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Fills his brother in on what has taken place in his life since he last wrote, including serving in the army, being a prisoner, returning home, and falling sick. He is about to sail to Philadelphia to see him but says that if he is captured he might write from St. Augustine, Savannah, or New York.

Suggested measures for deployment of troops in view of enemy strength in New York, including the sending of three brigades to New Jersey. Reference to the security of the coasts of Connecticut and New Jersey.

Letter describing Benjamin's attempt to get home and the problems his ship has encountered. Includes thoughts on death, fears that he will never return home, and refers to North Carolina as the best place for a lawyer on the continent.

"A List of Tories found in the Indian Country in the Year 1779." Lists 135 men, the captain of their company, and an accounting of their rations. Captains include: Capt. Butlar, Capt. Tinbrook, Capt. Coldwell, Capt. McDonel, and Capt. Hare. Note: May be in reference to Butler's Rangers, led by John Butler (1728-1796), and captains may include Walter Butler (1752-1781), Peter Ten Broeck, William Caldwell (1750-1822), John McDonell, and Peter Hare.

In regards to a letter recently sent to Dr. Buell, "Recommending to the Inhabitants to refund 400 pounds to Mr Isaacs for Dry Goods taken by the Rebels upon their way from Newyork to this place." Defends the inhabitants as unaware of Isaacs' travelling to New York and stating that they acted on their own behalf. Recommends giving a permit to Isaacs so that "as a Merchant might be Permited to Bring out a few Articles supposing the Inhabitant would be willing to Purchase Them of him as a Merchant." Includes a list of foodstuffs, including hogs and bushels of wheat, corn, and flaxseed.

Mentions Gerard visiting camp. Notes men gathering on the Jersey shore. Will send Congressional journals as they are published and will copy extracts of other journals. Mentions Lee heading to South Carolina and his secretary's pay. No further news of "the Enemies movements worth notice since their Evacuation of R[hode] Island." General [John] Sullivan returned, having "accomplished the designs of his Mission." Not surprised by news "of a Certain Genl. being under arrest." Notes developments concerning "Counterfeit Continental money" and the trial and impending execution of men. "...as to our finances, no material alteration in Congress-- but out of Doors the Devil himself Reigns Triumphant." Notes New York delegates [Philip] Schuyler, [James] Duane, General [John Morin] Scot[t], [William?] Floyd, and [Ezra] L[']Hommedieu. References struggles between New York and New Hampshire delegates over grants and a manifesto published in "Dunlaps Paper." On the verso, a crossed out note offers Peabody's compliments to Mr. Laurens. Donated by Peggy Harrington, from the collection of Kevin Harrington, 2014.

Receipts relating to the Convention Army prisoners of war.

Giving an account of their near shipwreck. Sailed from Philadelphia on October 26, 1779, and lost a man overboard on November 4th. Bowsprit was damaged due to heavy waves, detailing actions taken and describing the masts and yards falling. Notes injuries of one man whose hand was mangled, had his arm removed, and died. The ship's pumps were unscathed and she did not spring leaks at first. Describes actions taken following the accident, difficulties in storms, and severe damage to the rudder. "…the middle of Novr on the banks of newfoundland, without Mast or Ruther, and the Pepole half scared to death, we ware in a Malencoley situation, In that Condition we drove about twenty three days & by our reconing did not altter our Possetion more than 120 or 130 Miles." Improvised sailing techniques, their landing in Martinique, and work to refit the ship.

"A Return for State Store of the Men Left at the Hutts of the 7 Regt." Lists names of individuals with the 1st, 3rd, 4th, and 9th Companies of the 7th Connecticut Regiment, along with camp followers Mrs. Nichols of the 4th Company and "Mrs. Culver and 4 Children" of the 5th Company. With dockets on verso regarding receipt of sugar and coffee. Signed by Lieutenant Phile[mon?] Hall and Sergeant Josiah Cleveland.

Orders for Sgt. Sanger to assemble the men "in order to rais two soldiers for six months."