This series contains correspondence.

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Alba (President of Board of Aldermen and Mayor) realizes that Sam (city Alderman) is busy with "your near departure" but asks Sam to preside at daily Board meetings. Sam had so much to do with setting it up, it would be another source of "our gratitude."

Catlett received Sam's letter of December 26 and spoke with Dickens (acting secretary) about it. He will bring it up with Mr. Crawford when he is well. Catlett saw Crawford yesterday, but thought it best not to trouble him given his present state of health.

Cohen has Sam's letters of July 13 and August 16 with the whole and half tickets in the University Lottery. D. Chester had bought them by note when Sam sent him cash to do so. Chester returning from Havanna so Cohen can ask him about it. Will get note back.

Cohen has Sam's letter of July 30. Had been planning to see Sam in Richmond, but press of business has prevented it. Thanks Sam for his help "relative to Southgate claim." Sam had asked for a loan, Cohen will arrange it while in Richmond.

On his return yesterday, Cohen found Sam's letter of August 24. He is of the same opinion on the buildings as before, but will put up $500. He supposes Sam has closed on the lot of ground. Let him know when Sam signs the contracts so he can arrange payment.

Cohen has Sam's letter of September 1 mentioning purchase of four lots from Mr. Brand at $291.60. Cohen encloses remittance for him. Also a draft on Cohen & Brothers, Richmond for $208.40.

Cohen has Sam's letter of September 11. Sends draft at sight on Cohen & Brothers, Richmond in Sam's favor for $500 "which place to my credit. Shall make you additional remittance of $500 on the 23rd."

Cohen thanks Sam for his congratulatory letter which arrived "previous to the occasion that produced it." [Cohen's marriage to Augusta.] Wants Sam and his wife to join them for a visit. Cohen's mother is still with them in their new home, but leaves soon.

Dornton has been informed that Mr. Thomas Ru... [page torn] late of Baltimore lives with Sam's father. Sam would oblige Dornton by giving the enclosed to him. If he is not in Norfolk, please sent it back by return mail.

Drummond sends Mr. John Sewell's acceptance with full favor of Richard Bowden. Will Sam please present it for payment. If he can't get the money, please secure the debt with a bond. There are other acceptances to be collected if Sam is interested.

Etting is sorry he didn't see Sam. "I heard of your walk to the turnpike gate." He has letters from Sam's father and John. All are well. John's coat will be sent to Norfolk, as soon as it is received. "I look for your father in all next week."

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Gatewood is back from visiting Williamsburg. "Your brother's Juniors" much divided on the subject of volunteering. Six month term from last year is up. The attempt to do duty "when Maurice returns" will be made. John supports measure that McConnico is opposed to.

Thomas Irvin & Co. send Sam a check on the Virginia Branch Bank for $400. Impossible to get bank note or draft below par. Banks won't give check on Richmond at par. Is glad Sam is satisfied with their sales of his tobacco. Flour at 6.25 - 6.50 in demand.

Johnson received Sam's letter of November 24 indicating his desire to obtain government department employment. Praises Sam on his qualifications; scientific and liberal education, knowledge of several modern languages, experience as lawyer and merchant.

Levy is delighted to have met Sam who shares his views on "the general condition of our poor degraded people." For 15 years he has thought only of the regeneration of the Jews. He met Miss Gratz in Philadelphia, was much impressed by her.

Levy thinks of Sam as more than a friend. Sam is the only one to understand his passion about improving the lot of Jews. They have pledged to work to bring it about. Dined with Russell on Sunday whose wife talked of Sam. Don't write to Dietz on "our subject."

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Levy has just arrived from Washington, D.C. on his way to York. Heard from Homans that there is a "combination" working to get Levy thrown out of the Navy. Homans is still his friend but must remain in the dark. Has just learned from Homans that court will cashier him.

Lyon Received Sam's letter with claim against Earthman who resides near Winchester in Mississippi. Lyon passed on the claim to A.G. Ruffin, who sent it to Mr. Dickson, attorney at Winchester. Major Ruffin says Earthman is someone who is hard to get money from.

Marfarland commenced suit last fall against Birtchitt & Baptist for Sam. The case will probably be called in the next term. He presented account to Baptist "who disputed the whole of it." Needs Sam's reply to that to prepare for court.

Mackay informs Sam that the Schooner Sarah Ann has arrived at Fredericksburg and that Capt. Samuel Philips will sell a portion of the cargo to pay Moses Myers' claim on the vessel, "so he says." If Capt. P. refuses to settle the whole claim, can proceed against him.

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Marx writes "as a Jew and the father of a numerous family" to give his views on Sam's proposal to set up a Jewish settlement.  Marx feels this the wrong approach.  Reviews status of Jews in America.  Feels this settlement will increase intoleration.

[Family letter addressed to Sam but meant for Louisa.] Joseph Marx, his wife and daughter Caroline all write notes congratulating Louisa on the birth of her daughter. "It will give the boys a new plaything." The baby came early.

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Marx has been away "up the country" so just received Sam's letter of August 25 with news of disease in Pensacola. Is relieved that Louisa and the children are safely removed from town. Not suprised that the doctors don't know what it is. Richmond has suffered from a long hot spell.

After worrying about everyone's health, Marx was relieved by Louisa's letter of November 10. The weather had been warm in Richmond but there was snow this morning. He fears the goods Myer sent to Pensacola were pillaged when the schooner was taken by pirates.