Plummer Papers

From Samuel A. Plummer to Mother (Mary Plummer)

Addressed to
Mrs. Mary Plummer
Tuscumbia North Alabama
postmark New Orleans LA May 20

New Orleans May 18th , 1837

Dear Mother,

I start this evening to Texas - I have made such arrangements I am confident as will soon place me in ample funds ---- and next fall when there will be peace and confidence we all can get along in easy as possible - as easy as we desire - I think the times are getting better - The 12 wks all stopping paying spices will very much add to the general prosperity, at least.

My stay in Texas will be short and then I shall strike for Tuscumbia - perhaps one fortnight will be sufficient for all the purposes I desire - I wrote yesterday to you - nothing new today. Texas Blockade is now at an end - the Mexicans have gone from the Coast & arrivals from there yesterday - all things are going on well - Mexico it is said intended declaring war against the U States a pretty turnip that will be - Money here I cannot get

Yr affectionate Son
Samil A. Plummer

My love to the chicks Look for me when I come

Contributed by Sylvi