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Typed transcription of the manuscript on page 92.

Letter from William Bosson (1753-1823 or 1824) to his son Charles T. Bosson (1791-1864). William states that his situation and that of his family are not very good on account of misfortunes that befell them later in life. Hearing that Charles T. Bosson (1791-1864) and William Bosson (1806-1887) are doing well brings him great joy. William (1753-1823 or 1824) suggests that his decision to visit must be determined by his own working situation. William Bosson (1753-1823 or 1824) recently toured the Western Country and checked in on his son Thomas, who was physically unwell but doing good business in trade. Asks that Charles T. Bosson (1791-1864) send him sugar or a Bale of cotton to help him and his wife get through the winter. Manuscript note by William Bosson (1806-1887): "In this I am referred to as 'a promising boy'- These letters of my Father breathe intense parental solicitude for the welfare of his children. I was at the writing of this letter Aug 27th 1817 near 11 years old W. Bosson"

Mercantile matters (shipment of beef, inquiry about distiller Mr. Hutchings). Asks what Charles occupation/career is now as he has been told that law would not be the priority anymore. Encourages Charles to avoid party violence and stresses the importance of unification to drive the "barbarians" from the north and the south. "The War may end this year, should it not however desirous it will have the beneficent effect of making us a more Warlike people. I feel a pride that it has already produced officers who have distinguished themselves." Laments the death of Zebulon Pike.

Bill for second quarter at Harvard, ending December 1807. Signed by Noll as paid.

Bill for third quarter, ending April 4, 1811. Signed by Noll as paid.

Typed transcriptions of letters on page 93. Misdated transcription: August 17 instead of October 17, 1817. Speculated the second letter is dated November 1815, most likely January 11, 1815.

Typed transcriptions of the documents on page 93

Typed transcription for the letter on page 96; repeated transcription on page 96.

Enclosing Major General Heath's letter of introduction for Charles Bosson. Gerry explains that Charles is travelling west with the intention of possibly establishing himself. In addition to the good opinion of Bosson offered by Heath, he sought the opinions of others and can confirm that all hold positive opinions of him. Gerry states that he believes Bosson will make a good member of whichever State he chooses and requests Clay's "advice in aid of his pursuits, & recommendations of him to any of your friends for promotion of his objects." A manuscript note by William Bosson (1806-1887) supplies background to Gerry's governorship in Massachusetts and the relationship between Gerry and the term "Gerrymandering."

Letter of introduction for Charles Thompson Bosson (1791-1864) to Elbridge Gerry [likely originally enclosed in the letter Gerry sent Henry Clay on September 6, 1813.] Heath states that Charles is going west and he affiliates Charles with Gerry's nephew, William Orne. Charles Bosson and Orne studied law together. Heath remarks that Bosson "...will be proud to be the bearer of any Commands you may place to lay upon him." A manuscript note by William Bosson (1806-1887) offers background information on Heath. Heath was a cousin of Susanna Bosson, Charles and William Bosson's mother.