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Includes tabular view of rights in lands of Bennett Henderson, showing portions of widow (Elizabeth Henderson), John Henderson, Sarah Henderson Kerr, James Lewis Henderson, Charles Henderson, Isham Henderson, Bennett Hillsboro Henderson, Eliza Henderson, Frances Henderson, Lucy Henderson, Nancy Crawford Henderson, with notations of conveyances to T. J., Craven Peyton, Mr. Bramham, Tucker M. Woodson, James L. Henderson, Richard Seabrook, and John Henderson. A statement of the real property of Bennett Henderson, deceased. Courses of deed and plat of land sold to Martin Dawson by T. J. Estimate of the property of Bennett Henderson in which dower was assigned. Estimate of Bennett Henderson's estate for assigning dower. Estimate of Henderson's lands by Messrs. Watson & [Snelson?]. List of Henderson's lands purchased by T. J. The rights of T. J. to the warehouses. List of deeds for the Henderson lands. References to Watson E. Alexander, David Anderson, Eliza Bullock, John H. Bullock, Mr. Fitch, David Higginbotham, John R. Kerr, William D. Meriwether, David Mickie, Thomas E. Randolph, and Mr. Suttle. [909]

9 August 1807. Bernet[?], Four Mile Tree, [Surry Co[urt] Ho[use], Virginia], to Sarah C. Watts, Williamsburg, Virginia. Disappointed in not hearing from her; sorry to hear that Christian has become ill; is so happy to be with such an "amiable" family; especially enjoying the walks with Sally; messages to Mr. and Mrs. Anderson, specifically that she doesn't need any more shifts; there has been much company lately; has been drinking tea and is amazed at the plentiful amounts of fruit, especially the fine "English Grapes"; sends regards to the Miss Charltons, Miss Travises, "all Camps girls," John Anderson, and Mr. Anderson; inquires about Nancy and their moving on Monday.

4 April 1807. Betsy Watts, Bedford [County, Virginia], to her daughter, Sarah C. Watts, Williamsburg, Virginia. Apologizes for not writing sooner; gives advice concerning whom one can trust and states that "experience proves how few there are who deserve the name of friends"; mentions the classes she [Sarah C. Watts] is taking, including Arithmetick [sic] and History, and is curious why she isn't taking Geography; hopes that she will adhere to the idea of being an "old maid" for at least the next 6 years.

29 May 1807. Betsy Watts, [Bedford County, Virginia?], to her daughter, Sarah Watts, Williamsburg, [Virginia]. Reports that her father left [on business?]; tells of a recent camp meeting, and a sermon delivered by Dr. Genings, which offended many due to its numerous sexual allusions, and comments on her sex "thinking for themselves"; Cousin Mary did not get married, though she did have a wealthy suitor for a while; compliments to Mr. and Mrs. Anderson; inquires how her teeth are feeling.