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The head of the family, Philip Barraud was the son of Daniel Barraud of Norfolk, Virginia. He was born on 8 October 1757. He served as a surgeon in the American Revolution and moved to Williamsburg in 1782. Barraud married Ann Blaws Hansford in 1783 and moved back to Norfolk in 1799 to accept a position as head of the Marine Hospital in Norfolk. He died on 26 November 1830.
Gift: 36 items, 1954. Gift: 28 items, 1965. Gift: 1 items, 1984. Gift: 1 items, 1992. 2006.02, gift of Susan H. Godson and James S. Darling.
Processed by Cynthia B. Brown in 1984.
Music Volumes #9, #12, and #23 in the Music Collection, Manuscripts and Rare Books Department, Swem Library, College of William and Mary are related to the Barraud Family Papers.
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Barraud Family Papers, Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library, College of William and Mary.
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Organization: This collection is organized into 3 series. Series 1 contains Personal Papers and Correspondence; Series 2 contains a Diary; and Series 3 contains the Addition to the Collection, 1992.45. Series 4 contains the Addition to the Collection, 2006.02. Arrangement: The collection is arranged chronologically by date.
Correspondence and other papers, mostly 1810-1860, of the Barraud family of Norfolk, Virginia.
Correspondence of Dr. Philip Barraud (1758-1830), his wife, Ann Blaws (Hansford) Barraud (1760-1836), and their children, included Daniel Cary Barraud (1790-1867), Otway Byrd Barraud (b. 1801), and Leliana (Barraud) Baker (b. 1805).
A number of the letters, as well as some poems, are from St. George Tucker (1752-1827), a close friend of Barraud's when he lived in Williamsburg, Va. Subjects covered include the War of 1812, medical service in the American Revolution and social life in Norfolk, Virginia.
Also included are the commissions of John Taylor Barraud (1826-1860), U.S. Navy, and his narrative diary, 1844-1847, while serving off the Mexican coast; a contemporary copy (1820) of Thomas Jefferson's thoughts on the education of women; grants for bounty lands awarded Daniel Cary Barraud for his service in the War of 1812; a composition on Cato by Jonn Taylor Barraud (1826-1860), for the College of William and Mary; and the draft of a letter from James Barron (1758-1851), to President Andrew Jackson (1767-1845) regarding Dr. Barraud's public services.
See Also: Southern Women and their Families in the 19
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Mentions his brother, Daniel Barraud's eldest son, Philip; sorry to hear he lost all when driven from Norfolk; death of Philip Barraud's mother; mention of Mr. Hansford; comments on the "plate" mother left Daniel.
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Conditions in the army, including mention of "the Baron [von Steuben"?], Generals Heath and McDaugall, and Aduef; asks about Barraud's family.
Endorsed, "Received payment for P. Barraud. G.W. Maupin."
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Will not be able to come for a visit due to his and his wife's poor health; also "Fan" will be visiting soon; mention of "Poll"; Henry arrived and is helping prepare his [SGT] book [Blackstone's Commentaries] for publication; [Nathaniel] Beverley [Tucker] will winter at "Bizarre" with is sister; best wishes for upcoming marriage of [Ann Hansford Barraud and John Hartwell Cockel]; hopes to meet soon, possibly at Swann's Point.
School composition on Cato.
Encourages her to write neat letters, "clear of blots because it looks very ugly;" promises to send a present for every "handsome letter sent;" upset that Grandpapa will not let Grandmama whip her as she has heard that she [HO'G] keeps herself dirty and "kicks up her heels in the street;" praises the value of whipping and studies.
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Inscribed to Dr. Philip and Mrs. Barraud, 22 June 1809.
Appended is Philip Barraud's explanation of the story. 1827 January 10
An endorsement reads; "The poor fellow died...no cure was made, consequently no pay can be demanded."
Talk of British- U.S. relations; also mention of the safe return of Philip's son from Paris, France.
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Had safe voyage to England; news of Spain, telling of Madrid being occupied by the Marquis of Wellington, and stating that "the seige of Cadiz is raised, and many successes of the British in that country render it likely that that country will soon be evacuated by the French"; also news of Europe, stating that a "reconciliation with America is expected."
Expresses feelings before battle with the British forces; reminisces about childhood. Endorsed as "1815."
Discusses peace between U.S. and Britian; family news.
Words of caution about handling a business transaction in which Barraud is also involved; physical condition of both; repairs to home in Norfolk.
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Family news, including Daniel Cary Barraud's marriage; discusses their health, and the possibility of his returning home after he has recovered; Captain Crane is courting Miss[?] King, although Gabriel [?] doesn't believe that she [Miss King] really cares for him; Captain Wadsworth, Mary Eliza Taylor, and Mr. [?] Randolph believe that Gabriel wishes that it were she whom he was courting; mention of the Constitution "breaking ground" and the upcoming arrival of the Columbus, both of which will provide "reinforcement" for the local girls in the way of entertainment on board; she, however, has not permitted Lelia to go - "this does not prevent their serenading us every night or two [though]"; Beverly Kennon and Miss [?] Skipwith have "parted by mutual consent [and] the families are not up on visiting terms"; expects a visit from William Nivison and his son any day; yearns for fruit since a large storm destroyed their peach trees; mention of Louisa [?], Nancy Moreland and "little Nan."
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Report of family at "Bremo"; mention of John Hartwell Cocke, and a visit by Wilson Cary; various children interested in studies including Philip, who is "trying French but is rather thick tongued"; tells of an unsuccessful hunting expedition, stating that Otway [Byrd Barraud] is a "poor hand with a gun."
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Glad to hear health has improved; mention of his "poor, sick and afflicted child, Polly" who is confined to her bed, with neither Dr. Alexander Dickie Galt or Dr. Smith able to find a name or remedy for the illness; describes her illness; tells of a visit by Sally Peachy and her sister Nanny.
Contemporary Cy. Discussion on the education of women.
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Sending a bundle of clothes for her "Mammy Jenny"; inquires about her reading.
Discussion of their health, including poem expressing religious feelings; family news.
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Family news; tries to persuade Lelia to remain at "Bremo" because of a "violent disease" prevalent in Norfolk; describes a "large gale" which blew two Richmond steam boats up the Eastern Branch.
Announces the birth of Mira Rosa Barraud; the mother is doing well.
Family news; delay of the Tucker family's visit because of the death of Charles Carter; describes how she will fill her time while her husband is away; did not go to "Bremo" because there was only room for 4 people in Mr. Cocke's carriage; heard that Patsy [?] is to marry the Baptist preacher, but doesn't believe it; mention of Louisianna's "affair" and the attention being paid to her by a "certain Presbyterian gentlemen"; has a pot of pickles for her and her "work table," which needs to be repaired.
Enclosing the commission of John Pegram as marshall of the United States for the Eastern District of Virginia; requests that he deliver it to him.
Mentions Tucker's recent visit; Barraud family affairs; comments on the deaths of Jefferson and Adams.
Comments and sympathy of brother-in-law, Robert Taylor; other family news; mention of disease in Norfolk.
Invitation for her family to come for a visit; family news.
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Death of Henry St. George Tucker's daughter, Frances.
Mention of the fire in Norfolk; quotations from Tucker's brother [Thomas Tudor Tucker]'s letter concerning Barraud.
Recollection of the time Barraud lived in Williamsburg "now [a] deserted village"; visit of Tucker Coles; other family news; regards from Sally Peachy and others.
Mention of Frank Willis, Mr. Tunstall's appointment in Washington, D.C., Helen and Tucker Coles, [Thomas Tudor Tucker], and other members of the Tudor family; received the leather from Cary.
Thanks him for the letter of sympathy; family news; plans to travel north.
Family news; went horseback riding; heard that Norfolk has become quite "gay," mentioning a party given by Dr. Selden for Elizabeth Johnston, a "sweet tempered sprightly girl."
Acknowledges letter of sympathy upon death of St. George Tucker, his brother.
Family news; mention of John Hartwell Cocke; describes in detail the visit to the "Rock," and a waterfall; social gossip; birth of daughter to Louisianna (Cocke) Faulcon; Nancy [?] is making a flannel waistcoat for herself; asks opinion of the sale of the "Dover Estate" for $1,000, stating that it is a "most elegant place."
News of family and friends; mention of the Cocke and Tucker families; election of General Jackson causing a "great bustle," with Doctor Andrews giving a "great Jackson dinner"; lecture on the evils of women who lead men on.
Discusses the death of his wife Eliza (Naylor) Tucker, and thanks him for his condolences.
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Reports that Dr. Barraud was to be removed from his post, and commending Barraud. Including AMsS, letter dated May 14, by Philip Barraud, Norfolk, Virginia, being a statement about his education, and services to the United States by being in charge of several hospitals, including a military hospital, 1776-1779, the Eastern State Hospital; and the Naval Hospital at Norfolk. 2 pages. Also including ADr., by Philip Barraud, stating that his appointment by the Adams Committee was without his consent [an apparent defense against replacement under Jackson's "spoils system". 2 pages.
Re: family affairs; is building a "handsome portico" at the South door; explains the supplies used, including marble, and the style of architecture as Doric. Including letter by Ann Blaws (Hansford) Barraud, Norfolk, Virginia. 1 page. Also including explanatory note concerning letter. 1 page.
Health is improving, as is Mother's and Lelia's; had some shirts "prepared" for him, and are now being forwarded.Including AL, n.d., from Ann Blaws (Hansford) Barraud, South Quay, Nansemond County, Virginia, giving health and family information. 2 pages.
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Imagines the baking of mince pies and cheesecakes for Christmas; tells of the installing of a new stove, and her father's concern that it won't hold enough coal to heat a large room; describes a recent fire and other family news.Including ANS, n.d., from Daniel Cary Barraud. 1 page. Also including explanatory note concerning letter. 1 page.
Did not know his father [Dr. Philip Barraud] during the Revolutionary War - only afterwards; nor did he know Dr. Applewhaite as he was "fortunate enough not to be sick during the whole of my service [in the Revolutionary War]."
Included commission appointing him judge of the General Court and Circuit Superior Court of Law and Chancery for the first circuit, filling the vacancy made due to the death of Robert B. Taylor. (Commission not enclosed).
Concerning the service of Dr. Orr [in the American Revolution?]; tells some Orr family genealogy; and mentions the marriage of Dr. Applewhaite's sister to Dr. Orr.
Details of the cruise of his ship to the coast [of Africa?], Madeira and the Canaries; prospect of relief in 8 months; tells of his shipmates buying Madeira wine; describes the inhabitants of the Canaries, and their language, which is similar to Latin; tells of a court martial on board the Yorktown.Including N., explaining relationship of William H. Allmand to George P. Blow. 1 page.
Discusses his drinking problem, the family's grief over it, and the prospects that he will be dismissed from the Navy because of it.
Issued by the Dept. of the Interior and signed J.E. Heath, Commissioner. Includes various assignments on verso, 1884, and engravings of Andrew Jackson, and wild horses.
Signed by Franklin Pierce, President of the United States.
Issued by the Dept. of the Interior and signed by J. Minot, commissioner. Includes various assignments on verso, 1884, and numerous engravings depicting a battle from [the War of 1812?], a farmer, an Indian raid, and portraits of Lieut. General Winfield Scott and Jefferson Davis, Secretary of War.
Signed by Jno. Williams.
Baptism of Mary; mention of Joseph Cabell; family news; details about clothes that need to be altered, and a dress that needs to be lined.
Expresses satisfaction with the news of their acquiescence in her engagement to John N. Faulcon; hope her brother continues to recover; plans to visit in a fortnight; mentions her garden and visitors; mentions mutual acquaintances. Adds postscript to Aunt Lelia; requests two dresses be made for her in the next two months.
Narrative diary of John Taylor Barraud, U.S. Navy, while serving on the John Adams, a 20-gun sloop of war. 5 page typed summary included. The diary covers the time from Barraud's arrival by ship in Norfolk, Virginia, after an absence of 3 years. In early 1845, he goes to New York, N.Y. for assignment on the John Adams, which later travels to Pensacola, Florida and then to the Mexican coast. A large part of the diary consists of comments while sailing between Pensacola and Mexico, includes comments on the land, sea, and diplomatic aspects of the Mexican War. In late October, 1846, Barraud sails to Boston, Massachusetts, from whence he travels to New York, New York, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Baltimore, Maryland, Portsmouth, Virginia, the U.S. Naval Academy, Richmond, Virginia, via canal to the mountains, and back to the Academy.
Photocopy of S. Lawson Barraud's letter to Cary Cocke, 20 Jan. 1851 regarding the Gold Rush. Location of original with John Page Elliott? Acc. 1992.45 Addition.
A typescript of a preliminary report on Ann Blaws Barraud by James S. Darling. Report on Ann Barraud as a Williamsburg wife, mother and musician, with notes on her husband Philip, a medical doctor and visiting physician to the Mental Hospital. Acc. 2006.02 Addition