Describes the visit of her parents to albany; mentions the construction of a "large marble Acadimy [sic] for the boys;" states that David and Alexander are going to college this spring; hopes to hear from Juliana soon. 2 pages.

Describes in detail his first few days at Princeton, his room, studies, and roommate; hopes to hear news from East Hampton soon. 2 pages.

Describes his life at college; states that he has not missed a single recitation since classes began; mentions that he has been very lonely and homesick; asks that she write "immediately." 2 pages.

Informs Gardiner that Mrs. Rhodes requests him to pay off the mortage by the first of April. 1 page.

Believes that the whole South will go against Van Buren; describes the opposition as very determined; discusses national politics in general; mentions Governor Tyler's address to the Senate. 3 pages. Autographed letter signed.

Describes his attempt to procure the items his father asked for; states that he had bought him a hat, Virgil's works, but did not get a fish pole as there were non under a dollar. i page.

Sends the green bag and matting which he purchased for her; lists the prices of the items. 1 page.

Sends a receipt for the interest on Gardiner's bond. 1 page.

Signed by Nassau Hall, sent to Gardiner's father. 2 pages. Printed document signed.

Hopes Margaret will come up to Croton to visit; describes her attempt to learn French; states that she is translating "Estelle" and that "it is all about shapards [sic] and it is really sichnes [sic] to read it." 2 pages.

Encloses a receipt for the interest on Gardiner's bond for 1/2 year and for Mrs. Rhodes' bond. 1 page.

Concludes that Gardiner had not been able to find a suitable site as he had requested; describes some land and asks Gardiner to complete the purchase of it. 2 pages.

Informs Gardiner that she would be happy to ride to the harbor with him but regrets that she will be unable to do so due to her mother's illness. 1 page.

Grades of Alexander Gardiner for his Sophomore year at Princeton University; list of expenses and curriculum. 2 pages. Printed document signed.

Is disappointed to hear that his father will not be visiting Princeton this spring; gives an account of his expenses, asks for $240.00 to be sent. 2 pages.

Promises to find a pair of horses for Gardiner as good as he can find; asks Gardiner to write giving the size, colour, age, and price he is willing to pay for these horses. 1 page.

Describes his attempts to contact Mr. Tabill by mail; asks Gardiner to check if Tabill received his letter; discusses bills obtained in furnishing his house. 3 pages.

Encloses some papers for Dyckeman; discusses some legal proceedings with Dyckeman. 1 page.

Asks him to inform Mr. Dayton that he received his letter; states that he has been ill most of the time since he left New York. 1 page.

Asks his opinion on the present condition of the East Hampton School as her son, Edward, "having in some degree got over his prediction for a sea life" requires some more schooling; asks for his advice concerning his board. 1 page.

Describes his trip back to Princeton and his visits with relatives; tells of the prices to repair his watch; describes the weather. 2 pages.

Introduces her son, Edward, and his friend, William Braser, as the bearers of this letter; discusses arrangements to be made for their schooling in East Hampton. 2 pages.

Describes the Fourth of July celebration at Princeton; gives some news of his brother, Alexander Gardiner. 3 pages.

Requests more money to be sent as he has to purchase some books; mentions that he believes his father's writing to have become worse over time, pointing out mistakes in his last letter. 2 pages. Autographed letter signed.

Sends receipt for the interest due on Mrs. Rhode's bond. 1 page.