Girard would have answered Moses' letter of October 10 sooner but was ill. Encloses power of attorney for sale of plantation under mortgage to him. Encloses letter from Smith Snead. Plantation was collateral on L532 specie debt by John Kendall from June 1780.

Girard thanks Moses for his efforts in the affair with Kendall as noted in Moses' letter of May 1. Price of Indian corn has gone too high, so Girard doesn't want more. In future will buy from Moses, used Petersburg house last time and was not satisfied.

Girard is sorry for the trouble Moses detailed in his letter of March 8. Snead is at fault for all the problems in taking possession of Kendall's plantation in Northampton County. Moses to sell the land immediately. Beswax casks sent by Moses were light.

[original of item 2] Girard has Moses' letter of October 27 detailing Moses' efforts to take possession of the Eastern Shore land for Girard. Also October 29th order for 10 barrels of coffee of same quality sold to Sam Myers. To ship on sloop Hamilton, remit to Wm & Jas Douglas of Petersburg.

Congressman Benjamin Gorham received Moses' invitation for Gorham and his wife to stay with him on their trip to Richmond. The trip is uncertain because of the long session of Congress, also uncertain is the route they will take. Little chance they will stay with Moses.

Rebecca sends her condolences on the death of Adeline. Asks to "be admitted into your thoughts as one who tenderly loved your dear departed, and sincerely mourns her loss... and prays most fervently that the God of Israel may support and bless you."

Hall just received Moses' letter of the 15th directed to him at Brussels. Thanks Moses for his friendship. Finds himself destitute and just barely able to get by. Has made a friend of the head of Iris Dominican convent, and dines there regularly.

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Hall writes to "My beloved & ever esteemed Moses" saying he has been ill with a fever since last he wrote.  Got the letters about Mary Ann, a "most angelic woman."  Will meet Moses in Antwerp on August 1.  P.S. to Samuel Myers says he's sorry to take Moses away.

Hayes acknowledges receipt of Moses' letter of April 30 with a check for $44.89 being the Marine dividend for the estate of Sarah Barry.

Thomas Irvin & Co. have Moses' letter of April 7. Sales of Same Myers' tobacco not yet done. 8 hhds leaf & 25 kegs plug remain. Don't know what they will bring, prices are low. Their books show there is $2130 to collect on Samuel Myers' account.

T. Irvin & Co. are sorry to inform that Daniel Snowhill who bought 2 hhds of Sam's tobacco for $445.68 did not pay when it came due. This has been a problem with him before, but they believe he stands well. Several failures since last they wrote.

Have sold 4 hhds of Sam's tobacco at 7 1/2 cents to William Stillwell. He is a long time customer who has paid well. Will continue to try to sell the rest. Market for Virginia tobacco is very dull, no demand, also not much flour selling.

Received Moses' letter of July 26. Snowhill has paid in part, hopefully will pay the rest. Nothing left but keg tobacco which won't sell. As soon as they have anything for Sam, they will write. Virginia flour is $6.75 - $7 a barrel, but it is declining.

Jones wishes to express the heartfelt satisfaction that Moses' worthy friends have gathered around him. Gratified by the just decision of the court. He is glad Moses has decided to give his attention to business, it will produce benefits in tranquility of mind.

Judah has Moses' letter of September 9. No mail has come for Moses since he left. If his sister comes with him, she is welcome to stay with Judah and his wife. Moses' having left his servant has not been a problem. He is making a carriage for "our little one."

Leamy opened Moses' letter of May 25 in his son's absence and regrets to learn that his son's power of attorney was not adequate to authorize Moses to sign the discharge. His son is in St. Thomas on his way to Puerto Rico to become a planter so he can't fix it.

Since Leamy's return from the West Indies, his father has shown him Moses' letter asking for his signature for release. Thought his letter of November 13 was sufficient. Now encloses power of attorney to show creditors.

Levy apologizes for not getting to Moses' letter of March 16 with its account current earlier, but was awaiting information from S. Myers, Jr. Asks Moses to continue to represent the estate of Samuel Simmons. If any additional power is needed, please write.

Lopez received Moses' letter of October 29 with the stock certificate for 350 shares in Marine Insurance Company. Accepts Moses' kind offer to attend collection of dividends and voting. When time comes, if Moses will prepare a power of attorney, Lopez will sign it.

Lopez acknowledges receipt of Moses' letter of November 20 with check for $50.24 Marine dividend. "My dear Rebecca and self regret to learn you have been so indisposed, our united regards attend you and family."

Lopez received Moses' letter of April 30 with check covering $51.36 for six month dividend on Marine Insurance stock. "My dear Rebecca unites with me in offering our best regards to your good self and worthy family."

McKenzie received news in the morning mail that his father had died, and does not know what his mother is to do now that her companion of thirty years is gone.

Mapother received Moses' letter of July 25 giving notice of a dividend declared by Marine Insurance Co. Also got his letter of July 28 with check for $472.90. Has heard from Mr. Young of other gentlemen much interested in the stock.

Netherlands Charge d'Affair Adriaan Martini received Moses' letter of December 1. He is sorry that a severe cold kept Moses from visiting Washington on his way home from the North. Hopes to make Moses' personal acquaintance when he is in better health.

Marx is glad to see from Moses' letter of June 4 that the family is more composed. No one he has spoken to in NY sees it as anything but a case of filial affection and none feels it has brought dishonor to Samuel. No one would speak out against Moses or the family.