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Letter to Governor Trumbull inquiring about the circumstances of appointments as Commissioners of Turnpike Roads and why he was not reappointed. Notes that failure to be reappointed is tantamount to dismissal and is concerned that his character has been impeached in some way. Requests a private answer as to why he was omitted and asks to be excused for troubling the Governor.

Sends Henry Van Schaack a copy of the report by the Secretary of the Treasury about public debt, discusses his opinions and the public opinion on the topic. Gives details of an appointment with Judge Woodbury. Comments on the health of his family and his own health, which is poor, and an upcoming health retreat to the West Indies.

Complains about religious debates occurring in Litchfield regarding the taxation of different sects to construct a meeting house. Writes of his consistently bad health, and his sister's visit.

Writes to explain new arrangement of the stages and its effect on the mail; notes an upcoming visit to her house and that he expects they will make many journeys together.

Love letter with optimistic contemplation about their future lives; notes that if she has any doubts she must frankly suggest them; notes that his prospects are good and that he has ambition and will seek to obtain character and influence in Society; his first object will be her happiness.

Writes to inform her that he will arrive on the following Friday for their wedding and that Benjamin Tallmadge and Jabez Huntington will travel with him; requests that her family not put themselves to inconvenience; notes that he never felt Weddings were an occasion for much parade but in this case wishes her to be the "sole directress of ceremonies." Notes his happiness in his choice of partner and that his regard for her only increases.

Short note to enclose notes about the votes for members of congress for Betsey's father; gives plans for return home.

Remarks on two excellent sermons from Doctor Dwight; details his meal and evening plans; laments living alone while Betsey and their daughter Mary Ann go visiting.

Wishes to see his wife and daughter; cannot leave home until after a regimental review planned for later in the week; notes unpleasant weather; other news of neighbors, friends, and domestic matters. Adds the number of voters and results of elections, states he is happy not to have been chosen.