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

"Observations Critiques d’un Botaniste habitant des Isles Occidentales de l’amerique, sur les plantes decrites par le R. P. Labat Dominicain, dans les six tomes de son voyage aux Isles." Botanical observations and critiques relating to Jean Baptiste Labat's Nouveau Voyage aux Isles de l'Amerique. In French, no translation.

Request for seeds and seedlings from Carolina and Virginia. Includes a receipt of botanical specimens received.

Receipt of botanical specimens received.

Order to pay surveyors for work on the Pennsylvania-Maryland boundary line.

Tools and equipment included in purchase of New Sterling Forge.

Account of material sold to Smith & Caldwell, mainly of fabrics, clothing, housewares, and bill for labor performed for the New Sterling Forge.

Sends thanks for aiding in receipt of honorary degree from University of Edinburgh. Expressions of friendship.

Happy to hear of Hall’s “settlement & good Prospects in Georgetown,” believing he can quickly recoup lost time from his medical apprenticeship. Has forgiven Hall for his poor behavior and hopes he has learned to control his temper. Muses on forgiveness and generosity. Provides advice on one of Hall’s “deplorable” medical cases, including dressing bones, preparing tinctures to encourage discharges, treating colic, indigestion, and jaw troubles. Advises possible medications and recommends fresh air and exercise, but “If she cannot use the latter have Recourse to the flesh Brush.” Sending a pamphlet [not present] concerning medicinal waters.

Contract for Robert Boyd, Jr., a blacksmith, to construct waterworks at Chamber's Creek in New Windsor, New York, for scythe making. Divides property and profits as the Boyds go into business together.