Writes to her niece Lucy Flucker Knox (daughter of Henry and Lucy Knox) informing her that she received her letter from Shrewsbury. Mentions being in Boston, and discusses the weather and mutual acquaintances.

Thanks Knox for letting her know that his wife and children arrived in New York safely. Looks forward to hearing of your arrival at Philadelphia - again in the full enjoyment of Domestick [sic] Bliss. Discusses the weather and her recent travel from Dorchester to Boston. Mentions mutual acquaintances and social events, including a lecture she attended. Asks Knox to forward an enclosure (not included) to Mr. Randolph.

S.L. Beaumez writes to her niece, Lucy Flucker Knox, daughter of Henry and Lucy Knox. Asks after the well-being of the family, and pledges her thanks for their friendship and kindness. Discusses her recent travels (specifically, a trip to Baltimore) and the social engagements she attended. Describes interactions with mutual acquaintances. Hopes that Lucy will like Mr. Beaumez, her own new husband, at least for her sake. Briefly mentions news about her own children.

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.

Describes how her son Tom is feeling unwell and discusses his illness. Expresses her wish to see my Dear Brother and Lucy with the little Flock though states that she cannot travel at the moment. Continues with news of family and mutual acquaintances.

Initialed by Flucker. Written to the daughter of Henry and Lucy Knox. Reference's Lucy's letter of 2 April, which was delivered by Catherine Greene's son. Is sad that Henry Knox is ill. Expresses her affection for him. Says she is fatigued and anxious about Madge, whose rheumatism has taken a turn for the worse. Says there did not remain a hope of her surviving each succeeding hour: the Dr. pronounced her disorder past his skill. She suffered for another 12 hours, but upon relieving her Stomach she made a surprising change. Madge is still very ill though. Tell her I hope you have judged enough of my anxiety for my beloved Brothers health to have written by each post.

Says she has been very ill as of late and that her mind was fried from anxiety. Says the weather has been good the past few days and that the roads are probably passable. Wants to get home soon to see her boys. Has heard they are well though. Reports that the boys are happy that the day of exhibition approaches, after which they will have a two week vacation. Believes Henry Jackson will allow Henry Jackson Knox [Henry and Lucy Knox's son] to visit Boston during this time. Is fearful that Henry Jackson Knox will be exposed to the temptations of the Town which may set aside his present habits of regularity. Wants to know Lucy's wishes on the subject. Postscript thanks Lucy Knox (the daughter of Lucy and Henry Knox) for her letters.