John A. F. Martin, Richmond City, to Louisa Martin, 1854 February 23

Visited Charlottesville and University of Virginia, has 12 professors and 480 male students. "I feel proud to own it as a Virginia institution." It was founded by the "illustrious" Jefferson and is in sight of Monticello. Stayed with Mr. McCoy and Dr. Bill Allen and families. Attended Joseph Anderson's party with plenty of champagne and oysters.