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Regarding American victories at Fort Stanwix and Bennington. Expresses the possibility for a complete victory in the state of New York. Mentions: Benedict Arnold, Peter Gansevoort, Bary St. Leger, and John Burgoyne.

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Awaiting troops and Gen. Arnold. Mentions news of Arnold's success raising the siege at Fort Stanwix and victory at Bennington. They pursued fleeing enemy troops as far as "Lake Onida" [Oneida] before Arnold returned to the fort.

Discusses preparation for Saratoga. Comments on news that Burgoyne has occupied Forts Ann, George, and Edward southwards of Lake George. Believes that the British are planning "upon one Rash Stroke." It is urgent to reinforce the army. Requests immediate reinforcements. Includes copy of a letter to commanding officer of New Hampshire militia to march to Bennington.

Recommending that as much of the state militia as possible join the Northern Army. Extols them for services they've already rendered.

Account of the Battle of Freeman's Farm [which took place on September 19, 1777, the first component of the Battle of Saratoga]. Claims that "Burgoyne commanded in person directly opposite to where we were."

Accounts of encounters with American troops, including troops marching to meet Washington at Wilmington, [Delaware], and Washington's rousing of the troops to "exterminate" the British army. Fears a lack of provisions in Philadelphia for the winter, unless the coutnry people bring in their produce. Describes last few engagements in the Philadelphia area before Washington sets up winter quarters at Valley Forge. Copies of contemporaneous maps of the area included in folder.

Mentions war rumors. Refers to Washington in Philadelphia and discusses Gates and Burgoyne. Finds that tobacco is in every part of the country. If Howe is beaten soundly, perhaps more pressure would be applied upon England to acknowledge independence. British eyes would be opened to the fact that they may encounter "war with all the rest of the world."

List of wives and children of loyalists to be sent to New York, "By order of General Putnam."

Certifying that James Ramsey granted the use of a brick house (owned by James Smith) to Capt. Corrans' Company of Artillery - beginning in April. On the same page: United States ANS to James Ramsey; November 8, 1777. Receipt for rent payment.