Declares that it is essential that he conclude an agreement with the Committee on the Legislature regarding townships in the Waldo patent lands. Discusses potential prices for the purchase of the lands in Maine, as well as ways to negotiate the purchases.

Outlines in detail their interest in purchasing lands in portions of Massachusetts which are now part of present-day Maine. Advises Jackson on how to acquire the lands they desire, and how much to pay for them.

Encloses a conveyance of the purchase on eastern land Jackson and Flint made for him and Duer (not included). Asks him to sign and return it as soon as possible. Will have a legal instrument drawn up tomorrow for the 100,000 acres Jackson is to have. Hopes it will amount to that. References Jackson's letter of 24 July and says he will attend to issues with his creditors. Wants the bank shares sent immediately. Tells him I pray you to make the conditional agreement with the committee ... It is of the highest importance to me and therefore I pray you to push the business with all your might.

Discusses the purchase of townships in Maine related to the Waldo patent lands. Authorizes Jackson to purchase them according to terms he proposed. Inquires after land owned by a Colonel Jones. Advises him on other business transactions, and discusses a possible trip by Jackson to Philadelphia.