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Sympathy message (from his father) after Louisa's death.

Is a question about matrimony in which Sophia is involved and a promise to a neighbor's daughter of a bonnet. Come soon to resolve it.

Glad to receive your letter. James Brown came for Kate and her on Saturday evening, and they did not return home until Tuesday morning. Miss Caldwell gave a party on Tuesday but she and Kate did not go.

Marriage is intended between Elizabeth and Asbury. List of her real and personal property. Certain property transferred to Buckner in trust, but remains in control of Elizabeth until marriage is solemnized. Disposition of property at each spouse's death. Trust shall continue if Buckner dies 1first. No signatures or date on 5-page document.

Discusses current and possible routes of transportation including Staunton to Parkersburg Turnpike and the Clarksburg and Buckhannon Pike. His neighbors want a route through their area.

Happy to receive her letters. Concerned about her health. If get sick and think he should come home, let him know. Questions why Baldwin would expose himself to danger as brakeman in railroad job. Staying at the Madison and Mr. Shackleford, brother of the senator, is his roommate.

If own the old Taylor place, Martin wants to have the use of it this season to make a living. Legislative matters re: little accomplished, but the improvement party may come to a compromise and is bound to be on a large scale. Get that gray mare from Cobun that you bought for $38.75 but haven't received; suggestions on strategy to get the mare. Uncle Isaac says no appropriation for the Alexandria Loudon & Hampshire Road this session. Problem with land purchase by Donnella from Christian Stone about 20 years ago but later court action involved Marquess and now Baldwin owns that land. Please examine records to find out if true.

Saw General Jackson's equestrian statue in Washington City, and the book and pictures sent to her are a perfect likeness. "To my very heart am I sorry that I am situated so that I can't be with you to comfort you."

Everything going slowly and not sure whether will adjourn at end of 90 days. Have passed two turnpike bills and one railroad bill that week. Will not be surprised if the appropriations are as extravagant as last session. Will send the February issue of Goody's Ladies Book soon with fashions that are more full than any he has seen.