrets always pestering him for money. Self has made purchase of a man in distress who has a judgment hanging over him with execution postponed for a few days in hopes of receiving payment from self which must come through Tucker. It will suffice if he pays it when he comes for visitation.

Asks again for money to pay man in distress. Hopes he can send it before he comes down for visitation.

Please have the suit against D'Osmont and me brought on. I am not able to attend court.

Jeremiah Brown will employ you in a suit in Dinwiddie court. If the suit is against the executors of Colonel Eppes on his note. The note will speak for itself. If it is against the estate of Major Scott, the only witness is Burwell Brown.

I have some expectations of Colonel Jones executing a deed to me. If I could attend court, I could attend to this business.

Enclosing a certificate or obligation signed by Colonel Daniel Fisher for himself and the other executors of Colonel Edward Walker, deceased for tobacco. Please order a writ and obtain a judgment. We wish to order some suits for the next Chesterfield Court.

I received the flour and bread. I have gotten Mr. Cowper's bill fixed according to depreciation .I have given the account to Mr. Laurence.

I can not come to this court, but you shall have your fee on April court. If Bottom and Dunivant don't pay me, I will have to enforce suit.

I am enclosing notes which you will please put in suit and procure the money.

Mr. Stockholm has settled with us. Stop our suit in Chancery. Your account against B. Gilman and Tilley Merrick may be settled.

I can not pay Mr. Holcomb the amount of Mr. Madison's demand. Mr. Baker tells me I have to have a suit in chancery to justify the payment of my wife's part of her father's estate.

Appointment as county lieutenant of Chesterfield county. Signed by Patrick Henry.

Tucker owes £11.10.0. Last payment, another in advance, due in February. Asks it be sent him by bearer, Mr. Bingley. Gave George Nicolson an order some time ago. Beverley Randolph detained here by illness of Mrs. Innes, though physicians expect her to recover.

Please prosecute a bond of Henry Randolph's for £200 stg. Brett Randolph is security.

We planned to pay Newman's bond out of our last crop, but it was so short. I am uncertain of the amount of credit on the bond.

Enclosed are the terms which you will inform Colonel Jones is making a judgment of Mr. Atkinson. A declaration is so rare in our court.

It was a joyful occasion when Mr. Tucker returned. I hope to see you and St. George soon. I suppose my little girl is almost perfect in dancing and singing.

Jack (John Randolph) is well. You must not expect to find him in external accomplishments by his Bermuda voyage, for we have no dancing master in the island. We are keeping the cap and hat Papa brought you until you arrive.

Captain Harvey is bringing this. I would recommend that you take passage with him. Billy Hall also plans to send Daniel Morgan to Virginia. The accommodations in his vessel would be very agreeable.

I have heard from the Secretary of Barbados. The deed did not appear on record. If the deed is not in Bermuda, he advises me to send it. How can I obtain a proper title to the lands?

Captain Thomas Tucker is coming to Virginia to settle some affairs with Captain Keel and Captain Roberts. Please give him any assistance that you can. Your mother would like 60 or 80 good feathers.

I will not take up my defense in the matter until you come to Bermuda.

I gave my bond to Colonel Poythress for a quantity of tobacco with John West and George Adams securities. Poythress has suited the bond. Please defend me when the suit comes up.

The bond to indemnify the sheriff in the sale of the Negroes for the debt due me from J. Jenkins is made out with sufficient security.

Received her letter by stage. Heard that Uncle and Aunt Bland were lost going from Cawsons to Shirley. Concludes Uncle Banister omitted giving money for them to Mr. May. Clothes will do until May when Mr. Maury intends breaking up the school. Account of plays given at school. Self took part of woman. Better than when given by Douglas's company.

Received his of February 27 by Captain Tucker. Too busy to reply by Captain Harvey. Wrote him on business matters by Mr. Hunter, passenger on brig of Captain Hansburg. Hopes for more information from Mr. Fiveoaks. 1785 May 7. If Tucker does not come to Bermuda, self will send him all information about business with Messrs. Cowper.

Acknowledged favor by Captain Carnes by few lines to him in Bermuda. Hears by Captain Jones and Quintana he and sister (Mrs. Frances (Bland) Randolph Tucker) intended setting out for Bermuda. Not yet certain if can meet him there. Has doubtless heard of arrival of parent (Colonel Henry Tucker) in Bermuda. Latest accounts of Nat (Nathaniel Tucker) from father. Loss of parent (Colonel Theodorick Bland Sr. of Cawsons) must have been affliction to sister. Requests remembering him to sister, niece (Anne Frances Bland Tucker), big and little nephews (Richard, Theodorick Bland, and John Randolph; Henry St. George Tucker, Theodorick Tudor and Nathaniel Beverley Tucker, St. George Tucker? Jr. and Miss Maria Rind. Major Washington has been in Bermuda and West Indies for health. Enclosed pamphlet own production. Well received by plain Republicans. Enclosed Gazette to inform him how far it had desired effect. Has done better than expected by connection with Doctor Chanler. For some time yet, must suffer inconveniences. Inquires about St. George's law business and planting interest. Tobacco must be profitable. Obliged to St. George if can dispose of his fillies. Asks about his horses. Enclosure missing.

The error I committed in proposing a prosecution by your means strikes? me very sensibly.

Send me a copy of executions and costs for a suit you brought in Amelia Court against William Smith. Sam Vaughn is ready to pay the debt.

I am sending you all the papers respecting the bargain between me and the Frenchmen. Please consider the matter and give me your opinion how to proceed against Bosset.

Please pay William Plume the money coming from my judgment against Burke. If you have not sent down the president's money, pay that likewise.

I intended to pay you a visit this past week. I expect Donald Campbell here sometime this month. Family in Bermuda well.

We look forward to seeing you soon. Your brother Tommy expects to be here soon. Your young gentleman is very well. He is diligent at his school work.

Our soil is still barren. If we succeed in getting a free port, I hope we all will be employed. We hear the American commercial negotiations with Great Britain will meet the early attention of the British parliament. Our governor has been instructed by Lord Sydney, one of the secretaries of state, to pay strict attention to the King's proclamation and to prevent an intercourse with America and the West Indies.

I hope you will come with Captain Morgan. As Morgan can not bring the horses, maybe you could send them by Harvey.

I have just returned from Springfield where I settled with Colonel Bland the business relative to the legacy of Negroes left to Mrs. Dudley by her grandfather.

I received the commission and am returning it. The life of a private is much happier.

Will be in Richmond again on 18th as elder of the church. Is sending this by Tucker's son Dick (Richard Randolph). He was in a female habit on the stage and should be an actress. Is setting out for home.

Am sending the original and one copy of the papers. When shall I send for the bill. Can you make any use of a loan office certficate for 80£ with 2 years interest.

I am sending you a copy of a letter from Mr. Texier. I hope you will be able to remove the objections.

What a variety of subjects we will have to discuss when we meet. You will have all of Brother Natty's performances to read. Please bring all your productions too.

I have tried to consult you on what conduct would be best in the sale of the property advertised by my brother, William.

In March 1782, a complaint was lodged with the court of Chesterfield against Ralph Crawford Anderson and David Crawley by executors of Claiborne Anderson by George Markham executor of John Anderson and by Mary and Ann Anderson. A decree of court was filed by which they were to deliver the estate to the complaints of their guardians. They have only in part complied. We have not been able to get a settlement. Will you take further steps?

Please let me know about the matter in your hands. Worsham's estate had me charged with £5 which I never received.

Requests him to have enclosed subpoenas filled with names of witnesses and served. Believes request is justified by previous correspondence. Five lines of legal notes.

I think Captain Stratton will fall in debt both to John Calder and Company and John Osborne. I am apprehensive he may push for a trial in my absence. Please prevent this.

If Stratton's suit against me comes to trial, please direct the jury to find a verdict for tobacco for my note. Don't mention where the tobacco is to be paid. Branch's suit against me is to be left to arbitration.

Mr. Morriss will enter as special bail for me. Please defend me in the two suits Taylor has against me.

John Nicholas requested the motion against the sheriff of Dinwiddie be withdrawn and an execution issued against his Negroes. I hope this will bring the business to an end.

I have not come to any settlement with Keele and Roberts. I expect to be here 3 or 4 weeks. Your family is expecting you soon in Bermuda.

Colonel Pendleton and alias, as trustees for me against Jesse Roper for detinue of some slaves, which I was supposed to get by a marriage settlement. Please bring? the suit.

Certificate of the appointment of Edward Branch lieutenant of the eighth company in the Chesterfield militia. Signed by Patrick Henry.

Proceedings of a meeting of the field officers and senior magistrates of the county of Chesterfield. In St. George Tucker's hand. Including list of officers of the Chesterfield County militia and copies of two letters by Tucker to Lieutenant Colonel William Smith, 1785 June 17 and 1785 December 13.

We have gotten Mr. Baird's property safe. Please come over and assist with the inventory.

Please appear for me in an action. Banister v. Thomas Ripley.

Captain Harvey ask me to tell you it is out of his power to accommodate you on the trip to Bermuda. Captain Joseph Stow may be able to take you. Two American vessels were seized in St. Christopher for having false registers. There is a rumor that a new governor has been appointed to Bermuda. Mr. Bruere is lieutentant governor.

I have tried to get the money from Mr. Anderson which he owes the estate of Nathaniel Harrison. Please take the quickest method to get the money.

Last wrote by Major Washington about 3 weeks ago. Not sure whether St. George in Bermuda or Virginia. This is to introduce Mr. Griffith. Parents are known to St. George. Self met him in Bermuda. Griffith may go to Petersburg. Regards to sister, the boys, the children, St. George, Jr., Miss Maria Rind, etc.

I found that a certiorari could not be granted in any case without ten days notice to the adverse party. I procure a copy of the proceedings of the court. Please write the attorney general stating such matters not appearing on the record.

I wrote you concerning the chest of tea. Please send me a statement of the sales and charges.

Fears the vessel they have chosen for trip to Bermuda is improper. Hears that it is leaky. Heard her pumps constantly going while she lay opposite his house. Give information because of anxiety about them. Is at Farmingdale without pen, ink and only paper enough to write. Cover inscribed: Messrs. Birchett and Sturdivant inspectors and the inspectors of any of the warehouses at Blandford or Petersburg.

I wrote Captain Gill requesting him to serve the summons. Bob is to inform you of the circumstances.

I shall endeavor to execute your orders.

For want of a number of Colonel Mumford's papers and books, deprives me of making a transmit of the full amount of his debts.

My brother William wishes to sell the property. It may bring more at this time in certificates than hereafter. Our object is to discharge the debts of the company.

Mr. Campbell's horses will be sent as directed. I can not procure the fowls. Your plantation at Green Creek is in fine order. Business is in very good order.

I am sorry Harvey can not accommodate you. I will ask Stow and the Doctor will inform you.

The bearer will pay you £22.10.6 on my note in your possession.

Captain Stone is in Nansemond with a fine sloop which has good accommodations for you. I wish to accompany you to Bermuda. Send the horses down. Trade very dull.

Bass, Tanner, and Company v. John Randolph will come to trial next court. I gave Colonel Robertson the papers relative to the cause. He cannot find these papers. Look over your papers and see if you have them. I have 5 collectors out and am in hopes to raise the sum in 15 or 20 days.

I will not be able to be at Chesterfield Court to join Mr. Eppes security for Mr. Hylton to make Mr. Moseley a good title for the land sold him. What has been done on Rowland's bond against Duvall?

Please do what you can with the note of Samuel Davies and Company. Bring suit against them.

I have a good prospect of making you 20 or 25 thousand pounds of tobacco this year. I hope to make 3 or 4 hundred barrels of corn.

I think it will be proper for Captain Robert Caldwell to take a protest against Captain Danear for the 31 hogsheads of tobacco belonging to Samuel Payne and Company.

We are happy you have found a good passage to Bermuda. Captain Morgan expected that you would accompany him.

You will have timely notice to forward here such articles as you wish to have conveyed down by water. I will wait on you with the time of embarkation. I have prepared the Brig for your reception.

I have sent you my horse for 30£ though I had to give 35 for one not so good. Please send someone to help put up the log house. If I don't get the houses up, I will lose 10 or 12 thousand pounds of tobacco.

Our friend Innes has been with me ten days, but continually sick. McClurg has attended him. If you can come here, I will not attempt to get to Matoax. If you come here, we will have witnesses to the different deeds.

When can we expect you down? I am afraid Donald Campbell will not be here in time for me to take passage with you. I am in want of the horses.

I will wait on you with W. Browder to draw up an answer to R. Atkinson's bill in chancery against us.

The crew found a leak in the Brig and it has been stopped. I hope to send down the remainder of my cargo tomorrow and you can ship your baggage with it.

Both vessels of Stow's are gone. I spoke to Joseph Stow and asked him if he was going to Bermuda. I told him I wanted to get passage for you and your family.

I am sorry I will not be able to see you before your trip to Bermuda.I hope you have a pleasant trip.

The Brig is here without Lucus who is at Broadway where he was detained for want of security. Please interfere in his behalf for me. I wish him released.

I hope you have received the money from Mr. Newman. Send it by Mr. Cary.

Please authenticate the enclosed credentials. I am told you plan to go down today for your trip to Bermuda.

I am sorry I can not visit you before you leave for Bermuda. Mr. Page has been in Caroline for some time.

Account of St. George Tucker, from 1782 August 24 to 1785 June 20 totaling £30.3.10. Endorsed: 1785 July 3. Tucker's notes on account, error in account, and record of £14.14.6 paid by cash.

Mr. Foster waits on you with a cart for those Negroes of Colonel Dudleys. Note: 1785 July 8 received of St. George Tucker, a Negro woman with her three children, which I will deliver to Mr. Ashe.

The Brig is still taking in a lot of water. I have landed your goods at Colonel Allen's. Maybe Daniel Morgan will take you in his vessel.

Mr. Darrell set off for Smithfield this morning. If you leave home by Wednesday morning, it will be early enough.

I am returning your poems and I was not able to finish the copy. Wish you a pleasant voyage.

I have not heard from Mr. Roan. Please write him on the subject in order to prevent detention.

We cannot see ourselves justified in granting permission to take depositions in Bermuda. What do you want to know? One of our house would have to be present in taking depositions.

Major Jones affords opportunity of writing. Father (Colonel Henry Tucker) writes St. George disappointed in voyage to Bermuda by vessel altering voyage to West Indies. Daniel Morgan to afford accommodations for family. August 11. Major Jones disappointed in voyage. Father wrote on July 4th that he expected St. George's arrival with Captain Stowe in few days. Hears St. George Tucker Jr. gone up country to be married. Inquries if true and to whom. Requests remembering him to sister (Mrs. Frances (Bland) Randolph Tucker), boys (Richard, Theodorick, John Randolph and Tucker children) and Miss Maria Rind.

Am enclosing a letter for your father. I have forgotten his name. Please send it to him.

Sends books in hopes Tucker has not yet moved from Norfolk. Making helpful changes in Capitol which will contribute to growth of school and utility of institution. Self shall be fixed in secretary's office. Large rooms cut into small ones for four boys in each. Will also retain office in Capitol. Will attempt to defray part of expenses by plays. First will be in November during session of federal court. Wishes Dick and Jack (Richard and John Randolph) to take a part. Was told by Dick that Tucker objected to their taking part in plays when money was to be received. This is for charitable or public benefit. Characters are Elidurus for Dick, Evellina for Jack.

Please forward the money you received for Mrs. Mary Tuel from John Allen.

Please pay to John Ross of Philadelphia the sum of two thousand nine hundred and sixty-one mill, five hundred and forty reis, exchange at three mill, five hundred and fifty-five reis per pound stg.

Donald Campbell and Tudor Hinson arrived from Grenada. 700 hogsheads of rum have arrived here.

Shipped by Samuel Burke on board Thomas Gilbert's sloop bound for Bermuda one bay horse. Freight being eight pounds.

Arrived here 8 days ago. My father is in good health. Hope all our friends in Bermuda are well. Have had bad weather ever since I got here. My father has not decided definitely to move his family here. I will be here through the winter.

Please send the papers to Charles Town, Cecil County, Maryland.

I placed in your hands a deed given me by Doctor Pollard of Barbados and witnessed by John Tucker for lands in and near Richmond. Mr. Tucker has acknowledged my claims and requests the deed to be sent back to Barbados. Please let me know what to do.

Six hundred copies of your address have been printed at Richmond. It meets universal applause. I hope our next assembly will adopt sound measures of temporary relief to out commerce. I have had two letters from Jack Banister. Mr. Jefferson writes Mr. Banister that he is quite well.

I am sorry I am not able to ship the goods you have ordered. I am not able to ship goods on credit. You may send bills or produce for the purchase of these goods.

At present not possible for him to meet St. George in Bermuda. Season when his presence most necessary here. Has not paid farthing even to barber for fourteen months. Medical advice in connection with St. George's hoarseness and other indispositions. Hopes straitness across breast effect of narrowing chest by attitude of writing. Asks if Richard Randolph and Theodorick Bland Randolph with him Presumes John Randolph of Roanoke is with him. Requests remembering him to them, Fan (Anne Frances Bland Tucker), little boys (Henry St. George, Theodorick Tudor, and Nathaniel Beverley Tucker), sister (Mrs. Frances (Bland) Randolph Tucker), brother (Henry Tucker) and sisters (Elizabeth Tucker and Mrs. Frances (Tucker) Tucker). Asks where St. George Tucker Jr. is. Happy his Nancy Tucker pays attention to uncle and aunt. Hal (Henry Tucker) has something of his uncle St. George about him. Would make him happy if St. George could have sister (Polly Evans) and children (Nancy and Henry Tucker) in Bermuda. By this means could see him there.

Thomas Tucker wants to buy a house of mine in Bermuda. He asked me to send you a power to give him a bill of sale. When you return to Virginia, can you bring the money with you? Including a poem.

Received their letters dated August 12th telling of safe arrival. Ague and fever in the land. Self has lost roses in cheeks and gained white hairs.

Received his favor via Alexandria dated August 20th. Glad of their safe arrival in Bermuda. Has had gout, fever, and ague for 14 days. Was in Norfolk during severe hurricane which drove on shore near 30 vessels. Wrecked others in the bay. Among them was Captain Smith who spent some time with Sergeant at self's house last winter. Also Tom Bolling and other Virginia gentlemen.

Written in French.

Letter in verse. Will send sister Frances (Bland) Randolph Tucker her cloak and gloves by first good opportunity.

I have not had a letter from Mr. Coleman time out of mind. This will be given to you by Mr. Patrick Parker ? nephew to Mr. Ritcheson.

Thanks him for sending communication from Mr. Jefferson. Because of hazardous and uncertain trade conditions, they can supply tobacco to the Farmers general of France only upon commission. Trade will be of advantage to both countries. Signed: David Ross, Nelson, Heron and Company, Thomas Pleasants, Jr.

Will. To brother William Reid £200. To wife Eve Reid all remaining property for her lifetime. £300 to brother if wife remarries. Benjamin Waller to advise her. Produced in Hustings court, Williamsburg, August 6, 1792. Sworn to by David Miller and Alexander Kevan. William Lightfoot of Sandy Point and Wyatt Coleman of Williamsburg as securities for Eve Reid, executrix.

Please postpone the suit against Ca. Lucus in Virginia until you hear from me. Am enclosing some letters from Virginia.

We have Mallory Todd's receipt for some money lent you by Captain John Wills. We hope you can pay.

In two hours after we parted with you, we landed at St. George's. I am sending you the silk you desired.

If nothing happens I will see you in the morning. We are sending you a dozen liten lamarnes.

Would you transact some business on your return to Virginia for me. It regards my affairs with Mr. Pennock of Richmond.

I am glad you will handle my business. I enclose the accounts which are due me, £13,296.2.5. The business with Pennock is explained.

I now will give you particulars about the accounts which Pennock owes me. I will also give you some of my recommendations.

Order to pay 1,200 Spanish milled dollars to St. George Tucker and place same to account of self.

Order to pay 1,200 Spanish milled dollars to St. George Tucker and place same to account of self. Copy of Document Signed. Testimony of St. George Tucker before Archibald Blair, notary public, on 1785 December 12. Document Signed by Blair. Seal.

Certificate of birth from the Church Book of Warwick Parish saying John Tuder was born on 1730 September 19 and was baptized on September 27.

Resolutions relating to commerce. Resolutions calling for congressional regulation of commerce. 1 Bound with other printed and manuscript material.

Printed in St. George's, Bermuda. No. 97.

I thank you for your attention to my note from Chesterfield. I do not remember whether you were employed to defend us at the suit of Barr or not. Banks is taking pains to procure documents from the general court office to prove that Barr has sued here.

Please give Mrs. Tuel's bond your attention.

We miss your company. Your mother has been indisposed. The Assembly met and proceeded to choose a speaker. Mr. J. Tucker would have carried it, but neglecting doing it until the next morning. A majority was in favor of C. Stiles.

I congratulate you on your return. In your absence I took a liberty in the direction of your affairs. I wrote Captain Holcombe requesting him to let me have 10,000 weight of your present crop of tobacco. He brought it to the inspection at Manchester. The sale of the Negroes will be on the 21st of this month. I have prevailed upon my creditors to wait for their money. I hope you will eat New Year's dinner with us.

Happy to hear of your safe return from your voyage. Would like to have the estate's crop this year. Ask Mrs. Tucker to send an account of what clothing she wants purchased. The crop at Roanoke and your plantation is good.

Hope your family are well. Sent you 100 bushels of salt, a hogshead of rum and a barrel of sugar. Send my horses down by the stage driver.

Sending a letter you received from Bermuda. Our friends in Bermuda are well. Mr. Stiles was chosen speaker.

I am trying to keep the old servants from being lost to someone. The servant will wait for the sum of money you are offering me. Send Colonel Banister 28£ which he is indebted to me.

We have asked Mallory Todd to send us pork and corn with the money you pay him. When may we expect payment for the certificates you have.

Have no objection to the arbitrators deciding on the business provided they use no personal evidence except the necessary vouchers. We may have to take this to a court of common law.

I hope you had a safe trip. Please send the books to Charlotte Court House.

I have to return to our country by the first of April. I am leaving 5£ in Mr. Shore's hand for your services. I will converse with you on my matters when I return.

When Tucker goes to Annapolis in his capacity as captain of the Board of Commissioners, Corbin will accompany him. Promises to refrain from drink.

Syphax brings your clothes and six dollars. I shall be over on Tuesday. The ladies and gentlemen from Battersea dine with me tomorrow.

I am told there is a man in Petersburg appointed to settle the business of the late George Kerr. I believe it is Major Muir. Please present the enclosed bill to him.

Applies as tutor in reading, writing, etc., to his children. Inquires about terms. Refers him to Mr. Howard Hill of King and Queen where she was tutoress last year for character reference. Mrs. Judith Grymes has also inquired her terms. Will write to both of them, also a Colonel White. Writes in several hands, including Italian penmanship, to show she can, as many ladies are fond of it. Must be sent for as she has no conveyance.

Please send me an account against my Uncle's estate. Also a state of how his account stands with Mr. Randolph's estate.

Requests his civilities to bearer, Henry Tucker, who used to write for self in secretary's office. He may go to Virginia or Charleston. Fanny (Bruere) Tucker lately heard of death of brother, the lieutenant governor.

I cannot take into my house as a boarder the young man you recommend, but will do for him any good office in my power.

Ask Mr. Braxton what has been done with Captain Bourgard Toutant's claim on the state. It stands on a resolution for allowing him the sum of 9,000 dollars.

How was the suit Matthews and Hogin of Baltimore v. J. Nicholas and my Uncle settled.?

I can no longer give Mr. Nicholas any indulgence without injury to myself. Exert your power to procure the debt.

A request for Tucker to collect debts due Madison in Tucker's neighborhood. Madison is himself pressed for payment of money and needs to collect these debts. Tucker is advised to use whatever compulsory means he thinks needed. Includes Madison's receipt for 15 guineas from Tucker.

I am sending £16.19 in cash and an order on David Anderson for £4. This is all I could muster.

My father will leave in 8 days. Paid Morgan 35 pounds for you. One of my ships arrived from Grenada and I expect another in a few days.

Desires Tucker to take the legal case of his father's legatees.

I was disappointed to hear you had gone without settling the business of Mr. Smith's in Philadelphia.

I am informed the protested bill drawn by the late John Randolph for £34 stg. in favor of the late Mrs. Mary Randolph is in your favor. M. Randolph her daughter became possessed of her private property. She administered to the will. She is the sole executrix of her mother. I inquire whether by any subsequent relinquishment her executrix has disqualified herself for seeking the recovery of such private property as her mother died possessed with.

Resolution appointing commissioners.  Appointment of Edmund Randolph, James Madison, Walter Jones, St. George Tucker, Meriwether Smith, David Ross, William Ronald and George Mason as commissioners to meet with those from other states to discuss a uniform system of commercial regulation. Bound with Resolutions relating to commerce 1785 November 14.

Please tell me what to do with Mr. Hall's matter. Mr. Pennock wishes a suit to be brought. The good old Doctor Campbell will leave us in 6 or 8 days for Bermuda.

I intend to leave for Charleston in a few days. I wish to have all my small accounts settled. Have you received any payment on the account of John Campbell?

Colonel Theodorick Bland told me you wanted to employ me to settle some accounts. How long will you want me?

Please inform me how Richard Lunceford's debt to B. Stark was settled. It seems my Uncle and Browder were securities for Lunceford and my Uncle paid the debt.

My father left on the 8th. The brig arrived from Grenada.

A John Burton of Buckingham made a violent assault on David Prior. Burton has moved to Chesterfield. Commence an action against Burton for damages about 200 or 300 £/.

I received your favor and note the contents. I will explain the particulars. Signed by John Brown.

I understand that you intend paying this part of the continent a visit in the spring. I am led to believe you have undertaken in behalf of our mutual friend Mr. Tudor to revive his claims on those valuable possessions, that he was here in pursuit of.

I was in hopes of hearing from Mr. Newton as John Tucker enabled him a power to divide our joint property. Please let me know the state of these affairs.

We sold these lands to Mr. Tabb. Our estate in these lands were adjudged not only by the House of Burgesses but by the lawyers to be an absolute fee simple.

I was presented with a certificate from J. Nicholas obtained by your direction. I was informed that the declaration in a suit of Ross v. Scott's executors was not filed when judgment passed. Please set me free from this.

I am sending all the cotton seed. I have sent 2,034 pounds of flour and 63 bushels of oats.

I have sent you 2,034 pounds of flour and 63 bushels of oats and nine hogs. I hope to send down a lot of wheat. Send me some hoes and plows. Next trip I will send Colonel Tucker's tobacco down.

In my suit against Robt Kennon's estate I think it necessary to have Thomas Shore examined. Included poem on back.

I have drawn against you in favor of Messrs. Campbell and Wheeler for £14.1.2. I am expecting a ship so if you would like to ship a few tons of tobacco in order to get your Negroes' clothing.

I have heard from Mr. Newton and he referred me to Mr. Pennock. If Mr. Tucker persists in using the services of Mr. Newton, I will apply to some other purchaser.

Tompson informs him all are well at Matoax. Tompson will return Monday. Self has not heard from them since he left there.

I am sorry Mr. Pennock behaved as he did with regard to the bill. I will forward you my power of attorney with hopes that you can recover the money.

I have delayed answering your note concerning your trial in the court of appeals. I wish to talk to you. It is necessary to support the information given by Gist.

Please demand what is owed us for the interest of our certificates held in your hands as it is understand that Virginia has ordered the payment of interest for money lent to the treasury and forward same to Donald Campbell for sending to us. Has the matter with Mr. Mallory Todd been settled? Gift of Mr. William Zuill, Orange Grove, Smith's Parish, Bermuda, December 1971

Cogbill informed me if I separated Baugh's two accounts, judgment should be entered immediately.

Henry Tatum has made a payment of 10,000 weight of tobacco as part payment of his bond to John T. Griffen. Please don't take any further steps.

Please loan me a wagon load of corn. The roads are so terrible Major Muir can not send what I bought from him.

I cannot accept Graham and Dent's bill. The bill is for some advances made for the cargo of a ship in concern with Messrs. Curson and Gouverneur.

No letter from them since his arrival here. Been sick all day. Sends this by Thompson who comes from Queen's Creek. Hopes they come for visitation. Needs money. Spend $10 for fiddle, $4 for barber, $2 for skates. Are two plays to be acted near the time of the visitation which should be inducement for them to come.

Your attendance is requested by Captain Ruffin on account of a suit you took for him against Robert Gilliam. You must attend the next Prince George Court.

What has been done in the suit against Black's executors. Also in the one against Francis Osborn.

I am sorry to hear Mrs. Tucker is ill. I have to pay Mr. Symes in Norfolk. I hope you will make up the money.

Mr. Gist on retiring resigned his house to us. We offer you our services. We hope to give you much satisfaction in the tobacco trade.

I am sorry to hear so poor account of my demand against G. Kerr. Am sending another account of G. Taylor's account.

Hope Frances (Bland) Randolph Tucker's indisposition proceeds only from milk and will be relieved. If Theodorick Bland brings horse home tonight, she will come to Matoax tomorrow. Congratulates her on being thus far out of her nine months scrape. Blank pages of letter have verses in St. George Tucker's ? writing.

Verses, written on inside blank pages of letter of Martha (Bland) Dangerfield, this date.  Three versions of same verse. "As when that heaven lov'd chief, at whose command..."

This is to inform you that the protest is for nonpayment for a bill on Mr. Westmore.

I am not able to attend the bar. I hope my suits will be attended. After I recover, I hope to be at the commencement of the quarter session.

I expect to set out for Prince Edward Friday next. When I return I plan to come to Matoax. I think Lorton is about to be ruined.

Mr. Arthur Dickinson requests that you inquire about a bond of Robert Munford and T. Bolling Munford to him for £35.

Sorry to hear Mrs. Tucker is ill. Sam Farmar arrived today from Bermuda. My father arrived safely. Lord Dunmore has been appointed governor of Bermuda and is expected in June.

Hear they arrived safely in Virginia. Knows they heard mistaken report of self's death. Did lose Fanny (daughter). Lately moved few miles out of town. Guilford Dudley has profitable saw mill business. Major Jones says Johnny Randolph is fine youth.

I thank you for sending the Negro wench Lucy and her child. We would be happy if you could pay us a visit...

Certificates for the enclosed belong to St. George Tucker. Please get them from Dixon and Holt and deliver them to Tucker.

I have written Colonel John Banister to pay you £16.7.0 and Moss Armistead £6.13 of sundries shipped them. In case judgment is obtained against William Lucus call on Colonel William Allen for the difference.

Enclosed is a receipt from Messrs. Campbell and Wheeler for Samuel Burke's and Company draft, please send me a receipt. The tobacco from Roanoke comes very slowly. Three hogsheads out of the eight were refused.

Regrets to hear of her illness in letter by Miss Cary. Mr. Maury has moved his school and he cannot study in all the noise of the Capitol. Mr. Thuillien says he does very well in fencing. Has taught himself some tunes but does not study under a music master. Pleased with R. Madison's electrical experiments.

We are glad you arrived safely. I hope you are better now. Your acquaintances here desire their wishes to you. Mr. Nelson and his nephew are here.

I am enclosing the certificates that you desired. Polly Henson is married to Doctor Bell. Your Cousin Goodrick has arrived from London with his family.

Sends this by Colonel Le Main. People, since the war, have involved themselves in the mercantile line, to their ruin. Crops of tobacco, Indian corn, very short. No credit, no money. Mrs. Eppes is here. His daughter is well and happy.

I wrote you from Amphill. Saturday my trunk of books was thrown into the river by the careless ferryman. I have not been to Chatsworth. Beverley Randolph and his wife have gone to Fredericksburg to see Mrs. Meade, who is at the point of death. I was considered by the court not liable to pay any fees on admission. I dined yesterday with Mr. Attorney Edmund Randolph. Warner Lewis Baker and myself went together.

I hope you will be at home tomorrow. The business I have to discuss with you is too interesting to keep. I am sending Mrs. Tucker some garden seeds.

I laid the case you sent me before the Chamber of Commerce and received their report. I hope to see you before I leave the continent.

I am glad you are safely in Virginia. I hope the voyage benefitted all. I hope you have added another to your family by now. Doctor Campbell sailed for New York yesterday. Many of your Bermuda friends inquire about you.

Your father is better, but still very deaf. Tommy (Thomas Tudor Tucker) expects to be here in May. Mr. Nelson is still very ill.

Mr. Nelson, who you recommended, has been exceedingly ill. Aunt Campbell was affected by the death of her son. Tudor Tucker is married to a woman from Maidstone. My brother's son, Harry has set out for the East Indies. I have some preserved oranges for my sister.

Glad you arrived safely at Matoax. I have been ill with a bad cough. I hope you will think of taking another passage here soon.

Happy to hear you had a safe trip home. You propose going to New York in May. Mr. Nelson was accompanied by a nephew of his, son of General Nelson. Doctor Campbell sets out for New York in a day or two. A motion was made in the Assembly for an inquiry into the loss of the powder. Bridger Goodrick has arrived from England. I hear from England that the plan of making Bermuda a free port was approved by the King. If this is so, I am apprehensive Ld. Dunmore will come out as Governor and Governor Brown to retire on a pension or some other provision. Natty (Nathaniel Tucker) has left Malton and is in Hull, which is a large trading town. He says he has given up his poetry. Part of Letter Missing.

Writes on brother's letter to avoid a heavy letter which would be expensive. Mr. Witherspoon like a father. Likes him better than any old man he ever saw. Man they board with is kind and obliging. Sees strange things here. Ladies ride in such wagons as they carry wood in and only hay in the bottom. Wish they would do so in Virginia. Written at end of letter of Theodorick Bland Randolph, same date.

Wrote by Mr. Tenant. Also by Colonel Carrington. Had ague. Hopes to profit by instruction of Doctor Witherspoon. Saw Doctor Armstrong. Students in general and especially five of six Virginians have been very polite. Asks for gown and seal. Were examined and acquitted themselves creditably. Contains letter also by John Randolph.

Glad they reached Virginia safely. His countrymen, Nat Nelson and nephew arrived here. Aunt Campbell lost her son. Doctor Campbell sailed for New York. Mrs. Hinson visiting Mr. and Mrs. Goodrich at St. George's. Polly Hinson married Doctor Bell. Friend will write by Captain Paynter. Has preserved oranges to send him, but did not know the captain of this boat.

I had a letter from poor Richard Randolph. I believe I shall write him to come up with Mr. Wythe and bring his books. In such a place as Williamsburg at his age, it is hard trusting a boy to his own head. Scandal now in Richmond about a certain boy, I can't reveal his name. Enclosed is a poem which I think was written by Captain Calvert. I dined with Bolling Starke today. Enclosure.

Captain Morgan reported them safe in Virginia. Asks advice concerning brig captured by American cruiser and insurance with Messrs. Cowper. Surprised at Mrs. Willis' ingratitude about debt. Will send accounts of Messrs. Jennings and self with Messrs. Ross Towner and Company, by Billy Hall in May. John Jennings and Miss Jennings gone to Charleston. Will send money arising from business he recommended for Captain Robert Tucker. Expect Thomas Tudor Tucker from Charleston. Brother Rob Tucker seems cured.

I have not received a line from you since I have been here. General Washington came to town yesterday. His upper lip has sunk in, I suppose from the loss of some teeth and his cheeks appear furrowed. He looks as old as my father. Part of the letter missing.

Please send the papers I asked you to get in Richmond to me immediately.

I go to Norfolk tomorrow. I hope to see you this week. I hope to explain what you may consider as mysterious.

I have to spend one day in Norfolk before I have the happiness of seeing you. We have been successful in the trial of four of the vessels which were arrested in the admiralty.

His favor delivered by Flicker yesterday. Cannot meet him at Gloucester court on Thursday. After business at Hobbs Hole (Tappahannock) self will see him at Rose Well or at the Convention in regard to self's offer for Page's Bull Run land. Asks him to have copy of original proprietor's deed and others proving possession. Self must pay with bills of exchange and some cash. Suggests he answer by Doctor Brockenborough in Hobbs Hole.

I accept Mr. Pennock's proposal. Please forward the necessary papers. Pennock agreed to take the lots.

Is well but lonely. Neighbor Duncan left home today. Sends a letter to Richard by Mr. Nelson's care.

Received of John Banister then barrels of flour. I will deliver them to Walker Maury in Williamsburg.

Please send the books by the boy. I hope you will still permit me to occupy a corner in your library. Dick Randolph told me Mrs. Tucker was not well.

My father left Bermuda on April 16th for New York and then to Halifax to make his claims. He needs the enclosed information from Richmond. Can you get this for him? Lord Dunmore is not appointed governor, but expects to be.

Mr. Flicker delivered his note offering the Bull run land for £1,300 for cash or bills of exchange. 20sh is most he will pay. Thinks 20sh in hand preferable to a guinea at three months credit. Flicker says tract does not have that many acres. If he can dispose of it for a guinea per acre?, self will not be disappointed.

We have more wine of the same quality we had before.

Encloses copy of Father's (Theodorick Bland, Sr.) account against Theodorick Bland, Jr. commonly called English Theodorick. Letter sent with it as early as 1782 November from Henry Tazewell. No step has been taken by that gentleman or Prentis on whom his business in James City devolved. Last night Captain Miller of the Philadelphia packet informed self he was partly loaded with household funiture for Philadelphia belonging to Theodorick Bland against whom this account is. Goods brought from Williamsburg to Petersburg and there put on board for Philadelphia. Strong assumption he intends to move there. Proved account with attachment bond is in hands of Mr. Prentis. Believes Mr. Bland not yet moved his Negroes from the mill. Requests him to attend to this business. Packet passed his house last night. Commanded by Miller, a German. Will probably call at Norfolk. Enclosure.

Account of Theodorick Bland (the young) to Theodorick Bland, Senior. 1773 January 28 to 1778 July 3.

Informed that William Lee purchased his Bull Run land. Self wishes to receive bills before he (Lee) goes up country. Self has engaged tobacco to A? Donald on ship which is ready to receive it. Self will give interest warrants on advance price for tobacco and part cash.

Court will sit until Friday. How does the morning ride agree with you? The boys are well. I will bring Theodorick and Jack up with me to spend their vacation at Matoax. I will not be able to leave here until Tuesday.

I have received directions from the executors of the estate of John Holloway deceased. Please send me a statement of the business in your hands.

Will cherish industry and application to studies and be on guard with respect to morals. Brothers will see her on Monday. Cannot leave Mr. Wythe who has come from Richmond for he would think it was neglect.

Received his of 18th. Wishes to receive Lee's bills in amounts of £100 and £150 as he must purchase tobacco with them. Is deprived of chariot which is under repair and getting new wheels. Mrs. Beall continues ill. Many figures on envelope.

Affidavit of John Cozine about the Brig Sally Van.

Thank you for the papers. Sent them to New York to my father. Sent by Paynter the hams for your father.

We heard by a letter from Donald Campbell that you have been ill. We would like you to come spend the winter with us. Mr. Nelson continues quite ill. Your brother Harry's wife has just had her ninth son.

You wrote Mr. Haynes with respect to my advertisement. He sent me your letter. I wrote you. Please let me hear from you.

I hope you all enjoy good health. We heard my sister lost her little infant. Brother Tommy is now with us. He has inoculated all the family. Sister is sending some preserved oranges. Also a pot of pickled lobster.

The business of the Court of Admiralty is over for the present. Four out of five of the vessels are condemned. I hope to leave today. In consequence of the condemnation of one of the vessels, you will get a set of chairs for your parlor. Also some green chairs for your dining room and a new mahogany bedstead for your new chamber. Part of letter missing.

Captain Richards informs he owes you £14 for his expenses at your house. We will therefore pay you the amount in fifteen days.

Am returning the money which you paid Mr. Maupin.

Received her favor dated after her return from Bermuda. Regretted not in his power to become addition to party. Heard had been ill and lost infant. His fears in measure removed by intelligence of her perfect recovery. Good folks at Hermitage recovering from smallpox. Had it pretty favorably. Sister Bet (Elizabeth Tucker) one of nurses. Nancy and Henry Tucker present duty. Love to Fanny (Anne Frances Bland Tucker) and boys. Regards to Miss Maria Rind and Miss Betty Carlos. Sorry to hear of death of Mrs. McConnico.

Thanks for kind favors from Bermuda and Virginia. Heard of sister's (Mrs. Frances (Bland) Randolph Tucker) illness and loss of infant. Parents as well as could be expected. Mother (Mrs. Anne (Butterfield) Tucker) obliged to be lonesome on account of smallpox in Hermitage family. Sister Bet (Elizabeth Tucker) tolerably well under fatigue. Sister has ninth son. Letters from Nat (Nathaniel Tucker inform he removed to Hull (England). Hopes for opportunity for Charleston soon. Otherwise to take passage to Philadelphia or New York. Hopes difficulties not to continue so great. Partnership booked more than flattered self. Carolina country where money may be employed to advantage. Asks if yet preparing for voyage to New York. Should he be able to recover Fairfax's property would be great matter. Understands he has thoughts of quitting county courts and practicing in general court. Received pamphlet on commercial interests of America said to be written by St. George. Doubtful of practicability of plan. Requests remembering him, Nancy and Harry (Tucker) and all cousins to his niece and nephews. Regards to Miss Maria Rind. This goes by Nelson, son of Governor Thomas Nelson. He returns without his uncle who sank under illness. They stayed at father's (Colonel Henry Tucker).

We have written Messrs. Shore, McConnico, and Ritson wtih respect to a parcel of clothes left with them in 1784 to be disposed of for our account. We have not heard from them. If they have not been sold, we wish them to be returned.

We are enclosing our accounts with Messrs. Bass Tanner and Company. Please see if you can obtain payment.

Hermitage family saved from smallpox by inoculation by brother (Thomas Tudor Tucker) Elizabeth (Tucker) written to Matoax. Sister Fanny (Tucker) Tucker has ninth son. P? Nelson returns to Virginia without uncle (Nat Nelson) who died. Mr. Trail, collector, suspended by Governor Browne, went to London to justify himself, but died there. Governor Browne went to Halifax to defend claims arising from American war. Mr. Hunt, president of council, presides during his absence. Reports that Bermuda will be a free port to America. Browne might retire and Dunmore be governor of Bermuda. Self prefers present governor. John Jennings in Charleston may go to England in brig Huter ? Captain John Tucker, belonging to Jenings, Tucker and Company. Miss Jenings (daughter) accompanied her father. Wrote some weeks ago by Captain Paynter in regard to business with Cowpers. (loss of vessel).

Enclosed is the condemnation of the Brig Sally Van. I hope you will be able to recover your insurance.

Rain and indisposition prevented his meeting him at Convention. Cannot draw sum to purchase his Bull Run land. Also planter who is good judge thinks it worth not more than 15 sh per acre. No house or fence on it. copy 1786 June 9. Above letter sent to him by General Nelson at York. Two days ago received his of 18th by Madison. Will contribute as much as possible to relieve disagreeableness of feelings in his present situation.

Mr. Dunbar has received from Antigua the will of the late W. Farley. Can he qualify at the Court of Oyer and Terminer as administrator and guardian.