Receipt of $2,250.53 from Thomas Walker Gilmer "on the principal and interest on the debt of Andrew Sweeney secured by deed of trust from Richmond Moon, Sr.," signed by William Lomptins. 2 pp. ADS.

Receipt of James B. Fretwell for Richard Moon, "received of Thomas Walker Gilmer eight Hundred and thirty six dollars & 60 cents." 1 p. ADS.

Describes his impressions of the people and rituals he observed during a visit to a Catholic cathedral; mentions the prospect of sea sickness, but notes that "no one ever died of it;" describes his purchase of a substantial amount of property on Galveston Island; mentions other business dealings. 4 pp. ALS.

Announces his arrival home; describes his reception; wishes that she and the children were with him; fears that business will keep him occupied for quite a while. 4 pp. ALS.

Describes his joy upon the receipt of her letter; discusses business plans and matters at ome; mentions his longing to see her and the children. 4 pp. ALS.

Believes Mr. Archer to be a most "promising youth;" discusses the general supervision "which his youth and inexperience may require." 1 p. AL.

Wishes that relations between the two of them could have been closer; asks for aid in "reading the signs of the horoscope;" asks what is to become of the "honest, independent states right republicans of the South" (like himself); wishes that there was some Virginia and Georgia to cooperate. 3 pp. ALS.

Inquires as to any further developments in regard to his Virginia claims; asks for an early reply. 2 pp. ALS.

Congratulates him on his induction to the Speaker's chair; notes how far the Old Dominion has "tumbled from that high eminence of glory and political virtue;" warns of the possibility of a few of their fellow Whigs joining with the conservatives. 2 pp. TCy of ALS.

Warns of the danger inherent in naming Gordon as the Whig candidate; notes that this is a crisis situation and urges Minor to act prudently. 3 pp. ALS.

Requests information concerning the conduct of Jno. Hooe in relation to a certain "loose and base woman;" requests this information on "behalf of many virtuous voters of said King George county" as Hooe is a candidate for election there. 1 p. ALS.

Discusses the need for faith in strength of the Lord when one is ill; advises submission to the will of God; points out that "it is the unbeliever who is alarmed at the thought of death when he is sick;" informs her that Aunt Sarah will come over to visit her soon. 4 pp. ALS.

Regrets that previous engagements prevent him from accepting the invitation to the dinner to be given the Honorable Mr.Wise at Louisa Court House; discusses the danger to government institutions caused by the "indifference of the people as to their own inalienable rights;" discusses the need for reform within the framework of the constitution, especially in regards to the banking system. 4 pp. Df.

Acknowledges his letter; discusses his political options now that he has been elected; asks how his wife took the news. 4 pp. ALS.

Regrets that he will not be able to attend the dinner to be given in honor of Mr. Clay; gives his highest regards to Mr. Clay and the position he holds. 2 pp. Df.

Notes that a letter written by Mr. J. Randolph to Mr. Ridley describing opinions and acts of Gilmer that are false has been exhibited in Southampton County; requests that he receive a copy of this letter; urges that the circulation of the letter be suppressed. 1 p. ALS.

Acknowledges their invitation for him to attend a Whig Convention for the states of Virginia, Pennsylvania, and Ohio; describes the greatness of the influence of "popular will" on the institutions of the United States; notes the necessity of "the vigilance of the people" to preserve the government. 3 pp. Df.

Acknowledges their invitation for him to attend a Convention in Nashville by the "friends of 'retrenchment and reform';" discusses the upcoming presidential election and the dangers of a strong executive; notes the necessity of individuals to uphold their constitutional rights in order to preserve the Union; warns of the danger of the states losing their power to serve as checks on the Federal government. 4 pp. Df.

Submitted by Jno. E. Heath; concerning (1) the status of public warehouses owned by Virginia, (2) amount of revenge charged to the sheriffs, (3) fees collected for criminal charges, (4) the amount borrowed by the Treasurer from the banks and (5) the balance in the Treasury. 4 pp. ADS.

Discusses the "one blank scheme" and its political implications; describes his itinerary. 2 pp. ALS.

Discusses his political situation and duty to the Whig party; notes the disapproval of the selection of Webster as Secretary of States; calls Webster "a federalist of the worst die: a blackguard & vulgar debaucher;" asks if Minor has seen signs of too much ambition in him [TWG]; sends his love to Minor's family. 4 pp. ALS.

Questions the meaning of his last letter; asks "what change has come over the spirit of your dream?;" states that he is just the kind of advisor that he needs, his "distance from the scenes of action" giving him objectivity; discusses his political prospects. 4 pp. ALS.

Discusses his prospects of accepting a seat in the US Senate; believes a national bank would be "unconstitutional and inexpedient;" states that he is in favor of distributing the surplus proceeds of public lands. 2 pp. ACyS of ALS.

Discusses the election of William S. Archer to the US Senate; describes how he was nominated as well by J.F. Strother of Rappahanock but that his election was strongly opposed by those he has considered friends. 4 pp. Incomplete.

Discusses his displeasure at the manner in which they acted to fill Roane's seat in the US Senate; states that he wanted Gilmer to have that seat; desires reports of how the opposition to Gilmer was presented. 1 p. ACyS of ALS.