Is sorry she is upset ; WIlliam says that everything will turn out all right and that their losses will not be too bad; does not think it will be necessary to give up any of Mr. Maury's habits; feels that Matthew blames himself which is why he is so depressed; William decided to do whatever he could to help matters, and she is proud of him; is glad that Mr. Maury has not been too upset by the events; many families in Liverpool are having bad times; tells of the troubles of their friends; aside from the financial difficulties, all is well; William said he sent her [AM] a letter saying that he was angry at her for telling him to concentrate more on business than on the garden; thinks they should not argue about the issue; will be sorry if Matthew has to sell the Republic; Rutson should be married soon, since everyone thinks they will do good business again; Matthew's state of mind; news of friends. 4pp. ALS Including Ts of ALS, 2pp.