Mislaid an article; news of mutual friends.

Inquires about several books. Some citizens, Jack Cades as they are called, asked him to be a candidate for the Senate but he declined.

Recommends an English minister and asks if Ticknor can help send him to Pittsburg; mentions school (Harvard?) affairs.

Gives news of himself and his family. Allston must be humored. Speaks at length on his ideas of human nature.

Responds to Mr. Cogwell's request about Mr. Allston's correspondence. Copies will be sent to Washington.

Asks for information on forming an Athenaeum in Providence; G.W. Greene is seeking a teaching position; personal news; mentions attempts to erect a monument to Roger Williams; Boston is changing.

Sends letters to be forwarded to friends.