This collection consists of a single letter from Virginia Congressman (1851-1859) and future Virginia Governor John Letcher. Dated from the House of Representatives on December 20, 1852, the letter is addressed to "My Dear Sir." Letcher writes of having recently "sold Mr Rodgers warrant for $35.50 to D. Rowland" and of having made inquiries at the pension office, as requested. He then discusses the many applicants in the city, seeking federal office, following the recent presidential election. "The son-in-law of Govr [Joseph] Johnson," he writes, is making a desperate effort." Letcher also notes the widespread speculation regarding the selection of a new cabinet by the president-elect (Franklin Pierce). Letcher closes by conveying his regards to "Mrs. Shands." In a postscript, Letcher asks that Waitman and Maupin send his papers to him in Washington.