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Talk of keeping house with Hiram. Marriage plans.

Reflects on an accusation that he "was a married man… she considered me an uncommon great impostor or one who would without the least degree of hesitation or Bashfulness (using much deceit & treachery) stain corrupt or ruin the character of an honest ladys daughter." Uncertain what behavior of his caused the recipients to believe this of him. "... has my verry person appeared in your sight as the character of one who would rob the innocent of their just & peacible state of Celibacy." Assures them he came only for a social visit, did not think that Mary was "a lady of Libertine Base or cruel disposition," and that he has never been married.

Noctes Drinkerianae. Script for a theatrical performance set around a table. Includes many quotes stating that they wish Mr. Williams were there. Discussion of a Mr. Law who had behaved erratically, described as screaming “like a negro Methodist preacher.” Conversation topics include gender roles, alcohol consumption and Miss Hannah’s attempts to prevent it, and Charles Pettit being imprisoned for larceny.

Enclosing a letter [not included]. Makes some disparaging remarks about the Portuguese's lack of hospitality, having written to some gentlemen in preparation of Mrs. Rowley visiting Spain and Portugal. Complements Mrs. Rowley's "enterprising disposition... a character I like in either sex, but more to be admired in the fair, because more uncommon."

Marriage of Ruth to a man with five children. News of the war. Failed relationship of a doctor friend.

Description of living area, furniture, and kitchen. Moving process.

Living in a log house in Ohio. Dutch neighbors. Land dales. Load of oysters came through, bound for Detroit.

Includes advice to Maria on course of reading or study (no novels or poetry until after learning philosophy and history). Remarks on the education of women; believes that the "fashionable course of study" for women weakens their intellect and makes them unfit for many duties of their "sex & station." [Original in the Michigan collection]

Staying at a boarding house in New York; description of house and boarders. Making a silk cloak.

Regret at having to move to Louisville as a result of her husband’s employment. Description of Louisville.