Collections : [University of Michigan William L. Clements Library]

Written to Pike, serving as the Commandant of Fort Massac, Illinois. Arrival was delayed by the frost, causing him to stay among "our old acquaintance in Jersey" who have unfortunately experienced "a great change… in their Political Principle's thousands who we once esteemed as friends to America are the most Infernal Torys I almost hate the People." News of family, land settlements, deeds, money scarcity, and conflict with the French. "I cou'd get no land from Dayton he has been Tolerable clever in Settlement he gave me Six hundred acres for Price in Milatary Warrants you shall have Six hundred acres as soon as the land is Surveyed…" Comments on relevant "Law of Congress" relating to land and military bounties.

American cargo ships have been captured by the British and condemned at Ceylon; "it has ever appeared to me that there is a want of attention in the government of the United States towards the Citizens who unfortunately are obliged to follow the seas…they are the only Class of Citizens who are any ways Exposed to personal Insults and it appears to me that they merit a greater share of Government Protection."

A request for Reverend Leverett Hull to be appointed pastor and for $75 to cover the amount of his salary they were unable to raise by subscription. Comments on local revival, the importance of the station in the region, and the need for a preacher. Signed by the Elders and Trustees. Accompanied by a reference from M. Hunter.

Possibility of seeing Little in Monmouth during the holidays. Professional and personal news of acquaintances. Upcoming move to Madame Pellet's boarding house to improve proficiency in French. Waltzing with a tutor on White Street.

Thoughts on mutiny of Mexican Army under Pedro de Ampudia; Troops marching to Unca.

Respecting the case of George Hope. He suffered from melancholia, moved, and became worse. Hope's brother wishes to commit him to Dr. Stribling's care, "if you have a vacant cell." Age 25 years, income of $300-400 per year. Hope's mind is particularly "deranged" respecting religion.