He will not be using photographs in his book, except in selected copies.

Discusses his latest changes in the biographies.

Received his letter of July 5. Plans to have an engraving made of the bust of her brother. Will there be engravings in his book? [First sheet only.]

Writes to clarify some of the information in the biographies of the Drs. Galt prepared by William and Sally Galt. All will be placed into the same pattern, and the correspondence giving the information will be put in a fireproof library.

Discusses when he will need photographs.

Received a letter from Dr. Toner in which he requests evidence of Drs. A.D., William Craig, and John M. II Galt having graduated M.D. Fears Toner has altered the biographies a great de [Note: The letter referred to seems to be one dated 16 July 1867.]

Discusses the sale of Galt's property by the writer's uncle, Jordan Anthony, and encloses an account of the disposal of the purchase money.

Discusses the chaos her family's papers were reduced to by being moved around for safe-keeping during the War. Dr. A.D. Galt studied in London from 1792 until 1796 under Balington, Cline, Sainders, Hervey, Relph, and Sir Astley Cooper. Dr. J.M. Galt Sr. studied under Hugh Smith and Colin Mackensie. [Note: There is another copy of the first half of this letter.]

Seeks to clarify a few points in the biographies.

Answers her questions concerning having a picture engraved. Recently saw Miss Sally [Millington?], Mr. Bright, Charley Williamson, the Wilmers, and Miss Pagie [?].

Suggests that if she publishes the biographies in pamphlet form she include one for John Williamson.

Thanks her for her help in getting the information for his book.

Plans to use Professor Maury's new geographical books and maps in her school. Describes her visit to Norfolk.

Expresses sympathy on the death of Mrs. Eliza Waller Vest.

Certificate reads that "William R. Galt is a Master Mason in good standing and has, of his own will, withdrawn from membership in Atlantic Lodge No. 2."

Has been very ill and truly appreciated the recipient's [letter?].

Discusses the size of any pictures to be included in his book.

Introduces J.H. Loundes of Richmond. Her brother thought very highly of Dr. Kirkbride.

Wants a copy of the poem of Tom Moore, with an account of its history, to give it to the Editors of the "Galaxy" with a view to printing it and then selling the manuscript.

The poem is so little that it may be hard to sell. Quotes from a poem.

News of Annie Capron and of her nieces and nephews. Regrets hearing of the deaths of Mrs. Vest, and Peggy. News of her school.

Discusses the agricultural progress of the Valley. Asks to be remembered to Mrs. Maupin, Miss Sarah M. Maupin, Mrs. Kellem, and Mrs. Martha Wooden.

Advises her to not have an engraving done.

Inquires about the money owed her.

Praises the recipient's mother. Mentions Cousin Eliza, Sister Marianna, and Miss Amelia. [First sheet only]