Wheelock is glad is mother is gaining strength. She is pleased that the 19th regiment did not join Hooker. She discusses dresses for her sisters, the upcoming visit, and other matters related to Julia's wedding.

Wheelock writes that she has not been out, but had a number of callers. Yesterday, she attended a historical lecture. She describes other social activities.

Letter fragment. Wheelock discusses brides' maids dresses, a possible trip to Jamestown, and an invitation to visit from Clara Beebe Darling.

Four Civil War letters written in Alexandria, Va.

Bates writes regarding putting Henry (his son?) out to "some place." His father thinks it best, but he does not agree. He requests that Adams do nothing about "getting a place."

Curtiss writes from Hartford about the health of friends, the weather, her sore hand, and indelible pencils and obtaining a highly recommended ink. She received "that letter" from her mother, who thinks she should go to Ravenna as soon as the canal opens and keep house. She thinks she should rather stay in this part of the world.

Adams writes from Buffalo to his niece about Sarah's nice words about Julia, family news, reading, and his activities.

Three letters to her brother Joseph Adams.