Writes to make sure Vose is keeping up with the efforts to apprehend Samuel Ely and the other insurgents threatening to destroy land and property belonging to Knox in Maine. Reports that the Massachusetts government has taken steps to protect Knox's property. Provides information on Ely's background and plans. Hopes not to have to come to Maine until April.

Reports that the situation with [Samuel] Ely seems to be cooling; he is out of town and many citizens do not seem as sympathetic to him. Discusses his ability to live safely amongst the townspeople. Significant water or fire damage to the document.