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John Monroe to James Monroe, April 28, 1805
No full textJohn Monroe, Staunton, Virginia, to James Monroe, the court of St. James, London, England. Gives an account of the Monroe family history from the time of Charles I; details of his financial problems, his decision to leave Virginia, and the current situation of various family members. 6 pages. Autograph letter signed, including endorsement by James Monroe
James Monroe Jr., Fort Wachita, to his uncle James Monroe, New York, N.Y., 30 March 1843.
No full textEncloses a copy of correspondence; discusses his theory about his father's errors concerning attacks against him; mentions Aunt L. Monroe ? and Fanny. Autographed Letter Signed Including ACyS of L, 7 February 1843, from J. Monroe, Fort Wachita, to Col. G. Loomis, U.S.A., requesting him to withdraw the accusation he made against him earlier. Also including ACyS of L, 4 March 1843, from Col. G. Loomis, Fort Towson, to James Monroe, Fort Wachita, responding to the previous letter, asking for forgiveness, and apologizing for any harm he caused. Also including ACyS of L, 9 March 1843, from James Monroe, Fort Wachita, to Col. G. Loomis, U.S.A., responding to his letter accusing him of treating the apology like a "favor.
Eliza (Kortright) Monroe, n.p., to her nephew, James Monroe, United States Military Academy, West Point, N.Y., ca. 1814
No full textHis uncle James Monroe thinks he should come for the week-end to visit with them, as well as Fanny sister?; mentions "the last number published by Lockharts Sir Walter ?" and refers him to that for advice; hopes he has enough respect for her to follow her advice and uphold the name of "James Monroe," listing the following concerns: continuing to refrain from consuming liquor; always paying in full so as to not go into debt; refraining from gambling; avoiding attachments with women; not spreading rumors; attending church, reading the Bible and praying; trusting no one until he knows they can be trusted; and keeping family affairs private. AL. Drf
Hortensia M. Rogers to Mrs. Eliza Kortright Monroe Hay., 16 September 1830
No full textIllness of George Hay and Mrs. James Monroe. Lloyd Rogers back from funeral of Harry Rogers. Won't come because afraid to bring baby
(H. M. Rogers) Hortensia to Mrs. Eliza Kortright Monroe Hay., 27 June 1831
No full textCan't come. Child continuously sick. Will come if she thinks grandfather (James Monroe) would even know her - Sam's letter precludes all hope. Wants grandfather's blessing, I never had my father's deathbed blessing
(H. M. Rogers) Hortensia to Mrs. Eliza Kortright Monroe Hay., 17 May 1831
No full textHope grandfather continues to gain strength. He is head of our family, the cornerstone of our building. Educated her. Upset that James Monroe (probably nephew) is coolly calculating on his death. Has gotten Life of Byron. Hear Byron is very indlicate. Not fit for ladies to hear. You parted from me in anger. I hardly know why. Couldn't carry a child into disease. Did you not carry me to my poor grandmother's to avoid the measles
Hortensia M. Rogers, "Druid Hill" near Baltimore Md.," to Mrs. Eliza Kortright Monroe Hay., 4 May 1831
No full textI do not feel alarmed for grandfather. Would go to New York directly but cannot see that I could be of any use to him. Bring Monroe to her house but recommends they consult Dr. Physic in Philadelphia. Thought she had scarlet fever. I shall begin today to wean my baby. I cannot suckle her any longer. I have not strength
Hortensia M. Rogers to Mrs. Eliza Kortright Monroe Hay., 4 January 1831
No full textMr. Rogers looks badly. All the servants have the measles. Sorry to read accounts of 1 of January dinners. He James Monroe is very old and recent misfortune demands seculsion not solitude. If he sees company it should be of a different sort from Morris, Livingston, Ogden. Grandfather's claim has been brought forward by Fenton Mercer. Doesn't like Thomas Swann visiting. Tell me something of Maria Gouverneur. I do not wish to interfere in Aunt M's concerns. She has a husband to take care of her
Alexander Munro to James Monroe, January 3, 1806
No full textAlexander Munro, Custom House, London, England, to James Monroe, Cheltenham, England. Informs him of the death of his AM brother. 1 page. Autograph letter signed, including endorsement by James Monroe
Alexander Munro to James Monroe, May 19, 1804
No full textAlexander Munro, Bedford Square, London, England, to James Monroe, Wimpole Street, London, England. Inquiring as to news of Mr. Ferguson in Paris. 1 page. Autograph letter signed, including endorsement by James Monroe
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