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A cousin writes to William Short regarding some mutual financial matters, laments the tardiness of the mail, but indicates he is expecting letters and news from a ship recently arrived in Falmouth from the James River.

A physician friend informs Short of Dr. James Lyons' return to the United States, discusses the medical profession and events in Virginia.

A cousin acknowledges receipt of two letters from William Short and sends news from home, including the death of a female acquaintance.

The secretary to the American legation in London writes to William Short, discussing political conditions, offering advice, and describing his concerns and hopes for America's future.

William Short writes to a French land speculator in the United States about his travel across the Atlantic, his arrival in France, and first impressions and experiences of French life and language.

William Short offers condolences to a friend upon the death of a loved one, approves of his travel plans to help him deal with the grief, and invites him to Europe if he can manage.

William Short writes to his cousin discussing exchange rates in Paris and London and asking for news from Virginia.

A cousin writes to William Short, describing damage to crops in Virginia caused by recent flooding.

William Short writes to the secretary to the American legation in London, discussing personal matters, domestic changes in Thomas Jefferson's household, friendships, and his feelings regarding America.

A cousin sends a letter of introduction to William Short.