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William Short writes a friend and discusses his experiences in Europe, his anticipated return to America, and various agricultural topics.

The secretary of the American legation in London writes to William Short regarding the purchase of shoes and shipping of books.  

Upon Fulwar Skipwith's instructions, W. Ogilvy encloses a letter to William Short and promises will forward any other items, such as newspapers, that will come to him from Virginia.

The secretary of the American legation in London writes to William Short regarding the purchase of toothbrushes and shoes, and he discusses Col. David Humphreys's behavior and attitudes.

William Short discusses correspondence and the best means of conveying it. 

William Short encourages his cousin to continue his education, preferably in Rome or Geneva, as he believes that these places are superior to England. 

William Short writes to his brother-in-law about Short family matters and his own business and financial concerns.

William Short writes to the secretary of the American legation in London, discussing friendship, love, and life in Paris, as well as recent events in Massachusetts and New Hampshire.