Maria writes from Plymouth about letters she has received, her schooling, and fellow students.

Two letters written from Bath, N.Y. to her brother.

May writes about comfort of Julia and Adams now small family, but that he is not far away from them should he need to visit. She reports on her family's health and activities. There have been many changes in Bath since he was there. She never receives letters from the Adams family.

May writes that because of her eyes, it is hard for her to write or read. She reports on her and her family's health and activities and is sorry to hear Julia is doing so poorly. She hopes they can visit this summer and recalls their visit last summer. Bath has been visited by another fire this winter.

Two letters written in Cambridge, Mass., to her brother.

Richards writes that she has not heard from him in over twelve months. She would like to visit, but Mr. Giles business requires him to travel and if he heads for the vicinity of Litchfield, she will accompany him. She reports on her and her family's health.

Richards writes about her pleasure of hearing from Adams. Mr. Richards has been out of health lately provoked by his business affairs, but he has lately improved them to avoid embarrassment. He is at a loss as to what business to persue. She regrets being at a distance from her only brother. She reports on family health. She would be eager to read any news from the widow of their brother.