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Will send a letter via Mrs. Lanman; children are well excepting Frederick who appears better this morning and looks for "Papa." Mentions a visit to her cousin Jabez Huntington (1767-1848) whose wife Mary Landon Huntington died the previous month; notes his melancholy state and that of his children who were also unwell; makes plans for returning to Litchfield.

Thanks him and cousin Jabez for writing; laments not being home to visit Nancy Bradley who is very unwell; believes Frederick will be gratified by hearing the sermon on the death of Governor Trumbull; Frederick continues to be unwell.

Received his letter; remarks on domestic matters; reports on things she has heard of Marino sheep and the factory near Norwich, suggests Frederick have their wool manufactured there.

Remarks on their separation due to visiting and business; would like Frederick to bring a carpet sample for her to have matched for covering the addition; gives plans for her return; notes his letter and comments on their new china.

Was happy to hear from Frederick; notes a visit from Colonel and Mrs. Tallmadge; the garden is planted and the sheep have been driven up; would like his assistance in developing a plan for return; the Beechers are at the Reeve's, Mr. Reeve calls on her nearly every day; Children have all had colds; remarks on Mr. Beecher's sermon; requests that he find her handkerchiefs; gives further report on the garden.

Reports that her health is improving; requests that Mrs. Reeve excuse her from writing as she has nothing to communicate; provides instructions for domestic matters, including that he may dismiss the "black girl" as Mrs. Reeve reported that the Calvin girl was ready to come.

Writes that though weak, she is feeling somewhat better; strictly adheres to a diet; the babe (Laura) has slept through the night twice and is in better health; advises the Governor to see their doctor.

Partial letter reporting on the health of the children; asks about prospects for obtaining "a girl" as help; gives plans for returning home.

Letter to her daughter requesting that she write, and that she mind her grandparents and not eat sweets. Asks her to be kind to her sister and gives news of her other children.

Wrapper for letters from Betsey Huntington Wolcott, undated, labeled by Frederick Wolcott, "Letters from Mrs. Betsey Wolcott to Frederick Wolcott. The dear woman died April 2d. 1812 at 4 o'clock am."