Reports that Henry Jackson Knox has returned in perfect health. He was satisfied with his trip to Boston. As Lucy is anxious about his hearing, she reports that I think it is far better than I have known it. Says his hair is long and thick, but she has prevailed upon him to have it cut. Reports that his bed is finished, but that she could not procure any bedding and she wrote to Henry Jackson for help. Says her boys have not yet returned to school since the holidays because of sore throats. Was particularly concerned because of the recent bad weather. Took tea with General Benjamin Lincoln last evening. Claims she is not good at keeping up the politeness necessary to meet new people. Says she is far less happy without Lucy around, but that she is far from unhappy. Talks of her acquaintances. Heard that Bingham and Jackson speak of coming to Hingham. Says their deals for Eastern Lands has caused much anxiety. Goes on to speak of politics in florid language.

Writes that she is doing much better, since she was suffering from an illness. Her son was ill as well. Mentions that Henry, presumably Henry Jackson Knox, spent some time with her and is now out with his cousins, though he will be back in time for tea. Gives her love to Lucy and all her family.

Discusses her family and how she is happy her sons have recovered from their illness. Also mentions sending something from Worcester to Boston. Date previously inferred, written in pencil.

Informs her sister-in-law Lucy Knox that she has arrived and is currently settling down with her children. Goes on to discusses the educational opportunities for the children.

Lucy Knox's sister, Mrs. Beaumez, writes Knox of her concerns for her sons. She is happy for Thomas Flucker's good behavior, but worried about Francis. She is considering sending them to England and expresses her wish that peace come to France and America. Talks of her husband's business affairs in India and doesn't think they should leave until he has more money.

Explains her long silence is the result of the indisposition of her children. Describes an accident where Thomas [Flucker?] (possibly her son or husband) fell into boiling water. Mentions the doctor says he is out of danger but she is still anxious. Speaks of finances and asks Lucy's opinion on a particular gentleman. Sends her best regards to Henry Knox and the rest of the family.

Apologizes profusely to Knox for not writing often enough. Discusses her family and Knox's daughter, Lucy Knox. Also informs him about various other acquaintances. Dated only 16 August, no year. Year range inferred from the life spans of Henry Knox and his daughter Lucy.