Diary of John Quincy Adams Volume 1, November 1779 – March 1786 Front Matter Title Page Copyright Page Sponsors of Print Edition Advisory Board Contents Descriptive List of Illustrations Introduction Acknowledgments Guide to Editorial Apparatus Documents 1779 November 1779 1 November 177930 November 1779Titlepage and Cover 12 November 1779Revised Titlepage 12 November 17791779 November Friday 12th.This Morning at about 11 o clock I took leave of my Mamma, my Sister, and Brother Tommy, and went to Boston with Mr. Thaxter, in ord... 13 November 1779Saturday 13th.To day at about 1 o clock Pappa, and my Brother Charles, came to town, and at about 5 o clock we all came on board and took our lodgings. My ... 14 November 1779Sunday 14th.This morning a great number of Gentlemen came on board, and amongst others Col Johonnot, with a son, of his who is a going to France with us.... 15 November 1779Mond 15th.This morning a brig and a schooner went out I suppose after wood to the eastward. About 8 o clock the Gentlemen went to breakfast. Sammy Charl... 18 November 1779Tuesday 16th. Thursday 18th.Yesterday and day before there was nothing remarkable only that all day yesterday there was a calm but last night it freshen'd and now we have... 19 November 1779Friday 19th.12 o clock. The Gale continues. Nothing else remarkable. 6 o clock. The wind has abated a great deal. There is now only a fresh breeze of wind... 20 November 1779Saturday 20th.This morning about 6 o clock spy'd a sail about 2 miles off. We sent the courier de L'europe to speak with her. She put about and run. About n... 21 November 1779Sunday 21st.Nothing remarkable to day except calm all day. 6 o clock. It begins to freshen. We go about 3 knots an hour. ... 22 November 1779Monday 22d.A fresh breeze all day from the SSE. The Captain says we are about fifty Leagues from the Grand Bank. ... 23 November 1779Tuesday 23d.The weather is very much like that of the Bank. The Courier has taken two fish. At twelve o clock we shall Sound. 4 o clock. We have not sound... 24 November 1779Wednesday 24th.This morning the Courier lost herself in the fog but at about ten o clock we found her again. I will now give a list of the names of the offic... 25 November 1779Thursday 25th.This morning about nine o clock the courier lost her foretopmast. About twelve o clock she got it up. 6 o clock. We lay to for her she being a... 26 November 1779Friday 26th.This Morning a very fresh breeze from the N.W. 7 o clock. We now go 12 knots an hour; every face is fill'd with contentment. ... 27 November 1779Saturday 27th.I could not write any more yesterday because a Gale of wind came on which hinder'd me but to day it has abated a great deal. Nothing very rema... 28 November 1779Sunday 28th.6 o clock. Calm and cloudy. 9 o clock. It begins to freshen. 6 o clock P.M. A very fresh breeze. I beleive that we shall have no other sail bu... 29 November 1779Mon 29th.The ship is very leaky. The passengers are all called to the Pump four times per day. 8 o clock AM, 12 o clock, 4 o clock PM, and 8 o clock PM... 30 November 1779Tues 30th.To day a middling breeze from the S.E or SSE. At 12 o clock to day being at the Pump there being very little water the beam struck my head and... December 1779 1 December 17791779 December Wed 1st.We housed all the Guns to day because she rolled a great deal. A fresh breeze from the S.S.E. Nothing remarkable to day. ... 2 December 1779Thur 2d.A fresh breeze from the South. Continual Squalls thunder and lightning. 6 o clock PM. The weather has cleared up. ... 3 December 1779Friday 3d.Pleasant weather. A fresh breeze from the S.W. The Captain intends to go to Spain to search the ship and see if he can find the leak. At twelv... 4 December 1779Satur 4th.A middling breeze from the SW. This afternoon about four o clock a land Bird came a hovering over the frigate; she being so tired we Caught he... 5 December 1779Sun. 5th.A middling breeze from the S.W. We replaced our guns. We took in the Main, and forsails in order to get the Anchors ready. The Captain expects... 6 December 1779Mon 6th.This morning my brother Charles look'd out of Pappa's window and said he saw a flock of Wild fowl. A fine breeze from the South. About twelve ... 7 December 1779Tuesday 7th.Last night about nine o clock we saw a number of fish. We could not tell what they were; some say they are Dolphins some that they are Porpois... 8 December 1779Wednes 8th.This morning about half after four o clock we saw a sail. At about seven o clock we could see her very plain. She hoisted spanish coulours and... 9 December 1779Thursday 9th.This morning My Pappa, Mr. Dana, Mr. Allen, Mr. Thaxter, Sammy Cooper, my brother Charles, and myself came on shore and we all but pappa went ... Titlepage Titlepage 10 December 1779Friday 10th.This forenoon I took a walk about the town but saw nothing worth remarking. At about half after twelve o clock Pappa and Mr. Dana went on boar... 11 December 1779Saturday 11th.This forenoon a Captain of one of the french men of War came and very politely invited me on board to dine with him. Mr. Thaxter my br... 12 December 1779Sunday 12th.This morning I went to the French Consuls to ask him if he went to day. He said that it blew so smart and right against us that it was impossi... 13 December 1779Monday Evening 13th.Very rainy all this day. It is impossible to go to Coronna to day. 10 o clock. I have been to the play with Mr. Dana, Mr. Allen, Mr. Thaxter, ... 14 December 1779Tuesday 14th.The French consul was here last night (he is to go to Coronna with us). He told us that he would send a man this morning to tell us if it was ... 15 December 1779Wednesday 15th.This morning at 5 o clock the Consul's servant came and wak'd us up. We dress'd and drank a cup of Chocolat. After breakfast the Consul came a... Section Title 16 December 1779Thursday the 16th of December.This morning I took a walk about the town to see and found that it was a much more pleasant town than Ferrol. The Chamber which I lodge in com... 17 December 1779Friday 17th.This morning I went to see the tour de fer (as the French call it and the spaniards Tour d'hercule). It is 100 foot in height and perhaps 2000... 18 December 1779Saturday 18th.This morning I went to the French Consul's and from there to the Governor's of this place. We saw Mr. Logonare at the Consuls. We gave him a ... 19 December 1779Sunday 19th.This forenoon we all went to the Consuls where we dined. There were 16 Gentlemen 51 dishes, and 20 different sorts of Wines. As we came home b... 20 December 1779Monday 20th.Very rainy all this forenoon. This morning Pappa, Mr. Dana, Mr. Allen and Mr. Thaxter went to Court to see and hear the mode of pleading in th... 21 December 1779Tuesday 21st.This forenoon Sammy Cooper Charles and I went to the Consul's in order to go a Gunning. The Consul told us it was too late to go this forenoon... 22 December 1779Wednesday 22d Of December.Rain'd all day with intermissions. At about 3 o clock PM we went a Gunning with Flamand. We got but little because Flamand the Consul's servan... 23 December 1779Thursday 23d Of December.A good day. At about 11 o clock we saw a Sail and at one o clock we saw a nother one of which prov'd to be a Dutchman which came in to this po... 24 December 1779Friday 24th.This morning a Spanish 80 Gun Ship went out of this harbour. At about 10 o clock the Consul came to our lodgings and brought us the French pap... 25 December 1779Saturday 25th.This is a great day with the Roman Catholics. “Fete de Nouailles” Christmas. However I find they dont mind it much. They dress up and ... 26 December 1779Sunday 26th.This Morning Mr. Lagoanere came to our lodgings and told us that we should go at one o clock and that he would accompany us as far as the firs... Section Title 26 December 1779Sunday 26th.Their were three Carriages all drawn by Mules, two at each carriage and each carriage carries two persons except one which carries three. The ... 27 December 1779Monday 27th.This morning at six o clock our ears were assaulted by “Tis time to get up.” If the Guide had not have kept his time the bells of the Church o... 28 December 1779Tuesday 28th of December.This morning we got up at 6 and were stirring at 8. Mr. Dana, Mr. Allen, and Mr. Thaxter rode on Muleback. Pappa, Charles, and I rode a little... 29 December 1779Wednesday 29th of December.This morning at about 8 o clock we set away from Baamonde and travell'd on. At twelve o clock we arrived at a Place call'd Ravadan Rabade. We ... 30 December 1779Thursday 30th.This morning we all got up at 3 o clock but did not set out till 7. We went over several mountains. At about two o clock we stopt and dined at... 31 December 1779Friday 31st.We had nothing worth remarking to day except we kept ascending all day and we are now at the very top of the mountains. The guide says that th... 1 January 177931 December 1779Back CoverMamma | |Letters to America Sister |Mamma | Brother |Sister | | Mr. Thaxter | | | | | | | | | | | |Tommy | Uncle Smith |Harry Warren | Pappa | | | | |... 1780 January 1780 1 January 17801780 January 1st Saturday.This morning Mr. Thaxter wak'd me up by sounding in my ears, I wish you a happy new year and about half an hour before sun rise we sot... 2 January 17802d Sunday.This morning at seven o clock we got up and at 9 o clock set away. We went through several villages and dined at Ponfarada Ponferrada. After d... 3 January 1780January 3d 1780 Monday.This morning we got up at 5 o clock and at 6 we set away from Benbibere. We dined in a little hut amongst the mules and at about 6 o clock we ... 4 January 17804th Tuesday.This morning our Guide told us that the Chaises had several things to be mended and that we could not go to day. At about 12 o clock I with Mr... 5 January 17805th Wednesday.This morning at about sun rise we set of f from Astorga with very fine weather and roads. We dined at a little village the name of which I do ... 6 January 1780Thursday 6th.This morning we asked a man how many convents there were in Leon. He wrote what follows. de Freiles De St. Francisco2 De St. Domingo1 De St. C... 7 January 1780Friday 7th.This morning we set away from Manzilla with good weather and roads but very cold. We stopt and dined at a little village the name of which I d... 8 January 1780Saturday 8th.Fine weather. We came through several villages. We have come seven leagues to day. At about 6 o clock we arrived at a little village called Pa... 9 January 1780Sunday 9th.Cloudy weather. We din'd at Palentia Palencia which is a city as Large as Corunna. At about 7 oclock P.M. we arrived at Torre quemada Torquema... 10 January 1780Monday 10th.This morning at 7 o clock we set away from Torre quemada. Just after we set away we went over a Bridge with 25 Arches to it and at about ten o... 11 January 1780Tuesday 11th.This morning at 7 ½ we set away from Sellada el Cameno. At about 10 o clock it began to snow and snow'd about a Quarter of an Hour. At about 1... 12 January 1780Wednesday 12th.Good weather. Set away from Burgos and pursued our journey. Dined at a little village and at about 6 o clock arrived at a village called Bibri... 13 January 1780Thursday 13th.Rose at about day break and set away ½ an hour before sun rise. Passed through several villages and dined at Pan Courbo. Before dinner we went... 14 January 1780Friday 14.This morning we set away at about sun rise. We came two leagues and then went a league up hill and then another League down hill. This was a r... 15 January 1780Saturday 15th.This morning we rose at about day break and at about a half an hour before Sun rise we set off from Luyando. At about 8 o clock it began to ra... 16 January 1780Sunday 16th.Went to look about the Town. Saw nothing worth remarking. The two Mr. Gardoqui's Capt. Bapson and Captain Lovett Spent the Evening here. ... 17 January 1780Monday 17th.All the Gentlemen dined at Mr. Gardoqui's but I being unwell did not go. Settled with Raymon and our Guide and all the boys. ... 18 January 1780Tuesday 18th.Felt better to day. We all dined at home to day. We expect to set out for Bayonne on Thursday. Nothing remarkable to day. ... 19 January 1780Wednesday 19th.To day all the Gentlemen went down the river except Mr. Dana and myself. At about 6 o clock they came back. Mr. Gardoqui's stay'd here about a... 20 January 1780Thursday 20th.Sot out about 3 o clock P M. Nothing remarkable. ... 23 January 1780Sunday 23d.Nothing remarkable for these 3 days. At about 5 o clock P M arrived at Bayonne. Nothing more remarkable to day. ... 25 January 1780Tuesday 25th.Set away at about 9 o clock. At about half after 9 began to Snow. Snow'd 2 hours. Went 45 miles to day. ... 29 January 1780Saturday 29th.Nothing remarkable Since we left Bayonne. At about 5 arrived at Bordeaux. Mr. Vernon and Mr. Bonfeild came to see us. ... 30 January 1780Sunday 30th.We all dined at Mr. Bonfeild's. After dinner went to the play. Had Amphitrion and Cartouche. ... 31 January 1780Monday 31st.Went about to see the town. Saw the Shipping which made a Grand appearance. The Gentlemen dined out but us younkers dined at home. After dinner we wen... 25 July 178030 September 1780Titlepagea e A. b, c, d, e, f, g, h, i, j, k, l, m, n, o, p, q, r, s, t, u, u h, z o mb w, e, a, f k, v i, v, w, x, y, z j JournalL Jaulvob.D. Siumcez... July 1780 25 July 1780Tuesday 25th of July.At about eleven o clock took leave of all my Schoolmates, and went to Paris, with an intention to set out for Holland on thursday, next. ... 26 July 1780Wednesday 26th.Prepared everything for the journey. In the afternoon pappa went to Dr. Franklin's for a Passport. ... 27 July 1780Thursday 27th.Stevens went to the lewtenants of the Police for a passport to go out of the kingdom. He could not get it till 10 o clock. At twelve o clock w... 28 July 1780Friday 28th of July 1780.This morning we got up at about 5 o clock. We breakfasted upon tea and the Horses being come at about 6 o clock we sot away from Compiegne. We... 29 July 1780Saturday 29th 1780.This Morning we got up at about 7 o clock and at about half after seven we set away from VALENCIENNES. We were stopped a going out of the city... 30 July 1780Sunday 30th.This Morning Pappa went out and at about half after one came home with Mr. Jennings who dined here. After dinner we went to the parc. We walke... 31 July 1780Monday 31st of July 1780This morning Pappa went to Mr. Jennings's lodgings but he was not at home. At about half after eleven o clock Mr. Lee came here and stay'd til... August 1780 1 August 1780Tuesday 1st of August 1780This morning at about half after ten Mr. Jennings came here and at about half after eleven Pappa Mr. Jennings and Brother Charles went to take... 2 August 1780Wednesday 2d of August 1780This Morning my Brother Charles went to find Mr. Bordly but he was not at home. Charles and I went to find him at his Uncles but met him on th... 3 August 1780Thursday 3d.This morning Mr. Jennings came and at about nine o clock he took leave of us and we set out from Bruxelles. After we had got out of the town w... 4 August 1780Friday 4th of August.This morning we set away at about 5 o clock. We went about two leagues on the pavements and then had for 9 leagues nothing but sand. We were s... 5 August 1780Saturday 5th of August 1780This morning Pappa brother Charles and myself went to see a Gentleman for whom Pappa had Letters: he invited us to dine with him. After that w... 6 August 1780Sunday 6th 1780At about 8 o clock got up and at about half after nine Pappa brother Charles and myself went to a Protestant Church . We heard a very good ... 7 August 1780Monday 7th of August 1780This morning we got up at about 7 o clock and at about half after eight we set away from our Hotel. We went down to the boat and went ... 8 August 1780Tuesday 8th of August 1780This morning Mr. Dumas came and we went with him about the town. The description is in the same book and I will take it down also. We went to ... 9 August 1780Wednesday 9th of August 1780This morning Mr. Dumas came and went with Pappa to the French Ambassadors lodgings. After they came back at about eleven o clock we dined and ... 10 August 1780Thursday 10th of August 1780This morning we got up breakfasted and went down to Go away in the Nine o clock boat. When we got to the wharf we met Mr. Appleton and an Engl... 11 August 1780Friday the 11th of August 1780This morning we got up and breakfasted. After breakfast Pappa went to the premiere bible to see those American Gentlemen. While he was gone a ... 12 August 1780Saturday 12th 1780.This morning a Gentleman whose name is du Bois came here to see Pappa. He stay'd some time and then went away. Pappa went out to dinner but Br... 13 August 1780Sunday 13th 1780.This morning Mr. Deneufville came and My Pappa, Commodore Gillon, Mr. Holdenpyl, Captn. Joyner Mr. Appleton Brother Charles and myself went to... 14 August 1780Monday 14th of August 1780.This morning Pappa went out and at about 10 o clock came back. At about 1 o clock Commodore Gillon came and we went with him to dine at a ... 15 August 1780Tuesday 15th of August 1780.This morning at about 9 o clock Commodore Gillon came here with two other Gentlemen. At about ten o clock Pappa went out with Commodore Gillon... 16 August 1780Wednesday 16th of August 1780.This morning Pappa went out and came back again at about eleven o clock. At about two o clock Commodore Gillon came to our lodgings and went o... 17 August 1780Thursday 17th of August 1780.This morning Pappa went out with Mr. Deneufvilles son and stay'd some time. At about one o clock Pappa got back. At about 2 o clock Pa... 18 August 1780Friday 18th of August 1780.This morning Mr. Deneufville's son came here with his father's carriage and at about ten o clock Pappa, Mr. Deneufville son, brother Charles, ... 19 August 1780Saturday 19th of August 1780.This morning Pappa, brother Charles, and myself went to a booksellers shop where we bought a dictionary, a Grammar, and the History of Gilblas... 20 August 1780Sunday 20th of August 1780.This morning Commodore Gillon came here at about nine o clock and We all went to a gentleman's house who lives in the Country. We walk'd out o... 21 August 1780Monday 21st of August 1780.This morning Commodore Gillon came here and went out with Pappa to take a Walk and did not come back till about half after eleven o clock: at ... 22 August 1780Tuesday 22d of August 1780.This morning Pappa went out to take a walk and did not come back till about three quarters after eleven. At about half after twelve Mr. Guile ... 23 August 1780Wednesday 23d of August 1780.Pappa went out in the morning and came home and dined at home. Our Master comes every morning at six and every noon. Nothing very remarkable t... 24 August 1780Thursday 24th of August 1780.This day at about half after twelve PM. Commodore Gillon came here and went into the country with Pappa, but Brother Charles and I did not go.... 25 August 1780Friday 25th of August 1780.This morning at about half after ten o clock Mr. Leroi came to our lodgings and then went with Pappa brother Charles and myself to see the med... 26 August 1780Saturday the 26th of August 1780.This morning at about eight o clock Mr. Le Roi came here and went with Pappa, brother Charles and myself to buy some books. We went through th... 27 August 1780Sunday August 27th 1780.This morning at about half after seven o clock Mr. Le Roi came to our lodgings and at about eight o clock he went with My Pappa, brother Charl... 28 August 1780Monday August 28th 1780.This morning Pappa went out to take a walk and did not get back till about half after one o clock. At about two o clock Pappa went out to dine... 29 August 1780Tuesday August 29th 1780.This morning Mr. Le Roi came here and also Mr. Guild. Mr. Guild dined here and drank tea here. At about tea time Mr. LeRoi came here. He has r... 30 August 1780Wednesday 30th of August 1780.This morning Pappa went out and came back again with Mr. Le Roi. Pappa dined out. Charles and I dined at Mr. Le Roi's. After dinner Mr. Le Roi... 31 August 1780Thursday 31st of August 1780.This morning we got up and I asked the names of all the scholars who board here. They are as follows. Roghe, Toelaer, Vander Burgs, Hulft, Sli... September 1780 1 September 1780Friday September the 1st 1780.To day Pappa came here and brought me a letter from Mr. Thaxter. Pappa Says that the news of the English East and west India fleet is confirme... 2 September 1780Saturday September the 2d 1780.Half holiday. After School went to Pappa's house. We dined there. After dinner we went to buy the spectators. At about six o clock Mr. ... 3 September 1780Sunday September the 3d 1780.This morning young Mr. Brants came and stay'd here. At about nine o clock Mr. Deneufville came here, and a little after that Mr. Guile Mr. ... 4 September 1780Monday September 4th 1780.This morning got up at about 7 o clock dressed and breakfasted. After breakfast Pappa wrote a line to the rector desireing him to let ... 5 September 1780Tuesday September the 5th 1780.As I have nothing else to write for to day I will translate from the Guide D'Amsterdam something about the Medical Garden. This is all which is said i... 6 September 1780Wednesday 6th of September 1780.Half Holiday. At about ten o clock Mr. Le Roi came here and invited us to go and dine with him. We told him we would. At about half after twel... 7 September 1780Thursday 7th of September 1780.Holiday for the first Class, but not for the rest of the School. Reading a Volume of the Spectator I found this. Nothing very remarkable to day. ... 8 September 1780Friday 8th of September 1780.Nothing very remarkable to day. Reading another Volume of the Spectator I found this which I shall take down. ... 9 September 1780Saturday 9th of September 1780.Half Holiday. At about twelve o clock Stevens came here for us, as we were going we met our Dutch Master who was coming to give us a Lesson. W... End Cipherhzo er fryjei of vaf jhfirnofj hzo vijzear er frjjei of vaf jhfirnofj rokof ha pero ih zado. a b, c, d, e, f, g, h, i, j, k, l, m, n, o, p, q, r, s, t... 10 September 1780Sunday 10th of September 1780.This morning we got up at about 8 o clock and at about half after 9 Mr. Crommelin, and his son, Pappa, brother Charles, and Myself went to tak... 11 September 1780Monday September the 11th 1780Half Holiday for the school. This morning at about 9 o clock we left Pappa and went to school. We stay'd there till about half after ... 12 September 1780Tuesday the 12th of September 1780.Received a Letter from Mr. Thaxter. Nothing remarkable this day. Reading a Volume of the Spectator I found something which I will copy. ... 13 September 1780Wednesday the 13th of September 1780.Half Holiday. To day at about twelve o clock we went to Pappa's lodgings and went from thence with him to Mr. Le Roi's where we dined. After d... 14 September 1780Thursday the 14th of September 1780.Rain'd in the afternoon but clear'd up at night. Reading a Volume of the Spectator I found a dream of his which I will copy. ... 15 September 1780Friday the 15th of September 1780.Nothing Remarkable to day. Reading a Volume of the Tatler I found something which I will copy. ... 16 September 1780Saturday the 15th 16th of September 1780.Half Holiday. Today about 1 o clock brother Charles and I came to Pappa's lodgings where we dined. After dinner Mr. Guild and Mr. Ingraham cam... 17 September 1780Sunday the 17th.This morning My brother Charles and myself went to the first bible to see Mr. Dana and Mr. Austin. We stay'd there a little while and then cam... 18 September 1780Monday the 18th.Went back to the school. Nothing remarkable to day. Reading in a Volume of the guardian I found something in it which I will copy. ... 19 September 1780Tuesday the 19th.I received a letter from one of my schoolmates at Paris. Rain'd hard most all day. Reading in a Volume of the guardian I found something which I will ... 20 September 1780Wednesday the 20th.This day I went to Pappa's to day. Got back to the school at eight oclock P.M. Nothing remarkable. Reading a Volume of the Tatler I found some... 21 September 1780Thursday the 21st.Holiday for the school. At about half after twelve brother Charles and myself went to Pappa's lodgings where we dined. After dinner we went to... 22 September 1780Friday the 22d.Vacancies for three weeks begins this day. To day I went with all the scholars to see the promotion and the proemiums given. It was in the old... 23 September 1780Saturday 23d.Went to Pappa's house, stay'd there till about half after eight O clock and then we went back to the school. ... 24 September 1780Sunday 24th.This morning I went to Pappa's to go to meeting with him. We Went first to Mr. Dana's but he could not go with us and we went and heard a Serm... 25 September 1780Monday the 25th.Dined at Pappa's with several American Gentlemen. Supp'd at Mr. Le Roi's. Got back to School at about ten o clock. ... 26 September 1780Tuesday the 26th.Dined and supp'd at Mr. Le Roi's. Went to see the fair. Got back to School at about ten oclock. ... 27 September 1780Wednesday the 27th.Dined at Pappa's house. Went to see the fair. Got back to School at about 9 o clock. ... 28 September 1780Thursday the 28th.Dined at Pappa's house. Got back to school at about half after eight o clock. ... 29 September 1780Friday the 29th.Rain'd hard all day. Dined at Mr. Le Roi's with Pappa, Commodore Gillon Captain Joyner, Mr. Coltyzer, Mr. Dana, And My brother Charles. After ... 30 September 1780Saturday the 30th.Dined at Pappa's. Got back to school at about half after eight o clock. Nothing Remarkable to day. End of My Journal. ... 1781 1 June – 30 JanuaryJune 1781 9 June 1781Saturday June the 9th 1781.Got up in the morning at about 6 o'clock, and set myself to work; breakfasted at half past seven on tea. At about 1 o'clock Pappa came from th... 10 June 1781Sunday June the 10th 1781.This morning I got up at about 7 1/2 o'clock breakfasted and at about 9 o'clock Pappa, brother Charles and myself went to the English presbyte... 11 June 1781Monday June the 11th 1781.This morning I got up at about 8 o'clock breakfasted, and went to see Mr. Deneufville; we staid there about a half an hour and then went ... 12 June 1781Tuesday June the 12th 1781.This morning after breakfast I went to Mr. Sigourny's to see about some quill's. He gave me a paper of the place where he buys his; after that... 13 June 1781Wednesday June the 13th 1781.This morning Mr. Cerisier came here and said that he had read in the Brussels Gazette, that there had been a second action between Lord ... 14 June 1781Thursday June the 14th 1781.This morning Mr. Jennings and Mr. Greves came here with An English Gazette; in which there is the detail of the action between Cornwallis and ... 15 June 1781Friday June the 15th 1781.This morning Mr. Dana, Mr. Thaxter, brother Charles and myself went to Kaa's, to see Mr. Jennings and Mr. Bordly. We found Mr. Searle ... 16 June 1781Saturday June the 16th 1781.This day Mr. Brice, Commodore Gillon, Colo. Searle, Major Jackson, Captn. Coltyzer and Mr. Jennings din'd here; Major Jackson has read in ... 17 June 1781Sunday June the 17th 1781.This morning Pappa, Mr. Dana, brother Charles and I, went to the English presbyterian Church, to hear a Sermon, the text was. “And the times o... 18 June 1781Monday June 18th 1781.This morning I went to a bookseller's to get the Politique Hollandois; Mr. Cerisier din'd here; after dinner I went to Mr. Sigourney's and dra... 19 June 1781Tuesday June the 19th 1781.This day we all din'd at Mr. Deneufville's with Mr. Cerisier Colo. Searle Mr. Brice Mr. Van Hasseldt, Mr. Le Comte, Commodore Gillon, and Mr. ... 20 June 1781Wednesday June the 20th 1781.This morning I went to Mr. Sigourney's to carry the English news Papers to him, din'd at home. After dinner I went with Mr. Dana to take a wal... 21 June 1781Thursday June the 21st 1781.This day I din'd at Madam Chabanel's, with Mr. Jennings, Captn. Coltyzer Mr. and Madam Hartsinck Mr. Searle Mr. Dana, Mr. Thaxter, Mr. Nickson... 22 June 1781Friday June the 22d 1781.This morning I went to Mr. De la Lande and Fynje's; din'd at home. Mr. Guild din'd Here. After dinner I went to Madam Chabanel's with the co... 23 June 1781Saturday June the 23d 1781.This morning I went with Mr. Dana to the old Man House to buy a few things. We hear that a courier is arriv'd at the Hague from Madrid who was... 24 June 1781Sunday June the 24th 1781.Nothing remarkable in the forenoon, Mr. Thaxter din'd at Mr. Sigourney's; I din'd at home, after dinner I went to take a walk with Mr. Dana; w... 25 June 1781Monday June the 25th 1781.This morning I went to Mr. Crajenschot's to get the 20th No. of the Politique Hollandois which comes out every week, there is something in the... 26 June 1781Tuesday June the 26th 1781.Nothing remarkable in the forenoon; after dinner I went with Doctor Brown to the New French Coffy House where we found Mr. Greaves and Mr. Bru... 27 June 1781Wednesday June the 27th 1781.This morning I went to take a walk with Mr. Bordly met in the street two of my old schoolmates; went to Madam Chabanel's. We did not Stay ther... 28 June 1781Thursday June the 28th 1781.This morning brother Charles and I, went to buy a trunk, when we had got it here we began to pack up our books, which we did before dinner. Af... 29 June 1781Friday June the 29th 1781.This morning brother Charles and I packed up our trunks, and I went to take leave of our riding master; in the afternoon Pappa came here but s... 30 June 1781Saturday June the 30th 1781.This morning Mr. Cook came here and breakfasted with us and at half past six we went to the boat to go to Amsterdam; we had nothing very remar... July 1781 1 July 1781Sunday July the 1st 1781.This morning Pappa and brother Charles and I went to church; din'd at home, Mr. Cook, Mr. Jennings, and another Gentleman din'd with us; broth... 2 July 1781Monday July the 2d 1781.This morning Major Jackson came here; I went to Mr. Crajenschot's for the Politique Hollandois. At about ten o'clock Pappa set out upon a jour... 3 July 1781Tuesday July the 3d 1781.Din'd at home, after dinner Mr. Searle and Major Jackson came here. At about nine o'clock a thunder Storm came up, and lasted till about eleve... 4 July 1781Wednesday July the 4th 1781.This day being the Anniversary of American Independance, all the Americans din'd together, at a place call'd De Nieuwe Stads Herberg, but brot... 5 July 1781Thursday July the 5th 1781.This morning I went to see when the boats go for Utrecht. Mr. Dana and Mr. Thaxter din'd at Mr. Sigourney's; I din'd at home. After dinner wen... 6 July 1781Friday July the 6th 1781.This morning Dr. Waterhouse came here and told us that Colo. Trumbul had arriv'd in Town. I went to the first Bible to see Mr. Bordly, I found... 7 July 1781Saturday July the 7th 1781.This morning we pack'd up everything; to go a Journey; At about 11 o'clock Mr. Trumble and Dr. Waterhouse came here; I went with Dr. Waterhous... 8 July 1781Sunday July the 8th 1781.This morning Mr. Dana and Mr. Deneufville ... 9 July 1781Monday July the 9th 1781.This morning Mr Deneufville and Mr. Dana went to look for a carriage, I did not go out in the forenoon; din'd at the Inn; after dinner I went ... 10 July 1781Tuesday July the 10th 1781.This morning at about half past nine o'clock Mr. Dana, his servant and I set away from Utrecht, and arriv'd at Nijmegen at about 8 o'clock P.M... 11 July 1781Wednesday July the 11th 1781.This morning at about six o'clock we set off from Nimegen and arriv'd at about 8 P.M at Hochstrass the distance is about 70 Engh. Miles; We pa... 12 July 1781Thursday July the 12th 1781.Dusseldorp a small town strongly fortified on the land side, but open on the river Rhine which we were obliged to cross, (on one of the same m... 13 July 1781Friday July the 13th 1781.This morning Mr. Dana and I went to see a gentleman for whom Mr. Dana had letters. He went to take a walk with us about the City which is larg... 14 July 1781Saturday July the 14th 1781.This morning at 6 o'clock we set off from Cologne for Coblentz where we arrived at about 6 o'clock P.M. As we could not get horses to go any f... 15 July 1781Sunday July the 15th 1781.This morning at about four o'clock we set off from Coblentz for Francfort, Where we arriv'd at 8 ½ o'clock, the distance is 84 English Miles; ... 16 July 1781Monday July the 16th 1781.This morning we enquired something about this city: It is situated upon the river Meyn and is call'd Francfort upon the Meyn to distinguish i... 17 July 1781Tuesday July 17th 1781.Stay'd at Francfort all day, nothing remarkable happen'd. ... 18 July 1781Tuesday Wednesday 17 18th 1781.This afternoon at about 4 o'clock we set off from Francfort upon the Meyn for Hannau where we arrived at about 7 o'clock. It is about 12 Engli... 19 July 1781Wednesday Thursday 18 19th 1781.This morning we set away from Hannau at 4 o'clock A.M. and arriv'd at Hunfeld (which is distant 75 Miles,) at about 8 o'clock P.M. The roads t... 20 July 1781Thursday Friday 19 20th 1781.This morning we set off from Hunfeld at about 5 o'clock for Gotha where we arriv'd at about 9 o'clock P.M. It is about 66 Miles. The 2 first P... 21 July 1781Friday Saturday 20th 21st 1781.This morning at five o'clock we set off from Gotha and arriv'd at Naumburg (distant 60 Miles) at about 6 o'clock. Pretty good roads the ground... 22 July 1781Sunday July 22d 1781.This morning at 4 o'clock we set off from Naumburg for Leipsic where we arriv'd at about 11 o'clock A.M. The distance is about 36 Miles. The f... 23 July 178125 July 1781Wednesday July the 25th 1781.On Monday at about 1 o'clock P.M. we set away from Leipsig for Berlin, Where we arriv'd this day at about 11 o'clock A.M. The distance is 120 ... 26 July 1781Thursday July 26th 1781.Nothing remarkable this day. ... 27 July 1781Friday July 27th 1781.This morning we went to see the kings arsenal, ... August 1781 17 August 1781Friday August 17th 1781.Niemersat we enter'd Poland and were searched there, and about a Mile farther we enter'd into Courland which is a Polish Province .... 20 August 1781Monday August 20th. 1781.This day at about 2 o'clock P.M we left Riga, and arriv'd at a village call'd Neuermuhlen at about half past 4, here we are obliged to stop be... 24 August 1781Friday August 24th. 1781.This day at about 3 o'clock P.M. we arriv'd at Narva after having rode night and day from Neuermuhlen Which we left the 21st at about 3 o'cloc... 27 August 1781Monday August 27th. 1781.This day at about 10 o'clock A.M. we arriv'd at St. Petersburg having left Narva yesterday morning at about 9 ½ o'clock. The roads in ... 1782 27 January 178223 November 1782Titlepage January 1782 27 January 1782N.(1782)S. January 27thBegan to read Hume's history of England. ... 29 January 178229thDined at Mr. Rimbert's; changed Lodgings. ... 30 January 178230th. Wednesday.Went to the Shops, bought this book, with some other matters. Began to translate Cicero's first Catilinary. Finish'd Hume's first volume of th... 31 January 178231st. Thursday.Began Hume's second volume of the History of England. Went to the shops and bought some things. ... February 1782 1 February 1782N.(1782)S. February 1st.Stay'd at home all day. ... 2 February 17822d Saturday.Went to the shops, and bought some things A.M. P.M Mr. D. and Mr. Artaud went to the German play, I stay'd at home. ... 3 February 17823d. Sunday.Thermometer in the morning at 15 degrees cold. Fine weather. I went to take a walk with Mr. Peyron the Swedish Consul, and Mr. Montréa... 4 February 17824th. Monday.Very unwell all day, but went notwithstanding that to the English Library and took out the 3d. and 4th. Volume's of Humes history, and begun t... 5 February 17825th. Tuesday.Went with Mr. Artaud to the shops and bought some things. Fine weather. The Thermometer at night was. 15 degrees below.0. which is the degree ... 6 February 17826th. Wednesday.Staid at Home all day. Mr. D. went to Mr. Wolff the banker's. ... 7 February 17827th. Thursday.Mr. D. very unwell all day. Mr. Artaud dined out. Finished the 3d. Volume of Hume's history. 472 pages. ... 8 February 17828th. Friday.Thermometer at 18 below.0. in the morning. Mr. D. Continues unwell. Stay'd at home all day as well as, Yesterday. Begun Hume's 4th. Volume, Mr... 9 February 17829th.Staid at Home all day. ... 10 February 178210th. Sunday.Finished Hume's 4th Volume. 480 pages. Mr. Artaud dined out. Mr. Peyron Mr. Montreal and Mr. Abraham came to pay us a visit. ... 11 February 178211th. Monday.Mr. Peyron, Mr. Montréal and several other gentlemen dined with us. I went to the English Library and took out the 5th. and 6th. Volumes of Hu... 12 February 178212th.Thermometer in the morning at 22 ½ degrees below.0. Stay'd at Home all day. ... 13 February 178213th. Wednesday.Thermometer in the morning at 25 degrees below 0. Went in the forenoon to Mr. Rimbert's. In the afternoon, I went with Mr. Artaud to the Shops... 14 February 178214th.Mr. Artaud dined out. Stay'd at home all day. ... 15 February 178215th. Friday.Fine weather all day. Thermometer at 28 degrees below.0. At the Academy it was 30. Finished the 5th. Volume of Hume's history of England 577. ... 16 February 178216th. Saturday.Thermometer in the morning at home 29 academy 32 degrees below 0. Stay'd at home all day. ... 17 February 178217th. Sunday.Mr. Montréal came in the forenoon to pay us a visit. Mr. D. went out for the first time since his sickness. Mr. Artaud dined out. Mr. Hoogwers... 18 February 178218th. Monday.Finished the 6th. Volume of Hume's history. 480 pages. Went to the English Library and took out the 7th. and 8th. volumes of Hume's history. B... 19 February 178219th. Tuesday.Went to two booksellers shops in the forenoon for some books. Mr. Artaud dined out. Fine clear weather all day. ... 20 February 178220th. Wednesday.In the forenoon Mr. Wolff came to pay a visit to Mr. D. In the afternoon I went with Mr. Artaud to a booksellers and bought Cicero's catilinar... 21 February 178221st. Thursday.Went in the forenoon with Mr. D. to the Hotel of the Marquis de Verac, the French minister here. Mr. Artaud dined out. In the afternoon Mr. D.... 22 February 178222d. Friday.Stay'd at home all day. Begun The 8th. Volume of Hume's history of England. Mr. D. wrote a letter to Holland. In the afternoon he went to Mr.... 23 February 178223d. Saturday.Finished translating the first Oration of Cicero against Catilina, and began the second. In the forenoon Mr. D. went out to take a wa... 24 February 178224th Sunday.Finished the 8th. and last volume of Hume's history of England 327. pages. Mr. D. went to Mr Wolff's in the forenoon, and dined at Mr. Rimbert... 25 February 178225th. Monday.Went in the morning to the English Library and took out the three first volumes of Mrs. Macauley's History of England begun the first. ... 26 February 178226th. Tuesday.In the forenoon Mr. D. went to take a walk. After dinner I went to a booksellers and bought a Latin and French Dictionary. Cloudy weat... 27 February 178227th. Wednesday.Went in the forenoon with Mr. D. to a bookseller's and bought the King of Prussia's works. Mr. D. went to take a walk after dinner. M... 28 February 178228th. Thursday.In the forenoon I received a letter from Holland, from my Father; and another From America. Mr. D went to take a ride after dinner. Stay'd at home all... March 1782 1 March 1782N.(1782)S. March. 1st. Friday.Mr. D went to take a walk in the forenoon. Stay'd at home all day. Cloudy weather. ... 2 March 17822d. Saturday.In the Forenoon Mr. Wolff came to pay a visit to Mr. D. Went to a bookseller's for a book for Mr. D. In the afternoon I went with Mr. Artaud t... 3 March 17823d. Sunday.Several persons dined and supped here this day. Mr. D. receiv'd some letters from America. Stay'd at home all day. Cloudy weather. ... 4 March 17824th. Monday.A French Gentleman dined with us this day. I wrote a letter to my Father. Stay'd at home all day. Cloudy weather. Finished Mrs. Macaulay's sec... 5 March 17825th. Tuesday.Went to Mr. Wolff's and to Mr. Rimbert's in the afternoon to carry letters to be sent to Holland. Mr. D. went after dinner to take a ... 6 March 17826th. Wednesday.Went in the forenoon with Mr. Artaud to take a walk. Mr. D stay'd at home all day. Cloudy weather in the morning, and snow in the afternoon. ... 7 March 17827th. Thursday.This morning Mr. D. went with Mr. Artaud to get some maps at the Academy. I went to a bookseller's and bought Manstein's Memoir's upon Russia,... 8 March 17828th. Friday.In the forenoon I went to the English Library for some books but the keeper was not at Home. Finished the third volume of Mrs. Macaulay's hist... 9 March 17829th. Saturday.Finished the second oration of Cicero against Catilina. In the morning about ten o'clock Mr. D. Mr. Artaud and myself went to Mr. Rimbert's, where ... 10 March 178210th. Sunday.This morning we went to see the palace at Oranienbaum, and then dined and after dinner set off in our slays from Oranienbaum for Peterhoff at ... 11 March 178211th. Monday.This day Mr. Blondot and Mr. Cussy dined here, after dinner I went with Mr. Artaud to the Concert. Went after the concert was over, and supped... 12 March 178212th. Tuesday.In the afternoon I went to take a ride with Mr. D. Begun the third Oration of Cicero against Catiline. Mr. Hoogwerst came to pay us a ... 13 March 178213th. Wednesday.In the forenoon I went to the English Library and took out the 4th and 5th volumes of Mrs. Macaulay's history of England and the first volume ... 14 March 178214th. Thursday.This morning when we got up we found our Thermometer stolen. In the forenoon Mr. D. and Mr. Artaud went to take a ride; we dined at Mr. Rimber... 15 March 178215th. Friday.This morning I went with Mr. D. and Mr. Artaud to take a walk. After dinner I went in a Slay with Mr. Artaud to a place called Crasna-Kabak at... 16 March 178216th. Saturday.This morning I went to the Academy and bought some almanacks. After dinner I went with Mr. Artaud to the Post office to subscribe for the Fren... 17 March 178217th. Sunday.This morning Mr. Peyron and two of Mr. Rimbert's Nephews came to pay us a visit. Mr. D. went to Mr. Wolff's. We dined with Mr. Rimbert, Mr. Pe... 18 March 178218th. Monday.This forenoon I went with Mr. Artaud to the Academy and bought a Russian and French Grammar. Wrote a letter to Mr. Thaxter. Went to ca... 19 March 178219th. Tuesday.This forenoon Mr. D went to take a walk. After dinner he went with Mr. Artaud to the shops. Mr. Hoogwerst came to pay us a visit. ... 20 March 178220th. Wednesday.This morning Mr. D and Mr. Artaud went to take a ride, in the afternoon I went with Mr. Artaud to take a ride in a slay. In the evening, news ... 21 March 178221st. Thursday.This morning our German master came to give us a lesson for the first time; Mr. Rimbert came to pay a visit to Mr. D. Dined at Mr. Rim... 22 March 178222d. Friday.This morning I went to the English Library, and brought home The second volume of Smith's wealth of Nations. Mr. Blondot came in the f... 23 March 178223d. Saturday.This day Mr. Blondot dined with us. In the afternoon Mr. Hoogwerst came to pay us a visit. Stay'd at Home all day. Our German master gave us t... 24 March 178224th. Sunday.Mr. Artaud dined and supped out. Stay'd at home all day. Snowy and rainy weather. Mr. D. receiv'd a letter from Holland. ... 25 March 178225th. Monday.Finished the 4th. volume of Mrs. Macaulay's history of England. 409 p. Mr. Colombi came to pay us a visit. In the evening Mr. Artaud went to t... 26 March 178226th. Tuesday.Begun the fifth volume of Mrs. Macaulay's history. Finished the third oration of Cicero against Catiline. Stay'd at home all day. Mr. Artaud s... 27 March 178227th. Wednesday.This morning I went with Mr. D. to the house of the Spanish chargé d'affaires. Mr. D went to take a ride with Mr. Artaud. In the afte... 28 March 178228th. Thursday.This forenoon Mr. Gonset came to pay us a visit. Mr. D. went in the afternoon to Mr. Wolff's. Mr. Artaud dined out. Stay'd at home all day. Fi... 29 March 178229th. Friday.This morning I went with Mr. Artaud to the shops and bought some things. We went to the Academy for some Maps but found it shut up, and to Mr.... 30 March 178230th. Saturday.Mr. Rimbert, Mr. Peyron and his Lady, Mr. Abraham, Mr. Rosat, and the youngest Mr. Montréal dined with us this day: Mr. Artaud supp'd out. Fin... 31 March 178231st. Sunday.Wrote a letter to my Father. Mr. Artaud dined and Supped out. Fine weather. Thermometer at 9 degrees above.0. Stay'd at home all day. ... April 1782 1 April 1782N.(1782)S. April. 1St. Monday.Stay'd at home all day. Begun to read Robertson's history of Charles the 5th. Mr. Artaud supped out. Weather Cloudy in the morning and Clear i... 2 April 17822d. Tuesday.This day Mr. D. went to carry our letters to be sent to the post office. Stay'd at home all day. Fine weather. Thaws fast. ... 3 April 17823d. Wednesday.This forenoon I took a walk to the academy with Mr. Artaud and bought some maps. Mr. Artaud dined out. In the afternoon Mr. D went to take a w... 4 April 17824th. Thursday.This forenoon Mr. Gonset came to pay us a visit. Mr. D and Mr. Artaud went to the shops, and bought some things. Mr. Artaud dined out. In the ... 5 April 17825th. Friday.This forenoon Mr. D. went to take a ride. I went with Mr. Artaud and took a long walk upon the key. In the afternoon I went to the shops ... 6 April 17826th. Saturday.This forenoon Mr. D. went to take a ride, in the afternoon, I went and took a walk upon the quay. I Met Mr. Peyron there. Fine, clear weather.... 7 April 17827th. Sunday.Esther day a great holiday for the Russians. They present eggs, this day. Mr. Artaud dined out, in the forenoon. In the afternoon I went and t... 8 April 17828th. Monday.Finished the fourth and last Catilinary of Cicero. In the forenoon I went to the English Library and took out the second and third Volumes of ... 9 April 17829th. Tuesday.This forenoon I went with Mr. D. to the French minister's hotel. Mr. Normandes the Spanish Chargé d'affaires came to pay a visit to Mr. D. In ... 10 April 178210th. Wednesday.This forenoon I went with Mr. Artaud to the shops and bought some things. Before dinner we went and took a walk upon the quay. In the afternoo... 11 April 178211th. Thursday.This forenoon I went with Mr. Artaud to the Shops. Dined at Mr. Rimberts. Mr. Colombi dined there also. Borrowed of Mr. Peyron the first volum... 12 April 178212th. Friday.Stay'd at home all day. Mr. D. went in the forenoon to take a ride. Cloudy weather. Begun Cicero's Oration for Archias. ... 13 April 178213th. Saturday.Mr. Artaud dined out. Mr. D. went to take a ride in the afternoon. Finished the 2d. Volume of Robertson's history of Charles 5th. 479. pages, ... 14 April 178214th. Sunday.This day the Marquis de Verac the french minister here gave a mascarade ball and supper for the birth of the Dauphin. Mr. D. went ther... 15 April 178215th. Monday.This afternoon Mr. D. went to take a ride. Mr. Artaud supp'd out. Stay'd at home all day. Cloudy, rainy, weather. ... 16 April 178216th. Tuesday.This forenoon I went with Mr. Artaud to the shops and bought some things. Mr. D. went to take a walk. Went to Mr. Rimberts for the Gazette. Mr... 17 April 178217th. Wednesday.This morning before breakfast I went and took a walk upon the quay of the river. The Swedish consul and his lady, Mr. Rimbert, his youngest ne... 18 April 178218th. Thursday.This day at about 7. o clock P.M. the river broke up, and The major of the fortress passed it in a boat descended at the Palace, and announced... 19 April 178219th. Friday.In the forenoon Mr. D went to take a ride, and after dinner he took a walk. Stay'd at home all day. Fine weather. Mr. Artaud supp'd out. ... 20 April 178220th. Saturday.This forenoon I went with Mr. D. to the Hotel of the Dutch Resident Mr. de Swart. In the afternoon Mr. D. took a walk. Finished the third and ... 21 April 178221st. Sunday.This forenoon I went with Mr. Artaud to take a ride, we went into the Catholic church. We met there, Mr. Rimbert's two youngest nephews; befo... 22 April 178222d. Monday.This forenoon I went with Mr. Artaud to the English Library and took out Watson's history of Phillip the second and the life of Garrick. ... 23 April 178223. Tuesday.Stay'd at home all day. Mr. D. wrote a letter to my Father in Holland. Mr. Artaud supp'd out. Cloudy weather. ... 24 April 178224th. Wednesday.This forenoon I went with Mr. Artaud to Mr. Rimbert's, Mr. Abraham's and Mr. Colombi's. In the afternoon Mr. D. took a ride. ... 25 April 178225th. Thursday.Went with Mr. Artaud in the forenoon to the shops and bought some things. Dined at Mr. Rimberts; where Mr. Abraham dined also. Mr. Artaud went... 26 April 178226th. Friday.In the forenoon I went to take a ride with Mr. Artaud. In the afternoon Mr. D. went to take a walk. I went to the post office to see about som... 27 April 178227th. Saturday.This morning I went to take a walk upon the quay with Mr. Artaud. In the afternoon I went to the shops and bought some things. Mr. Wolff came ... 28 April 178228th. Sunday.This forenoon I went with Mr. D. to the Hotel of the Marquis de Verac, and from thence to that of the dutch Ambassador with the Marquis, ... 29 April 178229th. Monday.This forenoon I went and took a walk with Mr. Artaud to Mr. Rimbert's. After dinner the youngest Mr. Montréal came here and I went with him an... 30 April 178230th. Tuesday.This afternoon I went with Mr. Artaud to the Post office to see about the news papers. Went to take a walk. Mr. D took a ride. Fine weather. ... May 1782 1 May 1782N.(1782)S. May. 1st. Wednesday.In the forenoon Mr. Artaud and Mr. D. went and took a walk upon the Neva. After dinner the youngest Mr. Montréal came here, and I went with hi... 2 May 17822d. Thursday.This day, which according to the Russian stile is the 21st. of April, is the Anniversary of her Majesty's birth. Went with Mr. D. to t... 3 May 17823d. Friday.In the forenoon Mr. D went and took a walk. After dinner Mr. Colombi came to see us. I went to the postoffice with Mr. Artaud. Windy weather. ... 4 May 17824th. Saturday.This forenoon I went and took a walk upon the quay with Mr. Artaud. In the afternoon the youngest Mr. Montréal came here and went with Mr. Art... 5 May 17825th. Sunday.Dined at Mr. Rimberts: Mr. D received a letter from Holland. Took a ride in the afternoon. ... 6 May 17826th. Monday.Went in the forenoon and took a walk upon the quay, went in the evening to the concert; with Mr. Artaud. Clear, Windy Weather. ... 7 May 17827th. Tuesday.In the forenoon I took a walk with Mr. Artaud upon the quay. Mr. D. went and took a ride. Cloudy, windy weather. ... 8 May 17828th. Wednesday.Mr. Artaud went out on hunting. Mr. D. went in the forenoon and took a ride. In the afternoon went to Mr. Colombi's but found he was not at ho... 9 May 17829th. Thursday.Mr. Artaud dined at Mr. Rimbert's. In the afternoon he came with two of Mr. Rimbert's nephews and we went to the shops. Took a ride. Mr. Hoogw... 10 May 178210th. Friday.This morning I went with Mr. D. to the Dutch Ambassador's and to the Resident's. Went and took a walk upon the quay with Mr. Artaud. Mr. D. sp... 11 May 178211th. Saturday.This forenoon Mr. Wolff came to see Mr. D. Mr. D. went and took a walk upon the quay. Stay'd at home all day. Fine clear weather. ... 12 May 178212th. Sunday.This forenoon Mr. Peyron came to see us. Mr. D. went to Mr. Wolff's. Mr. Colombi came here. Dined at Mr. Rimbert's. After dinner we went and t... 13 May 178213th. Monday.Mr. D went out in the forenoon. Took a walk with Mr. Artaud in the forenoon upon the quay. Mr. D. dined at Mr. Wolff's; went with Mr. Artaud t... 14 May 178214th. Tuesday.Stay'd at home all day. Very high wind. Mr. D went out in the forenoon and in the afternoon. Mr. Artaud went out in the evening. Thermometer 1... 15 May 178215th. Wednesday.Went and took a walk with Mr. Artaud in the Jardin d'été. Spent the evening and supp'd at Mr. Rimbert's. Fine weather. Thermometer 16. degrees... 16 May 178216th. Thursday.Stay'd at home all day. Mr. Artaud went on hunting. In the forenoon Mr. D. went and took a walk; and in the afternoon to Mr. Wolff's. Thermome... 17 May 178217th. Friday.Stay'd at home all day. In the forenoon Dr. Blondot came and took his leave of us, going for Moskow. Mr. D took a walk in the forenoon. Clear ... 18 May 178218th. Saturday.In the forenoon Mr. D. went and took a ride. Cloudy weather. Thermometer 20 degrees above.0. Stay'd at home all day. Mr. Wolff came to see Mr.... 19 May 178219th. Sunday.This day Mr. Artaud went on hunting. In the afternoon Mr. D. took a ride out of town. Cloudy, rainy weather. ... 20 May 178220th. Monday.Stay'd at home all day. Mr. D. went out in the forenoon. Cloudy weather. ... 21 May 178221st. Tuesday.In the afternoon Mr. D went and took a ride. Took a very long walk out of town with Mr. Artaud. Left him at the Clubb. Changing weather. Mr. H... 22 May 178222d. Wednesday.This day a french Gentleman dined with us. Mr. D went and took a walk in the forenoon. Mr. Artaud went in the afternoon to the Clubb. Cloudy w... 23 May 178223d. Thursday.This morning I went with Mr. D. Mr. Artaud and several other gentlemen to see her Majesty's cabinet of paintings in the Palace. Mr. D and Mr. ... 24 May 178224th. Friday.This day a French Gentleman dined with us. Mr. D took a ride in the afternoon. Mr. Artaud went to the Clubb. Stay'd at home all day. Cloudy we... 25 May 178225th. Saturday.Mr. D took a ride in the forenoon. Finished the second and last volume of Watson's history of Phillip the II. 437. pages. Cloudy weather. ... 26 May 178226th. Sunday.Mr. D. unwell. Pentecost day. Mr. Artaud went out in the afternoon. Stay'd at home all day. Cloudy weather in the forenoon but clear'd up afte... 27 May 178227th. Monday.Mr. Artaud went into the country. The Dutch resident came to see Mr. D. Mr. D. went and took a walk in the forenoon. Mr. Rimbert came here. Th... 28 May 178228th. Tuesday.Mr. D went and took a ride in the afternoon. Stay'd at home all day. Cloudy, weather, some rain. ... 29 May 178229th. Wednesday.In the afternoon Mr. D. took a ride. Stay'd at home all day. Very windy weather. ... 30 May 178230th. Thursday.This forenoon I went to the shops with Mr. Artaud and bought some things. Mr. Artaud dined at Mr. Rimberts. In the afternoon Mr. Hoogwerst cam... 31 May 178231st. Friday.In the forenoon Mr. D. and Mr. Artaud went to the shops. After dinner Mr. D went and took a ride. Stay'd at home all day. Fine clear weather. ... June 1782 1 June 1782N.(1782)S. June 1st. Saturday.Dined with Mr. Colombi. In the afternoon went and took a walk in the jardin d'été. Begun Cicero's oration pro Milone. Fine weather. ... 2 June 17822d. Sunday.Mr. Artaud out all day. In the afternoon the youngest Mr. Montréal came here, went and took a walk in the Jardin d'été, where I found Mr. Gons... 3 June 17823d. Monday.Mr. Artaud dined out. Stay'd at home all day. Rainy weather. ... 4 June 17824th. Tuesday.This day several Gentlemen dined here. Mr. D walk'd out in the forenoon and went in the afternoon with Mr. Artaud to the Jardin d'eté. Stay'd ... 5 June 17825th. Wednesday.This forenoon Mr. D. went and took a walk in the garden. After dinner I went with Mr. Artaud to the Shops. We took a ride out of town. Went to... 6 June 17826th. Thursday.Mrs. Peyron was brought to bed of a girl this day. Mr. D. took a walk before dinner. Mr. Montréal dined here. After dinner I went and took a w... 7 June 17827th. Friday.This forenoon Mr. D went and took a walk to the garden. Mr. Artaud dined out. In the afternoon I walked. Good weather. ... 8 June 17828th. Saturday.Went in the forenoon and took a walk. Mr. D. went out in the afternoon. Went and walked in the garden in the evening. Fine weather. ... 9 June 17829th. Sunday.This day Mr. Artaud went into the country. Mr. D. went to the French Minister's Hotel in the forenoon. After dinner he went and took a... 10 June 178210th. Monday.In the forenoon Mr. D. went and took a walk. In the afternoon he rode out. Went to the concert in the evening with Mr. Artaud. Fine weather. ... 11 June 178211th. TuesdayStay'd at home all day. Mr. D walk'd out in the forenoon, and took a ride in the afternoon. Mr. Artaud supped out. Cloudy weather. ... 12 June 178212th. Wednesday.Receiv'd the news of a battle between the french and English fleets in the West Indies. Went to the shops with Mr. Artaud before dinn... 13 June 178213th. Thursday.Went in the afternoon and took a walk in the garden. Mr. Hoogwerst came to see us. Clear weather. ... 14 June 178214th. Friday.Mr. D. went and took a ride in the afternoon. Stay'd at home all day. Cloudy weather. ... 15 June 178215th. Saturday.This forenoon Mr. D. went and took a walk. In the afternoon he rode out. Walked in the garden in the evening. Cloudy weather. ... 16 June 178216th. Sunday.Stay'd at home all day. Very bad weather. Strong wind, and rain. ... 17 June 178217th. Monday.In the afternoon I went and took a ride with Mr. D. Rainy weather all day. ... 18 June 178218th. Tuesday.Stay'd at home all day. Rainy weather. Mr. D. went and took a walk in the afternoon. ... 19 June 178219th. WednesdayWent to the English library for books. Mr. Montréal dined with us. Rainy Weather. ... 20 June 178220th. Thursday.Mr. Artaud dined at Mr. Rimbert's. Mr. D. went and took a walk in the forenoon, and went to Mr. Wolff's after dinner. Stay'd at home all day. ... 21 June 178221st. Friday.Mr. D. took a ride in the afternoon. Mr. Artaud and I, went and took a walk to a gentleman's country seat at about 6. wersts from the town, wh... 22 June 178222d. Saturday.This forenoon I went and took a walk with Mr. Artaud in the garden. Mr. Wolff came and paid a visit to Mr. D. After dinner, I took a ride with... 23 June 178223d. Sunday.In the afternoon went with Mr. D. and Mr. Artaud; to a Garden about 6 wersts out of town, called Jardin de Narischkin belonging to a nobleman ... 24 June 1782Monday. 24th.This morning I went to the English library and took out Foote's plays and two volumes of the English Theatre. Mr. D. went out in the afternoon. I took... 25 June 178225th. Tuesday.Stay'd at home all day. Mr. Artaud dined out. Mr. D. took a walk in the afternoon. Stormy weather the fore part of the day. ... 26 June 178226th. Wednesday.Stay'd at home all day. Mr. Artaud dined at Mr. Rimbert's. In the afternoon Mr. D. went and took a ride. ... 27 June 178227th. Thursday.Dined this day at Mr. Rimbert's with Mr. D. and Mr. Artaud. Rainy weather. ... 28 June 178228th. Friday.This day I went with Mr. Artaud and Mr. D. to the Comedy at the Court. We had the Misanthrope with a ballet. Mr. Artaud went afterwards to Mr.... 29 June 178229th. Saturday.Stay'd at home all day. In the afternoon Mr. D. went and took a ride. Mr. Hoogwerst came and paid us a visit. After supper Mr. Peyron ... 30 June 178230th. Sunday.In the forenoon Mr. D went to Mr. Wolff's. In the afternoon I went and took a ride with him. Fine weather. ... July 1782 1 July 1782N(1782)S. July. 1st. Monday.This morning I went to the English Library and took out 1. volume of the preceptor, and thrée of Clarissa. Rained all the afternoon. ... 2 July 17822d. Tuesday.In the afternoon went with Mr. Artaud to Mr. Rimbert's and to the Shops. Mr. D. went to Mr. Wolff's. Variable weather. ... 3 July 17823d. Wednesday.This afternoon I went and took a ride with Mr. D. to Caminostrow. Fine weather. ... 4 July 17824th. Thursday.Dined this day with Mr. D. at the Dutch Embassador's; went in the evening to the German Comedy. We had a Tragedy call'd Demetrius Ivanowitsch ... 5 July 17825th. Friday.Stay'd at home all day. Mr. D. walk'd out in the forenoon. Changeable weather. ... 6 July 17826th. Saturday.Stay'd at home all day. Mr. Wolff came here in the forenoon. Mr. D. went and took a walk in the afternoon. ... 7 July 17827th. Sunday.This forenoon I went and took a walk with Mr. Artaud. Went to the summer garden; where we saw her Majesty. In the afternoon went to see a 64 G... 8 July 17828th. Monday.Took a walk this morning with Mr. Artaud in to the Country, and Stay'd there all day. We returned at about 12 o'clock at night. Pretty good we... 9 July 17829th. Tuesday.Went in the afternoon to Mr. Rimberts with Mr. Artaud to borrow Domino's for the mascarade of tomorrow. Went to the shops. Anniversary of her ... 10 July 178210th. Wednesday.St. Peter and St. Paul's day. Grand Duke's fête. Mascarade ball and illumination at Peterhoff. At about 1. o'clock P.M. set out for th... 11 July 178211th. Thursday.Left the ball at about 1. o'clock, after Midnight, and set out for St. Petersbourg. Arrived at about. 5. distance. 32 wersts. Went to bed and ... 12 July 178212th. Friday.This afternoon I went with Mr. D. and Mr. Artaud to the Shops, and bought some things. Returned the domino's. Fine weather in the morning. A t... 13 July 178213th. SaturdayWent this morning to the English Library. Took out the 2d. volume of the Preceptor and 3 volumes of Clarissa. In the afternoon Mr. D went and ... 14 July 178214th. Sunday.Stay'd at home all day. Mr. D. went and took a ride in the forenoon. After dinner Mr. Montréal came here. ... 15 July 178215th. Monday.This forenoon Mr. Hoogwerst came here. Mr. D. dined at Mr. Wolff's. Went in the evening to see the rope dancer. Changeable weather. ... 16 July 178216th. Tuesday.Stay'd at home all day. Mr. D. went to the court Comedy to see a Russian play. Stormy windy weather. ... 17 July 178217th. Wednesday.Stay'd at home all day. Mr. D. went and took a walk in the afternoon. Very bad weather. ... 18 July 178218th. Thursday.Stay'd at home all day. In the evening Mr. Hoogwerst came here. Mr. Artaud din'd at Mr. Rimbert's. Cloudy weather, and a heavy shower of Rain ... 19 July 178219th. Friday.Stay'd at home all day. In the afternoon Mr. D. went to take a ride. Changeable weather. ... 20 July 178220th. Saturday.This forenoon Mr. Wolff came to see Mr. D. Mr. D. went and took a ride in the afternoon. I went with Mr. Artaud to the shops. Mr. Artaud went ... 21 July 178221st. Sunday.This morning I went to Mr. Rimbert's to see if Mr. Montréal could go into the country with me. As he could not I went alone. Stay'd there all ... 22 July 178222d. Monday.This forenoon I went to the English Library and took out the 2 last volumes of Clarissa and Nichols's collection of Poems. In the afte... 23 July 178223d. Tuesday.Stay'd at home all day. Stormy windy weather. Send my Letter. ... 24 July 178224th. Wednesday.Stay'd at home all day. Very bad weather. ... 25 July 178225th. ThursdayThis day Mr. D receiv'd some letters from America through Holland. Mr. Artaud dined out. In the afternoon Mr. Hoogwerst came to see us. Bad we... 26 July 178226th. Friday.Stay'd at home all day. In the forenoon Mr. D. went to Mr. Wolff's. In the afternoon he went and took a ride. Fine weather. ... 27 July 178227th. Saturday.Stay'd at home all day. In the forenoon Mr. Wolff came to see Mr. D. In the afternoon Mr. D went and took a ride. Pretty good weather. ... 28 July 178228th. Sunday.This forenoon Mr. D. went to Mr. Rimbert's. Mr. Montréal came here. Mr. D went and took a walk in the garden. Mr. Artaud went into the country... 29 July 178229th. Monday.Begun Cicero's oration pro Marcello. Mr. D. walk'd out in the forenoon. In the afternoon he went and took a ride. Stay'd at home all day. Fine... 30 July 178230th. Tuesday.This afternoon Mr. D. went and took a ride. Went to take a walk in the summer garden. Fine weather. ... 31 July 178231st. Wednesday.Stay'd at home all day; a little unwell. Mr. D. stay'd also all day at home. Rainy weather. ... August 1782 1 August 1782N.(1782)S. August. 1st. Thursday.This forenoon Mr. Rimbert came to see us. Dined at his house. After dinner went with Mr. D. Mr. Gonset and Mr. Artaud, to Krasna-Kabak to see ... 2 August 17822d. Friday.Mr. Rimbert dined with us this day. Mr. Artaud unwell. Stay'd at home all day. Rainy weather. ... 3 August 17823d. Saturday.This afternoon young Mr. Montréal came here. Mr. Hoogwerst came to pay us a visit in the evening. Mr. D. went and took a walk. Stay'd ... 4 August 17824th. Sunday.This afternoon I went with Mr. D. to the Jardin de Narischkin. Fine weather. ... 5 August 17825th. Monday.This forenoon Mr. D. went to Mr. Wolffs. Mr. Rimbert came here. In the afternoon Mr. D. went and took a ride. Fine weather. Mr. Artaud better.... 6 August 17826th. Tuesday.Stay'd at home all day. Mr. D rode out in the afternoon. Pretty good weather. ... 7 August 17827th. Wednesday.This morning I went to the English library and took out 2 volumes of a collection of poems one of Popes works and one of Dryden's. Rain'd hard... 8 August 17828th. Thursday.This forenoon Mr. D went and took a walk. Mr. Artaud din'd at Mr. Rimbert's. In the afternoon Mr. D. went to the summer garden. Stay'd at home... 9 August 17829th. Friday.This forenoon Mr. D. went and took a ride; stay'd at home all day. Cloudy weather. ... 10 August 178210th. Saturday.Finish'd Cicero's oration pro Marcello. In the afternoon I went to the shops with Mr. Artaud. Mr. D rode out. Fine weather. ... 11 August 178211th. Sunday.Stay'd at home all day. In the afternoon Mr. D. went to the Jardin de Narischkin. Pretty good weather. ... 12 August 178212th. Monday.This afternoon Mr. D went and took a walk in the summer garden. Stay'd at home all day. Rainy weather all the forenoon. ... 13 August 178213th. Tuesday.In the afternoon Mr. D. went and took a ride. Stay'd at home all day. Cloudy, rainy weather. ... 14 August 178214th. Wednesday.In the forenoon Mr. D. went and took a walk. Walk'd with him after dinner in the summer garden. Rainy and Cloudy weather. ... 15 August 178215th. Thursday.This forenoon I went with Mr. D. to the Hotel of the Spanish Minister. Took a ride afterwards. Mr. Artaud dined at Mr. Rimbert's. Went and too... 16 August 178216th. Friday.This forenoon Mr. Rimbert came to see Mr. D. Stay'd at home all day. Rainy weather. ... 17 August 178217th. Saturday.This day her Majesty dined with all the officers of the regiment of Preobragensky. In the afternoon I walk'd with Mr. Artaud in the Garden. We... 18 August 178218th. Sunday.This day the Statue of Peter the great was uncover'd. All the troops in the city amounting to about 10,000 men pass'd in review. Mr. D went to... 19 August 178219th. Monday.This afternoon I went and took a ride with Mr. D. out of town. Pretty good weather. ... 20 August 178220th. Tuesday.This evening, I went with Mr. Artaud and Mr. D. to the Comedy, where they presented in French le Deserteur a Drama, and Crispin rival de son m... 21 August 178221st. Wednesday.Stay'd at home all day. Mr. D went out in the afternoon. Stormy rainy weather. ... 22 August 178222d. Thursday.This day Mr. Artaud din'd at Mr. Rimberts. Mr. D. went and took a ride in the afternoon. Stay'd at home all day. Cloudy weather. ... 23 August 178223d. Friday.This day Mr. D. and Mr. Artaud went to the play, where was presented Alzire one of Voltaire's tragedies. Went in the morning to see th... 24 August 178224th. Saturday.This forenoon the eldest Mr. Montréal came here and I went with him to see the hemp Magazines on the other side of the Neva. We walk'... 25 August 178225th. Sunday.This forenoon Mr. Rimberts two Nephews came here to see us. Mr. Artaud din'd out. In the afternoon Mr. D. went and took a ride. Mr. Colombi ca... 26 August 178226th. Monday.This evening at about 11. o'clock Mr. Artaud return'd from the country. Stay'd at home all day. Mr. D took a ride in the afternoon. Rainy weat... 27 August 178227th. Tuesday.Stay'd at home all day. Mr. D. took a ride in the afternoon. Rainy weather the greater part of the day. Clear'd up at about 5 o'clock P.M. ... 28 August 178228th. Wednesday.Stay'd at home all day. Mr. D. went out in the afternoon. Rainy weather. ... 29 August 178229th. Thursday.This day Mr. Artaud dined at Mr. Rimbert's. Mr. D. received some letters from Holland enclosing others from America. Stay'd at home al... 30 August 178230th. Friday.Mr. Artaud dined at Mr. Rimberts. Mr. D. wrote a letter to Holland. Stay'd at home all day. Fine weather in the afternoon. ... 31 August 178231st. Saturday.Went this morning to the English Library. Went to a bookseller's shop and bought some books. Mr. Wolff came here in the forenoon. Rai... September 1782 1 September 1782N.(1782.) S. September. 1st. Sunday.This forenoon the youngest Mr. Montréal came here. Din'd with Mr. Artaud at Mr. Rimbert's. After dinner I took a walk with Mr. Artaud and the ... 2 September 17822d. Monday.This day the eldest Mr. Montréal came and dined with us. In the afternoon Mr. D. went and took a ride. Stay'd at home all day. Fine weather. ... 3 September 17823d. Tuesday.Mr. D went and took a ride in the afternoon. Stay'd at home all day. Fine weather. ... 4 September 17824th. Wednesday.This forenoon Coll. Vallentin arriv'd from Holland and brought us, letters from my Father. Mr. D took a ride, after dinner. Fine weat... 5 September 17825th. Thursday.This afternoon I went with Mr. Artaud to the Shops and bought some things. Mr. Artaud went to the Clubb. Mr. D went and took a ride. Fine weat... 6 September 17826th. Friday.This afternoon Mr. D. went to Mr. Wolff's. Wrote a letter to my Father. Mr. D. walk'd out before dinner. Stay'd at home all day. Fine weather.... 7 September 17827th. Saturday.This forenoon I went with Mr. D to Mr. Rimberts but found no body at home. After dinner I went with Mr. Artaud to the Academy to give my name ... 8 September 17828th. Sunday.This forenoon Mr. D went to Mr. Wolff's. Mr. Artaud dined out. Fine weather. ... 9 September 17829th. Monday.This forenoon I went with Mr. Artaud to the Academy and gave my name to be advertised. Young Mr. Montreal came here. I went and took a walk wi... 10 September 178210th. Tuesday.St. Alexander Newsky's Day, a very great holiday for the Russians. There was a procession in the forenoon, of priests that went from the churc... 11 September 178211th. Wednesday.This forenoon I went with Mr. D. to see Mr. Normandes. Several persons dined here. After dinner Mr. D. went and took a ride. Took a walk upon ... 12 September 178212th. Thursday.This day I din'd with Mr. D and Mr. Artaud at Mr. Rimbert's. Borrow'd of Mr. Peyron two volumes of Piron's works. In the evening Mr. A... 13 September 178213th. Friday.This forenoon I went to Mr. Normandes's. In the afternoon Mr. D. went and took a ride. In the evening Mr. Hoogwerst came here. ... 14 September 178214th. Saturday.Stay'd at home all day. In the forenoon Mr. Wolff came to see Mr. D. In the afternoon Mr. D. went out and took a ride. Cloudy Weather. ... 15 September 178215th. Sunday.This forenoon the young gentlemen from Mr. Rimbert's came here. Din'd at Mr. Rimberts. After dinner we went and took a tour into the country. ... 16 September 178216th.Spent the evening and supp'd at Mr. Rimbert's. Rainy weather all day. Mr. Artaud dined out. ... 17 September 178217th. Tuesday.This afternoon Mr. D. went and took a ride. Stay'd at home all day. Cloudy weather. ... 18 September 178218th. Wednesday.This afternoon I went with Mr. D. and drank tea at Mr. Peyron's. Cloudy Weather. ... 19 September 178219th. Thursday.This forenoon the younger Mr. Montréal came here. Mr. Artaud dined at Mr. Rimbert's. Stay'd at home all day. Mr. D went and took a ride after ... 20 September 178220th. Friday.This afternoon Mr. D went and took a ride. In the evening walk'd in the summer garden. Cloudy Weather. ... 21 September 178221st. Saturday.This afternoon Mr. D. went and took a ride. Stay'd at home all day. Stormy weather. ... 22 September 178222d. Sunday.This forenoon Mr. D. went to the Marquis de Verac's. The young Gentlemen from Mr. Rimbert's came here and I went and took a walk with them and... 23 September 178223d. Monday.This afternoon Mr. D went and took a ride. Walk'd in the summer garden after supper. Cloudy weather all day. ... 24 September 178224th. Tuesday.This forenoon I bought Moliere's works. Mr. D. went to Mr. Colombi's in the afternoon. Stay'd at home all day. Cloudy weather. ... 25 September 178225th. Wednesday.This day all Mr. Rimbert's family din'd here. In the forenoon Mr. D. went and took a walk. Mr. Artaud went in the evening to the Clubb. Rainy ... 26 September 178226th. Thursday.This day I din'd at Mr. Rimberts'. After dinner I went and took a ride with Mr. D. out of town. Cloudy weather. Clear'd up at night. ... 27 September 178227th. Friday.Stay'd at home all day. Mr. D walk'd out before dinner and took a ride in the afternoon. Cloudy weather all day. ... 28 September 178228th.This afternoon two of the young gentlemen from Mr. Rimbert's came here. Mr. D went and took a ride. Rainy weather All day. ... 29 September 178229th. Sunday.This forenoon I went and took a walk with Mr. Artaud and two of the young gentlemen from Mr. Rimberts in the summer garden. Mr. Artaud and Mr.... 30 September 178230th. Monday.This evening I went with Mr. Artaud to the concert. After supper went and took a walk. Cloudy, rainy weather. ... October 1782 1 October 1782N(1782)S. October. 1st. Tuesday.This day several gentlemen dined and supped here. Rainy stormy weather. ... 2 October 17822d. Wednesday.This day I went to the Comedy where the French troop represented, Le Pere de Famille. with a Ballet. ... 3 October 17823d. Thursday.This day, I dined and supped at Mr. Rimberts. After dinner I went with Mr. and Mm. Peyron to the Academy. We saw the cabinet of natural histor... 4 October 17824th. Friday.Stay'd at home all day. In the afternoon Mr. D. went and took a ride. Cloudy weather. ... 5 October 17825th. Saturday.Stay'd at home all day. Mr. D. went out before dinner. Cloudy weather all day. ... 6 October 17826th. Sunday.This day I din'd and supp'd at Mr. Rimberts. ... 7 October 17827th. Monday.Mr. D dined at Mr. Wolffs. Mr. Artaud went to the concert. Stay'd at home all day. ... 8 October 17828th. Tuesday.This day the French comedians play'd at the summer garden theatre. L'honnete criminel. ... 9 October 17829th. Wednesday.Stay'd at home all day. The young gentlemen from Mr. Rimberts dined here. Cloudy weather. ... 10 October 178210th. Thursday.Went to the Academy to have my name advertised. Dined and spent the evening at Mr. Rimberts. ... 11 October 178211th. Friday.Several gentlemen dined here this day. Cloudy weather, freezes already. ... 12 October 178212th. Saturday.Stay'd at home all day. Mr. D. unwell. Cloudy weather. ... 13 October 178213th. Sunday.Dined out with Mr. Artaud. Rainy stormy weather. Went to the Clubb in the evening. ... 14 October 178214th. Monday.This evening I went to the concert with Mr. Artaud. Mr. Gummer came here and supped after the concert. ... 15 October 178215th. Tuesday.This afternoon Mr. D. went and took a ride. Stay'd at home all day. ... 16 October 178216th. Wednesday.This day all Mr. Rimberts family dined here; in the evening we went to the play and saw Tancrede a tragedy with Le dépit amoureux. ... 17 October 178217th. Thursday.This day I dined at Mr. Rimberts with Mr. D. Return'd directly after dinner. Mr. Artaud stay'd There. Cloudy weather. ... 18 October 178218th. Friday.This afternoon I went with Mr. Artaud to the shops and bought some things. ... 19 October 178219th. Saturday.Stay'd at home all day. Before dinner Mr. D went and took a ride. Mr. Wolff came here. ... 20 October 178220th. Sunday.This day I dined and supped at Mr. Rimberts. Return'd at about 11 o'clock. ... 21 October 178221st. Monday.This day Count Greco, My travelling companion to Stockholm dined here. In the evening I went with Mr. Artaud to the Concert. ... 22 October 178222d. Tuesday.This forenoon I went to the shops with Mr. Artaud. Went to the exchange. Mr. Peyron and Mr. Montréal dined here. ... 23 October 178223d. Wednesday.This afternoon I went with Mr. Artaud to Mr. Rimberts and from thence to the play. They represented Le Barbier de Seville and les trois freres... 24 October 178224th. Thursday.This forenoon I went round to see the fortress with Mr. Montréal Mr. Gummer and Mr. Artaud. Mr. Artaud dined and spent the evening at Mr. Rimb... 25 October 178225th. Friday.This day I dined with Mr. D. and Mr. Artaud at Mr. Colombi's. After dinner I went to Mr. Rimberts. Mr. Artaud went to the Clubb. ... 26 October 178226th. Saturday.This day the Count Greco, Mr. Gummer and Mr. Peyron dined here. In the evening I went with Mr. Artaud to Mr. Rimbert's; spent the evening and ... 27 October 178227th. Sunday.This morning I went with Mr. Artaud to Mr. Rimberts and from thence we set out, eight in one large carriage and two other gentlemen in another... 28 October 178228th. Monday.This forenoon I went with Mr. Peyron to the Baron Albedhyl's to take his orders for Stockholm. In the afternoon Mr. Gummer came here and I wen... 29 October 178229th. Tuesday.This forenoon I went to the shops and bought some things. After dinner I went and took leave of Mr. Wolff who gave me a letter of recommendati... 30 October 178230th. Wednesday.This morning I went and took leave of the Baron Albedyhll the Swedish chargé d'affaires here, and he gave me a couple of letters for Stockholm... 31 October 1782Thursday. 31st.We rode all day that day and all the night and arriv'd at the gates of Wibourg the next morning at about 5 o'clock. ... November 1782 1 November 1782N(1782.)S. November 1. Friday.We were obliged to wait about 2 hours at a Dram Shop out of the city waiting for the gates to be opened. And there Mr. Gummer overtook us. He ... 2 November 17822d Saturday.This morning at about 11 o'clock we set off from Wibourg for Frederichshamm; we rode all night and arriv'd, the next day at about 4. o'clock P... 3 November 17823d. Sunday.Mr. Gummer arrived there at about 8 o'clock in the morning. Here people generally change their russian money for Swedish Rixdallers. We paid 1... 4 November 17824th. Monday.This forenoon at about 10 ½ o'clock we left Frederichshamm and rode till about 7. P.M. when we arriv'd at the last russian station. There we s... 5 November 17825th. Tuesday.This morning at about 10 o'clock we pass'd the russian frontiers and arriv'd at Abborfors which is the first place in Swedish Finland. Here w... 6 November 17826th. Wednesday.This day we dined with the major of the garrison here whose name is Grippenwald. After dinner we set off from Lovisa for Helsingfors Helsinki ... 7 November 17828 November 17827th Thursday –8th Friday.This afternoon at about 4 o'clock we passed thro' Borgo Borga which is a small fortified town. We rode all night and arrived at about 7 o'cloc... 9 November 17829th. Saturday.This morning we went to see the fortress of Sweaborg. Dined with the General Posse. Prince Galitzin arrived here this evening. ... 10 November 178210th. Sunday.This morning at about 8 o'clock we left Helsingfors, at the same time as the Prince Galitzin. We went this day, three stations. The Prince wen... 11 November 178211th. Monday.This day we went only two stations and stopp'd at the country seat of Mr. Hising an acquaintance of Mr. Gummer's at Fagerwik. ... 12 November 178212th. Tuesday.We went only 3. swedish miles. Stay'd at the country house of Captain Anrinoff son in law to Mr. Hising, at Åmine. ... 13 November 178214 November 178213th. Wednesday – 14th Thursday.We left Åmine at about 10 o'clock A.M. and rode all day, and all the night and arrived at about 12. o'clock at Åbo, on the 14th. This is a sma... 15 November 178215th. Friday.This forenoon we went and paid a visit to General Armfeldt governor of Finland. We dined at his hotel with the Prince Galitzin who arriv'd las... 16 November 178216th. Saturday.This morning at about 10 o'clock we left Åbo at the same time with the Prince Galitzin, but Mr. Gummer intends to stay there about a w... 17 November 178217th. Sunday.This morning we took boat and went as far as Varsala Wartsala i.e. two miles: we could go no farther. ... 18 November 178218th. Monday.This morning we set off from Varsala in a boat and went 5. miles as far as Kůmlinge. Fine weather. ... 19 November 178219th. Tuesday.This day we passed from Kůmlinge to Skarpans by water. The distance is, 6. Swedish miles. We went also two stations by land. ... 20 November 178220th. Wednesday.This day at about 4 o'clock P.M. we arrived at Eckerö. The Prince Galitzin arrived at about eight o'clock. ... 21 November 178221st. Thursday.This morning at 7 ¾ o'clock we set off from Eckerö in a boat and arrived at Grisselham distant 7. Miles at about 11.¼. We stay'd there till 2.... 22 November 178222d. Friday.This evening at about 11.o'clock we arrived at Stockholm. We found all the taverns in the town shut up, and could not get one opened. From Åbo... 23 November 178223d. Saturday.After having passed the whole night in the street, at last, we found a publick house at the Swedish arms, said to be the best in the city; but... December 1782 31 December 1782December 31. 1782.This morning I left Stockholm at about 9 o'clock A M. in company with the Count Greco and Mr. Fyrbergs a Swedish gentleman who intends to go a... 1783 January 1783 – January 1782 1 January 1783January 1st. 1783.We found here Mr. Schiebe a gentleman who left Stockholm about a week before us. Norrkiöping is distant from Stockholm eighteen swedish miles or 120. ... 2 January 1783Jany. 2d.This day I dined at Mr. C. B. Wadström's. In the evening I went to the coffee house. ... 3 January 17833d.This morning the Count set off from here and continued his route for Carlscrona Karlskrona. I went with Mr. Wadström about 3. Swedish miles ou... 4 January 17834th.This afternoon at about 3 o'clock, we set out to return in town and arrived at about 6. o'clock. We went to the coffee house after our return.... 5 January 17835th.This forenoon I went with Mr. Schiebe to the german church, but it happened this day that we had a Swedish sermon. I dined at Mr. C. B. ... 6 January 17836th.This day I dined at Mr. C. B. Wadström's. In the evening I went to the assembly here, of which there are sixteen every winter. This was ... 7 January 17837th.I dined at Mr. C. B. Wadström's with a great deal of company. In the evening I went to the play, which can indeed hardly be call'd a ... 8 January 17838th.I dined at Mr. Pasch's with a great deal of company. We had a ball, in the evening which did not break up till about 4 o'clock in the morning ... 9 January 17839th.Dined at Mr. Körners. In the evening I went to the assembly; at about 10 o'clock I return'd and supp'd at Mr. Körners. ... 10 January 178310th.Dined with Mr. C. B. Wadström: bad weather all day. ... 11 January 178311th.Snow storm, all day. Dined at Mr. Wadström's. ... 12 January 178312th.This day I went into the country, and spent the day at Mr. Kanterberg's the brother in law of Mr. Wadström. ... 13 January 178316 January 178313th.–16th.This morning Mr. Schiebe set out for Gottenburgh Göteborg. I am to overtake him to morrow morning in Linkiöping. I dined at old Mr. Wadström's... 17 January 178317th.This Day I went with Mr. Schiebe to the exchange, and met there with Count Greco, who has been here already a week. He proposed to me to go wi... 18 January 178318th.I left Gottenburg this morning in Company with Count Greco, Mr. Khrumppöck a Sea officer in the Dutch service, and Mr. Gadelius a young Swedis... 19 January 178319th.We arrived at Drolhetta at about 5. o'clock this afternoon, but at the last post we were obliged to leave our carriage on account of the quant... 20 January 178320th.This morning we went to see the falls which did not answer my expectations, but this place is still more famous for the expence the Sweeds hav... 21 January 178321st.This morning we left our carriage at Wennersborg, and took slays, for Udevalla where we arrived at about 5. o'clock P. M. This is the town to ... 22 January 178322d.This day we dined and supped at Mr. Gadelius's mother's, in company with several Gentlemen of this town. ... 23 January 178323d.We dined at Mr. Williamson's; a merchant of this place; in the evening we went to the assembly where we stay'd till about 1 o'clock in the mor... 24 January 178324th.This morning at about 10 o'clock I set out from Udevalla all alone in a Slay for Gottenburgh. When I came to the third station I was obliged t... 25 January 178325th.This morning I arrived at Gottenburg at about 9 o'clock in the morning. Went to Change; found the Count left Gottenburg the day before yesterd... 26 January 178326th. Sunday.I Dined this day at Mr. Kåhre's in company with Mr. De L'isle and Mr. Cederström a merchant of this town who has a brother lately established ... 27 January 178327th. Monday.This morning I carried my Letters of introduction to the Baron Ahlströmmer's and Mr. Arfvidson's. I dined at Baron Claes Ahlströmmer; after di... 28 January 178328th. tuesd.Dined at Mr. Cederströms this day. In the afternoon I went to see a Gentleman whose name is Beckmann. ... 29 January 178329th. Wednesd.I receiv'd this day several letters from Messrs. Wadström at Norrkiöping. ... 30 January 178330th. Thursd.This day I din'd at Mr. Greigg's a merchant of this Place. In the evening I went to the assembly, which is much more brilliant here than ... 31 January 178331st.This day I dined at a tavern in town with the French Consul and several other Gentlemen: in the evening I went to the Play, which is certainly... 1 January 178331 January 1783Januarius. 1783.Parti de Stockholm le 31. Dec're 1782. Arrivé à Norrkiöping le 1. Janvier. 1783. Depart de Norrkiöping le 14. à 2 heures du matin, arrivé á Go... February 1783 1 February 1783February 1783. 1st. Saturday.This morning Mr. Schiebe left this place to go to Marstrand where he intends to stay some days. ... 2 February 17832d. Sunday.I dined this day at Mr. Erskine's the English Consul: in the evening I went to the play. Supped at Baron Patrick Ahlströmmer's. ... 3 February 17833d. Monday.I spent the evening and supped with a numerous company at counseller Arvidson's. ... 6 February 17836th. Thursd.Dined this day with a great deal of Company at Baron Claes Ahlströmmers; in the evening I went to the play and afterwards I return'd again to ... 8 February 17838th. Saturday.This forenoon Mr. Schiebe arrived here from Marstrand, we decided to set out next Tuesday for Copenhagen. ... 10 February 178311 February 178310th.–11th. Monday–Tuesday.Last evening at about 10 o'clock I went to a Mascarade Ball which we had in Town. As it was but the second that has ever been given in this pl... 12 February 178312th. Wednesd.We came this day as far as Warberg Varberg which is about 6. miles Swed: from Kungsbacka. The roads are so terrible bad that we shall not be a... 13 February 178313th. Thursd.We rose this morning at about 7. o'clock and left Warberg, we rode till about Nine o'clock this evening when we arrived at Halmstad. The dista... 14 February 178314th. Friday.After having rode this day about 8. miles Swedish, we arrived at about 9. o'clock, P.M. At Helsingborg Hälsingborg which is the last town in S... 15 February 178315th. Saturd.Having left Helsingborg this morning at about 10' o'clock, we pass'd the Sound and at about 11. we arriv'd at Elseneur Helsingör which is the ... 16 February 178316th.This morning I went with the Count and Mr. Schiebe to see the royal Cabinet of curiosities which is vast; but not much in order; there are som... 17 February 178317th. Mond.This forenoon We went to see a Gentleman who has a Cabinet of Curiosities, in Painting, sea shells and insects. His Cabinet is pretty well fur... 18 February 178318th. Tuesd.Mr. Schiebe and I have engaged places in the vessel that is to sail for Kiel but the wind is contrary at present. This day I went and carried ... 19 February 178319th. Wednesd.This forenoon Mr. Heiliger; a Gentleman from the Danish West India's, and who has liv'd in America some time, came to see me. The wind ... 20 February 178320th. Thurd.This forenoon I went and pay'd a visit to Mr. Heiliger, who invited me to dine with him at a Club of which he is member; he invited at the sam... 22 February 178322d. Saturday.We dined this day with a numerous company at Mr. Lycke's. In the evening I went to the play and had there an occasion of seeing the King, and ... 23 February 178323d. Sunday.This afternoon I went and paid a visit to the Baron de la Houze the French Minister here; he offer'd to send any letter I should write to my F... 24 February 178324th. Mond.This morning I went to pay a visit to the Baron de la Houze. When I return'd to the Hotel at about 12 o'clock I found the Count and Mr. Schieb... 25 February 178325th.The wind continued bad all day. In the afternoon the Count went on shore. ... 26 February 178326th.The Count came on board to take us on shore with him so we left our trunks on board and having told the Captain to let us know when the wind b... 1 February 178328 February 1783Februarius. 1783.11. Depart de Gottenbourg a 8. heures du matin. Nous arrivames á Copenhague le 15. à 8 heures du soir. ... March 1783 1 March 178331 March 1783Martius. 1783.5. Depart de Copenhague et l'10 arriveé à Hambourg. ... April 1783 1 April 178330 April 1783Aprilis. 1783.5. Depart de Hambourg arriveé à Breme Bremen le. 6. Nous y restames jusques au 12. À 3. heures de l'aprés midi que nous partimes pour Amsterda... May 1783 20 May 1783Majus. 1783. 20me.Diné à Rotterdam chés Mr. Van Berkel ancien bourguemaitre de la ville, et presentement ministre Plenipotentiaire de L. L. H. H. P. P. ... 23 May 178323.Diné à Schevening sur les dunes. ... 24 May 178324.Partis pour Amsterdam, y arrivai le 25. à 6 heures du matin. ... 27 May 1783Le 27.J'en partis a 11. heures et J'arrivai á la Haye le même jour à dix heures du soir. ... June 1783 3 June 1783Junius. 1783. 3me.Je fus diner à Rotterdam avec Monsieur Baron qui s'en retourne à Paris. ... July 1783 14 July 1783Julius. 1783. 14.Je fus à Delft avec Monsr. Fitch et sa compagnie, qui partent pour L'Angleterre. ... 22 July 178322.A 11 heures du soir mon Pere arriva de Paris. ... 26 July 178326.Je partis de la Haye á 6 heures du matin avec mon Pere, arrivé a Amsterdam á 1. heure aprés midi. ... 28 July 178328.Diné chés Mr. W. Willink. ... 29 July 178329.Diné chés Mr. Ingraham. ... 30 July 178330.Nous retournames à la Haye. ... 6 August 17835 December 1783TitlePage August 1783 6 August 1783August. 6th. 1783. Wednesday.This morning, I set out from the Hague, in Company with my Father; at about half past 4. o'clock in the morning. At 7. we arrived at Rotterdam... 7 August 1783Aug. 7th. Thursday.We were going this morning at about 3. We arrived at 7. at Antwerp. After breakfast we went to the cathedral Church, to see the Paintings. The... 8 August 1783Aug. 8th. Friday.This morning we set out from Halle at about 3 o'clock, and rode without interruption untill we arrived at Cambray at about 2 1/2 afternoon. We... 9 August 1783Aug. 9th. SaturdayWe Left Roye this morning about 5. o'clock and rode as far as Chantilly without Interruption. We dined at Chantilly, and I went to see the Gar... 10 August 1783Aug. 10th. Sunday.This morning, at about 10 o'clock, I accompanied my Father to Passy, to see Dr. Franklin whom I knew already, and Mr. Jay, the american Minist... 11 August 1783Aug. 11th. Monday.This morning Mr. Hartley the British Minister for making Peace, came to pay a visit to my Father, but as he was out he desired to see me. ... 12 August 1783Aug. 12th. Tuesday.This morning my Father went to Versailles. At half past 12. I met the Abbé Arnaud at the Thuileries, and we walk'd together to Passy. I dined ... 15 August 1783Aug. 15th. Friday.This day I dined at Passy at Dr. Franklin's with a numerous Company. In the evening I went to the Comedy at the Bois de Boulogne. Beverlei and... 16 August 1783Aug. 16th. Saturday.Dined at Mr. Brantsen's; the Dutch Ambassadors, with a great deal of Company. In the evening I went to the French Comedy; the pieces r... 20 August 1783Aug. 20th. Wednesday.Dined at Passy with the Abbé de Chalut. ... 21 August 1783Aug. 21st. Thursday.This day My Father had a great Company to dine with him. ... 22 August 1783Aug. 22d. Friday.This forenoon at 11 o'clock, I went, in Company with My Lord Ancram, Mr. Stewart and my father to see the Academy of the Abbe L'epée, who has ... 23 August 1783Aug 23d. Saturday.This morning I went and paid a visit to the Baron de la Houze the Minister of France at the Court of Denmark, who is here at present by Congé,... 24 August 178324.Comédie Italienne voyage de Rosine et Felix ou l'enfant trouvé. ... 25 August 178325.Comédie Italienne le bon ménage, et Blaise et Babet. Mr. T——r returned. ... 27 August 1783Aug. 27th.This forenoon I went to see the Pictures which are exposed to view in the Gallery of the Louvre; there are some good paintings there amongst a... 28 August 1783Aug. 28th. Thursday.The Journal de Paris of this day, says a great deal about the flying globe. It speaks of it as follows. The following verses were also in the ... 29 August 1783Aug 29th. Friday.The Journal de Paris of this day, speaks as follows of the flying globe. ... September 1783 2 September 1783September. 2d. 1783.Dined at Auteuil. French Comedy: le Joueur et le Retour imprévu. ... 3 September 17833.Signature of the Definitive Treaty. ... 4 September 17834.Dined at Mr. Hartley's. ... 7 September 17837.C. Ital: Blaise et Babet, a la Clochette. ... 9 September 17839.Diné à Passi. C. Ital: Jeannot et Colin, l'heureuse Erreur et les Vendangeurs. ... 10 September 178310.Diné à Auteuil. Eclipse totale de la Lune. ... 11 September 178311.C. Ital: Blaise et Babet et Isabelle et Gertrude. ... 13 September 178313.C. Fr: Mercure galant et Partie de Chasse de Henri 4. ... 14 September 178314.Fete de S: Cloud. Diné entre là et Auteuil. M: T——r parti. ... 16 September 178316.Varietés Amusantes Foire St. Laurent. ... 20 September 1783Saturday Septr. 20th.The enthusiasm of the People of Paris for the flying Globes is very great, several Propositions have been made from Persons, who to enjoy the ... 22 September 1783Monday Septr. 22th.This morning (as my Father has been for some days very ill and the Country air being thought necessary for him) we removed from Paris to Auteu... 24 September 178324.Mme. Ridley accouchée. ... 26 September 178326.Diné chés M: Franklin. ... 30 September 178330.Départ de M. Barclay. ... October 1783 17 October 1783October. 17. 1783.Diné chéz M: l'Abbé de Chalut. ... 20 October 1783Monday October 20th. 1783.Left Auteuil, with my Father, for London, at about 9 o'clock in the morning; rode 9 ½ posts as far as St. Just and stopp'd for the night. ... 21 October 1783Tuesday. 21st.Set away from St. Just at about 7 ½ o'clock; dined at Amiens; the Capital of the Province of Picardy: stopp'd at Abbeville; after having rode ... 22 October 1783Wednesday 22d.In our Carriage at 6 o'clock, went 9 posts before dinner. Dined at Boulogne. Arrived at Calais at about 7 ½ o'clock having rode 13. posts. Lod... 23 October 178324 October 1783Thursday 23d –Friday. Octr. 24th..This morning at 10 o'clock we went on board the Packet Boat; for Dover. We got out of the harbour with a great deal of difficulty as the wind ... 25 October 1783Saturday. Octr. 25.We set away from Dover in a post chaise and pair; went through Canterbury; the chief see of all England. We were told there was a curious Cath... 26 October 1783Sunday Octr. 26th.We came away from Dartford at about 8. o'clock; and arrived at London at about 11: the distance from Dover is. 72, miles: we took up Lodgings ... 28 October 1783Tuesday. 28th.The forenoon we went to see the Monuments in Westminster Abbey: we saw a great Collection of tombs of Kings, Heroes, Statesmen, and Poets. The... 29 October 1783Wednesday 29th.Took private lodgings; at Mr. Stockdale's, opposite Burlington House Piccadilly. ... 30 October 1783Thursday 30th.This forenoon I went with some Gentlemen and Ladies to dine out of town. We pass'd over Westminster Bridge and Black Friars, and went through ... 31 October 1783Friday Octr. 31st.Dined at Mr. Vaughan's: in the evening we went to the Drury Lane Theatre, where Isabella, or the Fatal marriage and the Irish Widow, ... November 1783 1 November 1783Saturday November 1. 1783.This morning I went with Mr. W. Vaughan to see the Paintings of Mr. Pine, and Mr. Copley, and Sir Joshua Reynolds. The Death of the Earl of Ch... 2 November 1783Sunday Novr. 2. 1783.I went this forenoon to take a view of St. Paul's Church, which is the largest, and most magnificent Protestant church now standing and except... 3 November 1783Monday Novr. 3. 1783.Went in the Evening to the theatre, Drury Lane where Measure for Measure, with the Apprentice were represented. Mrs. Siddons play'd t... 4 November 1783Tuesday Novr. 4th.This forenoon we went with Messrs. Jay, Bingham, and W. Vaughan, to see the Holophusicon, or Sir Ashton Lever's Museum; there is an im... 6 November 1783Thursday Novr. 6th. 1783.This day, being Term day, we went, with Mr. Jennings, and saw the procession of the Lawyers, and Judges to Westminster Hall; and we saw ... 7 November 1783Friday Novr. 7th.In the forenoon I went with M: W. Vaughan; and saw the Pantheon; a place of public entertainment; it is only remarkable for one Room which is very lar... 8 November 1783Saturday Novr. 8. 1783.Went with Mr. West to see the Queen's Palace called Buckingham House; from its having been built by Villiers: Duke of Buckingham; in the first... 9 November 1783Sunday 9th.Dined at Dr. Jebbs. ... 10 November 1783Monday Novr. 10th.Went to the Covent Garden Theatre. King Henry VIII. and the Lord Mayor's day, or a flight to Lapland; with the Grand Procession. Lord Mayor's ... 11 November 1783Tuesday Novr. 11th.This day the Parliament met for the first Time; the Prince of Wales took his seat in the House of Peers, as duke of Cornwall, the King also ma... 12 November 1783Wednesday Novr. 12th. 1783.Went to the Drury Lane Theatre; the pieces represented were, the West Indian and Fortunatus. ... 13 November 1783Thursday Novr. 13th.Dined at Mr. J. Johnson. In the evening we went to see the Transactions of the Royal Society; but unluckily we happened to come on a v... 14 November 1783Friday Novr. 14th.Dined with Mr. Grierson. In the evening; we went to see Hughes's Royal Circus, or exercises of equitation, which are not equal to those perfor... 15 November 1783Saturday Novr. 15th.Dined at Mr. West's. In the evening I went to the Covent Garden Theatre, and saw Douglas, and the Poor Soldier: Mrs. Crawford appeared in ... 16 November 1783Sunday Novr. 16th.Dined at Mr. Hartley's. ... 17 November 1783Monday Novr. 17th.Dined at Mr. W. Vaughan's: spent the evening at Mr. Fitch's. ... 18 November 1783Tuesday Novr. 18th.Dined at Mr. Oswald's. ... 20 November 1783Thursday Novr. 20th.Dined at Mr. Rogers's. ... 21 November 1783Friday Novr. 21st.Dined with Mr. Fitch at the St. Albans Tavern. ... 23 November 1783Sunday. Novr. 23d.Dined with Mr. Champion. ... 24 November 1783Monday Novr. 24th.Genl. Roberdeau, and his Son dined with us. In the Evening, we went with Mr. West to the Academy of Painting sculpture and Architectu... 25 November 1783Tuesday Novr. 25th.Went to the Covent Garden Theatre, and saw the Castle of Andalusia, with the Devil upon two Sticks. ... 26 November 1783Wednesday Novr. 26th.Went again to the Covent Garden Theatre, and saw the Magic Picture with the Quaker. ... 29 November 1783Saturday Novr. 29th.In the morning at about 9 o'clock, set out for Richmond which is 10. miles from London, and said to be the most Beautiful Spot in England, and... 30 November 1783Sunday. Novr. 30th.Dined at Mr. Bingham's. ... December 1783 1 December 1783Monday Decr. 1st. 1783.This evening I went with Mr. West to the Academy of Painting &c. and had the same entertainment as that of which I spoke last Monday. ... 2 December 1783Tuesday Decr. 2d.This day my father dined out; in the evening I went to the Drury Lane Theatre, had the Beaux Stratagem with the Ladies Frolick. ... 5 December 1783Friday Decr. 5th. 1783.In the evening I went to the Covent Garden Theatre, and saw the Merchant of Venice, with Love a la Mode; a young Lady appeared for the first Time she ... 6 December 1783Saturday. Decr. 6th. 1783.Dined at Mr. W. Vassal's at Clapham. ... 1784 August 1784 8 August 1784Sunday August 8th. 1784.Left London, travelled to Sittingbourne. 43. miles. ... 9 August 17849th.Monday arrived at Dover and sailed for Calais. ... 10 August 178410th.Tuesday 5. A. M. arrived at Calais, in the afternoon took Post, and went as far as Boulogne, 4. Posts. ... 11 August 178411th.Wednesday went from Boulogne to Amiens. ... 12 August 178412th.Thursday, from Amiens to Chantilly. ... 13 August 178413th.Friday, visited the curiosities at Chantilly. Arrived at Paris. ... 15 August 1784Sunday August 15th. 1784.Dined at Mr. Barclay's. ... 16 August 1784Monday 16th.Dined at Mr. Hartleys. ... 17 August 1784Tuesday 17th.Moved out to Auteuil. ... 18 August 1784Wednesday 18th.Coll. Humphreys arrived. ... 19 August 178419th.Thursday went into Paris shopping. ... 21 August 1784Saturday. 21st.Went to Paris. Gave Gregson a watch to repair. Am to have it again, Wednesday next. ... 22 August 1784Sunday August 22d.Mr. Jefferson and his Daughter, Coll: Humphreys, and Genl. dined with us. ... 24 August 178424th.Tuesday morning. Went to Paris. ... 25 August 178425th.Wednesday dined at the Abbé de Chalut's. ... 26 August 1784Thursday 26th.Went to Gregson's for Watches. He was not at home. ... 27 August 178427th.Friday dined with the Abbés at Passi. ... 28 August 1784Saturday28th.We had a large Company to dine with us. ... 30 August 178430th.Monday afternoon went into Paris. Subscribed for the Journal de Paris. Drank tea with Mrs. Valnais. ... September 1784 1 September 1784Wednesday September 1st.Dined at Dr. Franklin's. ... 2 September 17842d.Thursday morning went into Paris. ... 3 September 1784Friday 3d.Mr. and Mrs. Mather, and Mrs. Hay dined with us. Went to the French Comedy and saw le mariage de Figaro. ... 4 September 1784Saturday4th.Dined with Mr. Jefferson. Went to the Italian Comedy in the Evening; had la fausse magie, and Zemire et Azor. ... 5 September 17845th.Sunday dined at Mr. Grand's at Passy. Went after dinner to the Chateau de la Muette and saw the Dauphin. ... 6 September 17846th.Monday Mr. Tracy dined with us. ... 7 September 1784Tuesday7th.Dined at Mr. Tracy's and went in the evening to see la métromanie, and Crispin Rival de son Maitre, at the french Comedy. ... 10 September 178410th.Friday went into Paris in the afternoon. ... 11 September 1784Saturday11th.Had Company to dine with us. ... 1785 1 January 178530 June 1786Titlepage January 1785 1 January 178530 June 1786Dedication January 1785 1 January 1785January 1st. 1785. Saturday.Compliments to the Royal family at Versailles. My father carried twenty Guineas to distribute among the servants of the great folks, a tribute... 4 January 17854th.Paris. Varietés; at the palais Royal. Small Théatre, built in three weeks time. Le nouveau parvenu. Le palais du bon gout. L'lntenda... 4 January 17854th.Old Mr. Grand, and Dr. Bancroft. In the evening Mr. Chaumont and Mr. Franklin. ... 7 January 17857th.Company to dine. The Abbés wrote a billet to excuse themselves. ... 10 January 178510th.Varietés. Le faux talisman, La théatromanie; Oui ou non. Poor Stuff. A good deal of genteel Company. ... 14 January 178514th.Paris. At the post; paid 235. livres for a parcel of packets. Walk'd in the Palais Royal. Large Company. Few Ladies. ... 17 January 178517th.Paris. Italian Theatre. 1st. Representation of Alexis et Justine. Went before 5. o'clock. Could not find one place high nor low. Went... 18 January 178518th.Ambassador's day at Versailles, every Tuesday. Mr. A. went. Alexis et Justine, succeeded very well last night at the Italians. Words, Monvel,... 19 January 178519th.Paris. Mr. Appleton, and Mr. Parker, went for England. Saw Mr. Waring. Breakfasted at the Hôtel de Modene. Appleton and Parker set off... 20 January 178520th.Mlle: Remaldi, appeared last night at the Italian Comedy, for the first time, in the part of Lyse, in le jugement de Midas, and succe... 21 January 178521st.Paris. Dined at Mr. Jeffersons. Captn. Paul Jones told us the Marquis de la Fayette was arrived.Vrais Principes de la Langue Française, Synonimes Fran... 25 January 178525th.Mr. Jefferson, and Mr. Short. The Marquis de la Fayette is not arrived. Mrs. Barclay. ... 26 January 178526th.Mr. A: Paris. A Gentleman brought a Letter from Mr. Jay, which came by the Marquis de la Fayette: who will arrive this evening at Ver... 27 January 178527th.Company to dine Mr. d'Asp, and another Swedish gentleman. Mr. Setaro a Portuguese gentleman in the Evening. Mr. Williams spent the evening wit... 28 January 178528th.Paris in the Evening. French Theatre. Iphigenie en Aulide, of Racine, and l'Aveugle Clairvoyant. Though the tragedy is perhaps the best that i... 29 January 178529th.Paris afternoon, alone. Mr. Jeffersons. He looks much afflicted. The last letters, brought him news of the death of one of his daughters: ... 30 January 178530th.Mr. A. met Mr. Jefferson, at Paris, in the forenoon. The Marquis de la Fayette was here in the evening. He appears very well satisfied with h... 31 January 178531st.Paris in the afternoon. French Theatre. Abdir, and le Roi de Cocagne. Abdir is a new piece. This was only the 2d. Representation: ’tis the his... February 1785 3 February 17853d.Paris. In the afternoon with Mr. A. went for the books arrived from London. Not to be found. Bought other books. Weather somewhat cold... 4 February 17854th.Snowy, stormy weather all the morning, but clear in the afternoon. Mrs. and Miss A. went to Paris, and at length got, the long expected Books.... 5 February 17855th.Stormy Weather. Mr. A. went to Passy in the morning, and to the Marquis's afternoon. A Letter from Mr. Dana: a vessel arrived at L'Ori... 6 February 17856th.Enter Miss A. in the evening, and cries out, “Callahan is arrived, and a bushel of Letters. One for you Sir from C. Storer:” and away she fle... 7 February 17857th.Dined at Mr. Jefferson's. Masks in the rue de Fauxbourg St. Antoine and in the ruë St. Honoré. With reason, are the Parisians called b... 8 February 17858th.Coll. Humphreys. In the afternoon, went through Passy, to Paris. Mr. Jefferson's. Saw the Masks again, a vast number more to day than yesterda... 11 February 178511th.Paris Afternoon. Coll. Humphreys and Mr. Short, went with us to see Astley's equestrian exercises which, may be seen once or twice with pleasu... 12 February 178512th.Mr. A. Dined in Paris at the Duke of Dorset's. Very cold weather: as much so, I think, as any, we have had this Season. ... 14 February 178514th.Dined at Dr. Franklin's with a great deal of Company, among the rest Dr. Jeffries who lately cross'd with Mr. Blanchard, from Dover to Calais.... 15 February 178515th.Paris, afternoon. Carried Mr. A's Letter to the Abbé de Mably, requesting him to write a moral, and political Catechism. The Abbés de Chalût a... [view document]... 16 February 178516th.Paris, afternoon. Returned to Messrs: le Couteulx, for Mr. Gs business and finished it. Mr. Jefferson's. A man of universal learning and very ... 19 February 178519th.Dined at the Swedish Ambassadors: the Company was not very numerous: a number of Sweeds, one, who lately came from America: the Ambassador ... 21 February 178521st.All dined at the Marquis de la Fayette. There was a considerable company, mostly composed of Americans. We saw two of the Marquis's children; ... 22 February 178522d.My father went to Versailles. Mr. Short went with him to be presented at Court. Variable Weather: much Snow in the morning, fair weather at no... 24 February 178524th.Paris in the morning. Mr. Williams and Mr. Franklin went with us. They breakfasted at M: de St. Olympe's. I went to Gogué et Née de la Rochell... 25 February 178525th.Paris. At the Opera. Panurge dans l'lsle des Lanternes; a new Opera. 12th time. Words, which are very indifferent M: Morel: music, which is ex... 26 February 178526th.M: de St: Olympe: Mr. Franklin and Mr. Williams dined with us. The first is a west Indian; who is going in a short time to America: Mr. Frankl... 27 February 178527th.Mr. Pickman brought a Letter from Mr. Tracey. Cold weather. ... 28 February 178528th.Paris. Bought of Froullé bookseller quai des Augustins Crevier's Histoire des Empereurs Romains. Spent half an hour with Mr. Blakely: ... March 1785 1 March 1785Tuesday March 1st. 1785.Coldest weather we have had this year. Reaumur's thermometer at 8 degrees below the freezing point. Abbé de Chalût told me last evening, that ... 2 March 17852d.Paris afternoon. La Servante Maitresse, and, the 20th. Representation of Richard Coeur de Lion, an Opera, at the Italian Comedy. The words ar... 4 February 17854th.Letters from America as late as January 1st. by the way of England: One from Mr. Jay at New York, of Jany 14th to the Ministers, informing the... 5 March 17855th.Company to dine. Mr. Bleakly took charge of some Letters for London, one for Mr. Elworthy. He goes on Monday. Mr. Pickman sets out fo... 7 March 17857th.Dined at the Marquis de la Fayettes. The Chevalier de la Luzerne dined there has been in the Country for some Months past. M: de Camaran a young frenc... 9 March 17859th.Paris. Mr. Williamos went with us to see the Gallery of Pictures belonging to the Duke de Chartres in the Palais Royal. It is one of the ... 11 March 178511th.Paris afternoon. Got of Froullé Brindley's Virgil. Went to see Mr. Pickman, at the Hotel de york. He intends setting away for London, next Mon... 12 March 178512th.Paris afternoon with Mrs. A. upon some business for Mrs. Hay, who is at Beaugency. Mr. Graff au magazin de dentelles Rue des deux portes St. S... 14 March 178514th.Walk'd into Paris in the morning. Hôtel de York Rue Jacob. Mr. Pickman set away for England by the Diligence, at noon. Found Mr. Boling at the... 15 March 178515th.Paris in the afternoon, with Mr. A. Got of Froullé, the Horace and Ovid of Brindleys edition. While I was in the Shop, we heard a lit... 16 March 178516th.Mr. West, came out, and brought to Mr. Adams, two letters from Mr. Jackson. ... 17 March 178517th.Dined at Dr. Franklin's with a considerable large Company. Mr. Brillon, an old french gentleman very gay and talkative. Young Mr. Chaumont wh... 18 March 178518th.Paris afternoon. Went to see Mr. and Mrs. Rooker and Mr. West, but neither were at home. Walk'd an hour in the Palais Royal: met Mr. Waring th... 20 March 178520th.My father went to Versailles in the morning to see the Count de Vergennes, upon the subject of a Treaty between the U. States, and the Powers ... 23 March 178523d.Paris. Hotel de york, rue Jacob: for Mr. West. I went with him and presented him to the Marquis de la Fayette, and afterwards to Mr. Jefferson... 24 March 178524th.Mr. Adams and the Ladies went to the church of St. Sulpice, and afterwards to Longchamps. This day the king washes the feet of 12 poor childre... 25 March 178525th.Good Friday. Went in the afternoon to Longchamps. This is the last Day. Every year; the wednesday, thursday, and friday, of the week preceding... 26 March 178526th.Paris afternoon. Froullé, books upon astronomy. Went to see Mr. West and Mr. Waring but neither was at home. Messieurs Van den Yver bankers Ru... 27 March 178527th.Sunday. Mr. Adams dined with Mr. de St. Olympe's and spent the evening at Mr. Jefferson's. At about seven o'clock in the evening the Queen, wa... 28 March 178528th.Snow in the morning sufficient to cover the ground. Dined at the Marquis de la Fayette's. When I arrived there the Marquis was not returned fr... 29 March 178529th.Dr. Franklin's early in the morning. Coll. Humphreys breakfasted with us, and went with Mr. Adams to Versailles, where they were presented for... 30 March 178530th.Mr. Adams dined at the Spanish Ambassador's, Count d'Aranda, an old man 70 years of age, who married, last year a young woman of 20. Peace be ... 31 March 178531st.Madame de la Fayette sent a Card to offer us places for the Te Deum, which is to be sung tomorrow at Nôtre Dame, when the king is to be ... April 1785 1 April 1785Friday April 1st. 1785.The Marchioness appointed two o'clock for us to be at her Hôtel. We dined at half after twelve, and were in the Rue de Bourbon at two, but it ... 3 April 17853d.Mrs. and Miss Adams, went into Paris in the evening: and went with young Mr. Franklin and Mrs. Hewson to the Concert Spiritual. ... 4 April 17854th.All the family dined with the Marquis de la Fayette, who entertains all the Americans every Monday. There were however very few there this Day... 6 April 17856th.Went and dined in Paris with Mr. Jefferson. Immediately after dinner Coll. Humphreys, Mr. Williamos and myself went to the Louvre, where the A... 7 April 17857th.Mrs. Hewson, and her children Mr. Franklin, Mr. Ruston, Mrs. Barclay, and Mr. West dined with us. Mrs. Hewson, goes next week for England. ... 9 April 17859th.In the afternoon went into Paris. Carried 21. Louis d'ors to Mrs. Barclay. Got of Froullé an Eutropius, and a Historiae Augustae Scriptores; c... 10 April 178510th.Mr. Jefferson came out to Auteuil in the morning. Count Sarsfield walk'd out. Fine weather though somewhat cold. Some rain too is wanted very ... 11 April 178511th.Dined with Mr. Adams at the Marquis de la Fayette's. There was not much American Company: M: le Marquis de St. Simon, who has served in ... 12 April 178512th.Mr. Williamos came out in the morning, and went with Mr. A, to Versailles. Good weather: very mild; but rain is much wanted. ... 14 April 178514th.Marquis de la Fayette and his Lady, Count and Countess d'Ouradou the Abbés de Chalût and Arnoux dined with us. M: d'Ouradou, is a french noble... 15 April 178515th.Went to Paris in the morning with Mr. A. At the Pont Royal, I got out of the Carriage, and went to see my friend Mr. West. He has been ever si... 16 April 178516th.Went with Mrs. A into Paris in the afternoon. Got a book of Pissot, and Brindley's Terence, la folle journée, and Vossius de hist. grae: of F... 18 April 178518th.Mr. D'Asp, the secretary of the Swedish Ambassy, came out and dined with us en famille. After dinner I went into Paris. Mr. West is still very ... 19 April 178519th.Went all to dine with Mr. Jefferson. The two abbés Dr. McMahon and Dr. Ruston, were there. After dinner I walk'd to the Hôtel de Bretagne, and... 21 April 178521st.In the morning Coll. Humphreys, and Mr. Williamos, called upon me, and I went out with them as far as St. Germain en Laye where James the 2d. ... 22 April 178522d.Mr. A. received in the morning a Card from Dr. Franklin informing him that a person who came in the Packet had called upon him last evening: a... 23 April 178523d.In the afternoon I went into Paris. Saw Mr. West and Dr. Ruston who propose going to England, next week. I afterwards went to see for a Cabrio... 24 April 178524th.Mr. Jarvis and Mr. Lefevre, came out and dined with us. Mr. Jarvis offers me the carriage they came in from L'Orient: but it is at Versailles.... 25 April 178525th.The Ladies dined with the Marquis de la Fayette. We went there before dinner. Mr. Williamos tells me the Abbé de Mably is dead. He was very ol... 26 April 178526th.I went in the morning to the Sweedish Ambassador's Hôtel to go with Mr. d'Asp, and see the Abbé Grenet, but I was too late and Mr. d'Asp was g... 27 April 178527th.In the afternoon I went into Paris with the Ladies; left them before the Jardin des Tuileries. Walk'd to the Hotel de Bretagne; West was out. ... 28 April 178528th.Mr. West came out to Auteuil and dined with us. After dinner I went into Paris, with him: we went to meet Dr. Ruston and then proceeded all to... 29 April 178529th.We expected to have had a large Company to dine with us; but Mr. Hailes brought the excuses of the Duke of Dorset; who was this morning sent f... 30 April 178530th.I went into Paris in the morning, and called upon Mr. d'Asp the secretary of the Sweedish Embassy, and we went together, to the Abbé Grenet's,... May 1785 1 May 1785Sunday May 1st. 1785.Mr. Jarvis came out and dined with us at Auteuil. In the afternoon, Mr. Jefferson came out; he drank tea with us. No Rain yet: the drought is ... 2 May 17852d.Mr. A and myself went and dined with the Marquis de la Fayette, Comte and Chevalier de la Luzerne, Comte de la Touche, General du Portail: A L... 3 May 17853d.Mr. A: went to Versailles, it being Ambassador's Day. As he was passing through an entry at the Count de Vergennes's, a Servant presented him ... 4 May 17854th.In the afternoon I went into Paris alone: went to the Griffon, Rue de Bussy and bought some Stationary. To the Hôtel de Nassau Rue de la Harpe... 5 May 17855th.All dined at Mr. Jefferson's, with Marquis and Marquise de la Fayette, Count and Countess d'Ouradou, Chevalier de la Fayette another french ge... 6 May 17856th.After dinner the Ladies went into Paris: I left them at the Place de Louis 15. and went to Mr. West's lodgings: he had been out to Auteuil in ... 7 May 17857th.Went into Paris early in the morning. Called at the Hôtel d'Orleans, Rue St. Anne. Mr. Wilson, and Mr. Warburton, were going for England at N... 8 May 17858th.Mr. Randall, Mr. Short, Mr. Jarvis, Dr. Ruston, Mr. Williamos, and Mr. Bowdoin, dined with us. The drowth continues, and there is as yet no ap... 9 May 17859th.Walk'd into Paris in the morning, to the Marquis de la Fayette's; to go with him to Mr. Jefferson's upon the subject, of the Importation of ou... 10 May 178510th.Mr. A: went to Versailles, to take leave, of the Court. Mr. Carnes came out. Was all day preparing for my departure, in the evening Mm. de la ... 11 May 178511th.This Day, the King made his grand review, on the Plaines de Sablons. Mr. A. and the Ladies dined at the Sweedish Ambassadors; I had so much to... 12 May 1785Thursday May 12th. 1785.At about 9 o'clock the Cabriolet arrived, and the postillion brought me a Letter from the Countess d'Oradour, by which she informs me ... 13 May 1785May 13th.At four in the morning I left Dreux, and rode, till 9 in the evening without stopping at all: But was then so much fatigued as my Carriage goe... 14 May 178514th.At 5 in the morning I was in my Cabriolet, and never stopp'd anywhere untill I arrived at Rennes, which was at 11. at night. By coming through... 15 May 178515th.Left the Hotel d'Artois, at about 5 in the morning, and was determined not to stop again before I arrived at L'Orient; for I had no Inclinatio... 16 May 178516th.I went to bed immediately on my arrival; rose at about 10 in the morning, sent a man to find out Mr. Barclay. He return'd and told me he was v... 17 May 178517th.Immediately after breakfast I went to Mr. Barclay's. The wind has changed, so that we shall not sail this day. This gives me pleasure, as I ex... 18 May 178518th.In the morning I went to the Post office, and enquired if there were any Letters for me; there were none. I immediately went to Monsr. Mazois,... 19 May 178519th.At about 6 o'clock, the Captain of the Packet, and Mr. Salvius, a Sweedish Gentleman, who intends to go with us, called upon me, to go on boar... 20 May 178520th.I went down into the Port at about 10 o'clock in the morning. Met Mr. Grub who told me, that Mr. Thevenard, had a packet of Letters for me. I ... 21 May 1785Saturday May 21st. 1785.At 6 o'clock in the morning a person came from the Captain, to inform me that the wind was fair, and that I must be on board at 9 o'clock. I w... 22 May 178522d.When we rose in the morning, we were out of sight, of Land. We have nothing now but the ocean and the sky around us. The weather being very fi... 25 May 178525th.We have had fine weather on board ever since we left L'Orient, but have not in general been able to enjoy it on account of sea sickness. We be... 27 May 178527th.Still the same scene fine weather, little wind. At about noon, we spoke to an English brig, Coming from Cadiz, and bound to Ordiné, a small to... 31 May 178531st.High Wind, directly contrary. The Vessel roll'd so much that most of the passengers were sick. We saw yesterday a great number of Porpoises, w... June 1785 1 June 1785Wednesday June 1st. 1785.Small wind. The Season for Calm weather is coming forward, and I am afraid we shall have a long passage; in the afternoon we saw a ship and pa... 4 June 17854th.Our Wind has been very low for several days. 15 or 20 leagues a day is the utmost extent of our route. Mr. Well de Singler is a youth 18 years... 8 June 17858th.Continual calms, and contrary winds. We are now at about 38 degrees of Latitude, and are not far from the western Islands. Consequently we hav... 11 June 178511th.This day being Captain Fournier's, jour de fête, he gave us an excellent entertainment on board: and when his health was drank at the desert, ... 14 June 178514th.Last Evening the wind freshened considerably, and we have now a very fine breeze. It began to be necessary, for the continual calm, th... 15 June 178515th.Still a fine wind. Yesterday, we ran 50 leagues, and in all probability we shall not do less to day. By yesterday I mean the Solar day from no... 18 June 178518th.Our wind is still good but is almost all gone, and we have not run more than 20 or 25 leagues, within the last 48 hours. This forenoon we saw ... 20 June 178520th.Continual calms. Our passage will I fear be a very long one. We have fine weather, but we would willingly agree to have less Sun, and more win... 24 June 178524th.We have been for several days in the trade winds: But have had calm weather till yesterday morning, since when we have had a breeze, which mak... 28 June 178528th.Fine Wind, and good weather. We have for several days run between 40 and 50 leagues every day. In the evening we spoke to an american brig fro... 30 June 178530th.The weather is very good, but the winds begin to be very variable as we approach to the term of the trade winds: by our observation we are now... July 1785 1 July 1785Friday July 1st. 1785.Calm weather all day. In the evening it began to lighten, and our thunder spire was fix'd; this is a small chain, fastened at the mast head; t... 4 July 17854th.Calm weather continually: and so warm that it is almost insupportable. We still esteem ourselves 50 leagues East of the Bermudas. I wish'd ver... 7 July 17857th.At length we have reason to hope that an end is put to the calms with which we have been almost incessantly tormented, and which has kept us a... 9 July 17859th.The air was so effectually cleared by the breaking up of the storms which occupied the atmosphere, that we have had since yesterday morning, a... 11 July 178511th.A fresh breeze, and good wind, at about 11 o'clock, we spy'd a sail, and at ¾ after 12 we spoke to her. Found her to be an English Schooner fr... 14 July 178514th.Yesterday at about 8 o'clock in the morning, we spied a sail, at our windward; her course was nearly the same with ours. We sailed swifter tha... 15 July 178515th.This morning with a fine breeze and good wind, we sounded and found bottom, at about 35 fathom of water: we were from thence convinced... 16 July 178516th.This morning at 7 ½ o'clock the weather, which had been all night very cloudy, began to clear up and a sailor came from the top of the mast an... 17 July 1785Sunday July 17th. 1785.At four in the morning we came to anchor, and weigh'd it again at eight o'clock: we sailed up the North River, and pass'd by the ruins of the ... 18 July 178518th.At about 9 in the morning, I went on shore with my trunks, which were search'd, so that I almost thought myself in Europe again. I went to Cap... 19 July 178519th.Breakfasted with Mr. Gerry and Mr. King. The President of Congress, who was there was so kind as to offer me, a room in his house. I delivered... 20 July 178520th.Mr. Mölich went away at about 6 o'clock. In the forenoon, I delivered the remaining Letters, I had still on my hands. Saw Mr. Searle, with who... 21 July 178521st.At 7 o'clock in the morning I left Cape's tavern, and went to carry one of my trunks, to Water Street N: 7. where Mr. Fontfreyde lives, as I i... 22 July 178522d.Waited upon Mr. Salvius in the morning. He is in a disagreeable situation here; his trunk having been seized by a customhouse officer... 23 July 178523d.After breakfast I went to see Coll. Monroe, and Mr. Hardy, of the Virginia delegation. Call'd upon Mr. Fontfreyde. Lounged about untill near t... 24 July 178524th.Went in the forenoon to St. Paul's church and heard Mr. Doughty preach a sermon upon a text in Corinthians, concerning the knowledge of oursel... 25 July 178525th.Waited upon Major L'Enfant in the morning; gave him a Letter for le Chevalier d'Antroches. The President dined at the french Consul's on Long ... 26 July 178526th.I stroll'd about the town almost all the forenoon; dined with Coll. Monroe, and Mr. Hardy, from Virginia. Mr. A. Lee left town in the afternoo... 27 July 178527th.Breakfasted with Mr. Gerry in Company, with Mr. Söderström the Sweedish Consul at Boston who arrived here lately. Went with Mr. Mölich and vis... 28 July 178528th.Dr. Crosby came and paid me a visit in the morning. I went to see Mr. Jay, and staid about an hour with him. Dined at Cape's tavern wi... 29 July 178529th.Dined with the president and Mr. Harrison, Mr. Osgood was so kind as to give me a Letter for Mr. Clarke at Providence, to whom I can send my t... 30 July 178530th.Called upon the Massachusetts delegates in the morning, and afterwards upon those of Virginia. Dined with a large Company, at the president's.... 31 July 178531st.At about 10 in the morning I cross'd the river with Mr. B. Jarvis and found his brother Charles at Brooklyn. We went from thence to Jamaica wh... August 1785 1 August 1785Monday August 1st. 1785.Return'd to the City at 7 in the morning. Breakfasted with Mr. Jarvis in William Street. Mr. Harrison did not return before noon. Dined with M... 2 August 17852d.Remain'd at home all the morning, writing Letters for Europe, as the british Packet is to sail the day after tomorrow. Dined with Doctor Crosb... 3 August 17853d.Was all the morning writing for the Packet. Dined with the Delegates from Virginia. Coll. Monroe, was a little indisposed: he and Mr. ... 4 August 17854th.The british Packet sailed at about 10, in the morning. The weather was rainy, so I did not go out till almost noon. I then went with Mr. Harri... 5 August 17855th.I went and spent some time with Mr. Fontfreyde, in the forenoon. Dined with a large Company at the President's. It was his musical day, for on... 6 August 17856th.Visited young Mr. Chaumont in the morning, who arrived a few days since from Philadelphia. I went with him to introduce him to the delegates f... 7 August 17857th.Went in the morning to Church: Mr. Harrison who is always with the Ladies squired them there A gentleman preach'd from a text in the Psalms. H... 8 August 17858th.I went out with Mr. Harrison, Mrs. Swift, and Miss Riché, to Content to see Lady Wheate, who is one of the most reputed beauties in t... 9 August 17859th.Dr. Witherspoon visited the President in the morning. I went with Mr. Söderström out of town about a mile, to Mr. Bayard's, who has two ... 10 August 178510th.In the forenoon I went, and sat about an hour with Mr. King. Mr. Gerry was sitting at the grand Committee of Congress in the City Hall. I left... 11 August 178511th.Breakfasted on board the Packet, which is to sail for L'orient next monday; from thence I went a shore on Long Island, and paid a visit to Mad... 12 August 178512th.This morning Mr. Chaumont came, and proposed to me, to buy an horse, so that we might go to Boston together. I have a great inclination, ... 13 August 178513th.This morning the President intended to take a sail down to Sandy-Hook, for the recovery of his Health, but found himself so unwell, that he co... 14 August 178514th.After several attempts to see Mr. van Berkel, he was at length found at home, and declined taking back the horse, though he declared ... 15 August 178515th.Rose at about 6 o'clock in the morning; and tried my horse in the Chaise before one of Mr. Chaumont's: but we could not make him go at all, so... 16 August 178516th.We were going this morning by 5 o'clock, and proceeded as far as Stamford, 12 miles from Rye; 5 miles from which there is a small river, ... 17 August 178517th.At 5 o'clock we were going, and reach'd Fairfield by 9. I there delivered my letters to Mr. Burr and Major Davenport: We were obliged ... 18 August 178518th.In the morning I went to pay a visit to Mr. Platt, and found my old friend Brush there. He introduced me to Mr. Broome, for whom I had Letters... 19 August 178519th.This morning I went with Mr. Brush, and delivered the Letters I had for this place. Mr. Chancey for whom Coll. Humphreys gave me a Le... 20 August 178520th.We tried my horse this morning in Mr. Chaumont Chaise, but could not make him go at all: so we put him before one of his horses and Dupré, his... 21 August 178521st.At six in the morning, we all left Middleton: and rode on to Hartford, where we arrived at about 9. The distance is 14 miles. For several mile... 22 August 178522d.At about 9 this morning, Mr. Broome, and Mr. Brush, left us and set out to return to New-Haven. Breakfasted with Coll. Wadsworth, who afterwar... 23 August 178523d.It was almost seven o'clock before we got under way this morning. We rode about 10 miles and then cross'd Connecticut River; which serves ther... 24 August 178524th.One of the breast plates was broke, and we were obliged to send it a mile and half to be mended this morning, before we could proceed ... 25 August 1785Thursday. August 25th. 1785.St. Louis's day, a great holiday all over France, because it is the fête of their king's patron. Dupré called me up at three o'clock, being de... 26 August 178526th.No person who has not experienced it can conceive how much pleasure there is in returning to our Country after an absence of 6 years especiall... 27 August 178527th.Brother Charles came to town this morning. I paid a number of visits and dined, at Deacon Smith's, with Mr. Otis and his family. At about ... 28 August 178528th.Attended Mr. Wibird's meeting forenoon, and afternoon. His voice and look was as familiar to me, as if I had not been absent. Among the ... 29 August 178529th.At about 9 o'clock I set off for Boston, and stopp'd half an hour, at my uncle Adams's. Saw my Grandmother. I had agreed with Mr. Tyler, to wa... 30 August 178530th.This day the Supreme Judicial Court met, and I went and heard the chief justice, Mr. Cushing deliver the charge to the grand Jury. He... 31 August 178531st.This morning Mr. Chaumont came to the College, with Mr. Toscan, and two other french gentlemen, Mr. Issotier, and Mr. Serano. We went and saw ... September 1785 1 September 1785Thursday September 1st. 1785.Went and sat with Mr. de Chaumont a couple of hours, and afterwards accompanied him, and Mr. Toscan &c to Concert hall; to see Mr. Turner's sc... 2 September 17852d.Mr. Chaumont intended to set out early in the morning for Philadelphia (or rather Albany,) but it rain'd so hard that he was obliged to postpo... 3 September 17853d.Visited the Consul in the morning, and spent an hour with him. At about noon I left Boston, and went before dinner as far as Milton. When I go... 4 September 17854th.Attended the meeting; forenoon, and afternoon. I went after meeting and drank tea, and spent a couple of hours with my uncle Adams. Past 6 o'c... 5 September 17855th.The weather look'd so much like rain in the morning, that we concluded to defer our journey to Haverhill, till to-morrow. Mr. Cranch went to B... 6 September 17856th.At about 9 o'clock in the morning I again tackled my horse into my uncle's Chaise, and we put every thing into it, and set out, and arrived at... 7 September 17857th.We breakfasted early and were on our way by 8 o'clock. We stopp'd at Captain Brookes's house in Mystic, four miles from Cambridge, and about ... 8 September 17858th.I went in the morning down to Mr. Thaxter's office, and spent all the forenoon with him, talking over, old matters. He dined with us, at my un... 9 September 17859th.Spent the forenoon with Mr. Thaxter at his office. He went with me, and introduced me, to Mr. White and his family. His Daughter Miss ... 10 September 178510th.We all dined this day at Mr. White's. The only other strangers present, were Mr. Smith, the minister of the other meeting house in th... 11 September 178511th.Attended Mr. Shaws meeting; forenoon, and afternoon. Took a walk down by the side of the river; with Mr. Thaxter. The Situation of the town is... 12 September 178512th.Spent part of the forenoon with Mr. Thaxter at his Office. At 12 o'clock, we went, to a Collation, given by Dr. Woodbury who is building an ho... 13 September 178513th.At about 9 this morning we left Haverhill, cross'd the river, and stopp'd first at Mr. Symmes's, and afterwards at Mr. French's, but a few min... 14 September 178514th.Dined at Lincoln, and immediately after dinner we again proceeded on our journey and by 5 o'clock, got to Cambridge, which is 12 miles: we cam... 15 September 178515th.This morning my brother Charles and Cousin Cranch, came from Cambridge to see us. I at length went, and got my sword and hat, which have been ... 16 September 178516th.At about 9 this morning I went to Mr. Foster's, and found my Cousin Betsey Cranch ready to go with me. We then set out in the Chaise, and at a... 17 September 178517th.Great part of the day was spent in reading; and writing to my friends in Europe; a vessel is to sail e'er long. At about 4 o'clock, Mr. and Mr... 18 September 178518th.The weather in the morning look'd stormy, and was showery at different times all day. I attended however Mr. Wibird's sermons forenoon and aft... 19 September 178519th.Mr. Cranch went to Boston in the morning. I staid a great part of the day at home writing. Mr. Tyler, was engaged all day, in business. ... 20 September 178520th.Mr. Tyler was again taken up the whole day. In the afternoon I went with my Cousins, over to Weymouth to see Mrs. Tufts who is recovering ... 21 September 178521st.Hazy disagreeable weather: was confined all day to the House, and was for the most part employ'd in preparing my trunks, that are to go to Hav... 22 September 178522d.This morning I sent down a Cart with my two trunks that are going to Haverhill. I intended to go myself in the forenoon, but at length resolv'... 23 September 178523d.At 9 this morning I went to see about getting my trunks to Haverhill: Mr. Cranch told me; they have been put on board a vessel, that will sail... 24 September 178524th.This forenoon I was present at the marriage, of Mr. Nash and Miss Apthorp. They were married in the Chapel by Mr. Parker, as Mr. Free... 25 September 178525th.It continued raining all night, and in the morning so that I could not go out of town. We went to the Chapel, and heard Mr. Freeman preach. Th... 26 September 178526th.Mr. Tyler, was to return last evening, but did not. My two Cousins went last Saturday to Boston and will not return this week. My uncle, went ... 27 September 178527th.Mr. Tyler came from Boston last evening; was pretty busy in the forenoon; I went and paid a visit to Mr. Apthorp, next door neighbour to my un... 28 September 178528th.Doctor Tufts went by in the morning, and took with him, a small trunk for me, to Boston. At about 10 I went for my horse, to Mr. Veasy's. Mr. ... 29 September 178529th.Paid a visit this morning to Mr. Tracey, but he was not at home. At about eleven in the morning I received a billet from my Cousin Betsey, tel... 30 September 178530th.This morning at 7 o'clock I cross'd Charlestown ferry. At about 8 I got into a Chaise with a Mrs. Webster a lady, that I never saw but who has... October 1785 1 October 1785Saturday October 1st. 1785.I have been arguing with myself, whether I had best continue my Journal, or break it off at present. The events for the future will probably b... 2 October 17852d.Attended the meeting forenoon, and afternoon. In the evening I took a walk with Mr. Thaxter. Return'd home early and wrote a Letter to Mr. Tyl... 3 October 17853d.The Weather was so disagreeable in the morning, that my uncle, and Aunt were undetermined whether to set out, or wait till to'morrow, but it c... 4 October 17854th.I began this day to translate the Eclogues of Virgil. What a difference between this Study, and that of a dry barren greek Grammar. But withou... 5 October 17855th.Mr. Thaxter came and dined with us, to day, the first time he has been to see us, since Mr. Shaw went away. In the evening Miss Nancy had Comp... 6 October 17856th.Was invited to Drink tea at Judge Sargeants. But was obliged still to plead the excuse I have already mentioned. I say obliged, because, ... 7 October 17857th.Last Evening Betsey Cranch arrived, and came this morning to see us. She came with Mr. Ben Blodget, the youngest of that family. She is to liv... 8 October 17858th.Mr. Thaxter spent half an hour with us in the forenoon; after dinner my Brother and myself went gunning, from 3 o'clock till dark. The only ga... 10 October 178510th.At about 12 o'clock, I went down to Mr. Thaxter's Office. And soon after I went with him, and paid a visit to Judge Sargeant, who return'd las... 11 October 178511th.The weather begins to grow Cold: and the winter is advancing with hasty strides. In the afternoon I went down to Mr. White's, but they were al... 12 October 178512th.There were not those effects which I expected from last Night's frolic. Though Miss Nancy was not perfectly well to day. In the afternoon I we... 13 October 178513th.Miss Nancy, My Brother and myself dined with Mr. Dodge, to day: Mr. Thaxter was there. He went two or three days ago to Newbury and return'd l... 14 October 178514th.Dined this day at Judge Sargeants. Mr. Payson, his Son in Law, Mr. Thaxter, and my brother were there. The judge will set out to-morrow, to ri... 15 October 178515th.We had this day, two young Gentlemen, to dine with us. Mr. Saml. Brooks from the Academy, at Exeter, where they have at present a vacation for... 16 October 178516th.We had no minister to day, at our meeting house. Nancy went to the other in the forenoon, and Tommy in the afternoon. I stayd at home all day.... 17 October 178517th.There happened a very considerable alteration in the weather, during the course of the last Night. Yesterday the weather was uncommonly warm, ... 18 October 178518th.This morning I rose about half an hour before the Sun, and walk'd two or three miles before breakfast. Spent half an hour, with Mr. Thaxter at... 19 October 178519th.We went out between 9 and 10 this morning, in order to take, a walk, and look at the troops, for this day there happened to be a regimental mu... 20 October 178520th.Spent the whole day at home. Miss Nancy spent the afternoon and evening at Mr. Duncan's. In the beginning of the Evening my uncle and Aunt arr... 21 October 178521st.Stormy weather all day. It is a very lucky circumstance, that Mr. and Mrs. Shaw return'd yesterday, as they would have had a very disagreeable... 22 October 178522d.The weather has been all day, pretty much the same as it was yesterday, an high wind, with incessant rain. It begins however this evening to a... 23 October 178523d.Attended the meeting forenoon, and afternoon. After tea, I went down with my Cousin to Mr. White's. We met Leonard at the door; he was just co... 24 October 178524th.The river has risen higher than was ever known, Insomuch that the great Street is in many places full of water. I have been twice down to day ... 25 October 178525th.The river begins at length to fall, but rose, continually, till this morning; and was much higher than it ever was before. A shop on the banks... 26 October 178526th.I was greatly disappointed to find, that neither of my Cousins nor my brother had any Letters for me from Europe. Surely my Sister did not let... 27 October 178527th.This morning Miss Nancy return'd, upon hearing Lucy Cranch, was here, as they are very intimate together; not from a similarity of character h... 28 October 178528th.This morning My two Cousins left us, to return to Braintree, at about 9. Nancy, and Cousin Betsey, went down to Mr. White's; So that our house... 29 October 178529th.I began to give over all hopes of receiving any Letters from my Sister by the last Vessels, but this morning while we were at Breakfast A larg... 30 October 178530th.Attended the meeting forenoon and afternoon; in the morning Cousin Betsey came, here, and spent the day with us. I return'd with her after tea... 31 October 178531st.Mr. Allen, and Mr. Quarles, two clergymen, dined here to day. In the afternoon Charles went over to Bradford, to visit Walker, his Chu... November 1785 1 November 1785Tuesday November 1st. 1785.Walker came over, and dined here to day. In the afternoon all the family, except my brother Tom, and myself went to Mr. Redington's. They pres... 2 November 17852d.Young Mr. Symmes lodged here last Night. This morning before breakfast My Brother Charles left us, for Cambridge, as the fall vacancy ends to ... 3 November 17853d.Mr. Shaw went to the lecture of a neighbouring brother, and dined out; I was pretty close, all day, and did not go out of the house. Events ca... 4 November 17854th.Reading over the Salem paper to day, I found an account of the death, and funeral of Mr. Hardy, a delegate in Congress from the State of Virgi... 5 November 17855th.Eliza Spent the day with us. I accompanied her home, in the Evening, and spent half an hour at Mr. White's. Miss Betsey Duncan, return'd this ... 6 November 17856th.Attended the meeting, forenoon, and afternoon. Went home with my Cousin. Was employ'd all the Evening, in writing to my Sister. The Weather so... 7 November 17857th.Mr. Thaxter went again this morning to Newbury, to attend the trial of a number of Pirates, lately taken. I wish'd much to go with him... 8 November 17858th.My Aunt spent the afternoon at Mr. White's. I was not outside of the gate once. Closed my Letter to my Sister N:8. But I shall not be ... 9 November 17859th.Drank tea at Mrs. West's, where our ladies spent the afternoon. I afterwards went home with Eliza; went in to Mr. White's. Mr. and Mrs. ... 10 November 178510th.My Uncle, went out, early this morning, and when he return'd put an end to our hopes with Respects to Mrs. Duncan, and realized our fears. She... 11 November 178511th.Attended Mrs. Duncan's funeral, in the afternoon: Mr. Smith made a prayer, very proper and adapted to the Circumstances. There were as I imagi... 12 November 178512th.All day at home. Miss Nancy came in the Evening, but did not stay more than half an hour: she has been since Thursday morning, at Mr. Duncan's... 13 November 178513th.The late misfortune, was the subject of our afternoon sermon. Nobody from the family was present, as they attend Mr. Smith's meeting. My Cousi... 14 November 178514th.I pass'd half an hour before dinner at Mr. Thaxters office: at home all the rest of the day, with the same scene perpetually renew'd: A person... 15 November 178515th.All day at home. My Uncle, was applied to last Saturday by a man, to do a little jobb for him, as he term'd it, which was to marry him. So he ... 16 November 178516th.Two persons in the town, died in the Course of this day. A young Woman by the name of Bradly, and a Grandson of Dr: Cast, a boy about 11 years... 17 November 178517th.The weather was very stormy, all the morning; but began to clear up, at about noon, and in the afternoon it was pleasant. Mr. and Mrs. Shaw, a... 18 November 178518th.There was Company lodged here last night, but went early in the forenoon away. Eliza, dined, and passed the afternoon, here. Mr. Shaw attended... 19 November 178519th.The whole day at my studies as usual. In the afternoon I read in Watt's Logic, as my Saturday afternoon's, are employ'd in reading English. I ... 20 November 178520th.We had two sermons to day, upon a text from Proverbs: 19th. Chap: 20:v: Hear counsel and receive instruction, that thou mayest be wise in thy ... 21 November 178521st.My Aunt and Eliza, went and took a ride in the afternoon. They drank tea at Judge Sargeant's, and I spent about an hour there. Went home with ... 22 November 178522d.I have been very steady all day at My Studies, and have at length been able to go through an hundred verses in the Testament. The book is exce... 23 November 178523d.The weather has look'd snowy, for several days past, but has remained, in Statu quo, till this evening; Which is pretty stormy. I am not fond ... 24 November 178524th.Thanksgiving day in the State of New Hampshire. Mr. and Mrs. Shaw spent it in the upper Parish: the meeting house of which, being, one half in... 25 November 178525th.The Rev'd. Mr. True dined here: a person of a peculiar Character I am told, and from what I have seen of him to day I should have judg'd as mu... 26 November 178526th.Finished the book of John, in the Testament, and was the Rest of the day, employ'd in answering my Letters. Inclosed the Marquis's letter to M... 27 November 178527th.The forenoon discourse was upon Revelations, III. 15 and 16. I know thy works, that thou art neither cold nor hot; I would thou wert cold or h... 28 November 178528th.In the forenoon I, began, upon Xenophon's Cryopaedia, and in the afternoon, upon the book of Matthew; closed in the Evening my N: 9 to my Sist... 29 November 178529th.The Ladies, went in the afternoon, to pay what is called, the wedding visit to Mrs. Woodbury: a mere ceremony, this, and I believe a very unme... 30 November 178530th.The Ladies were out the afternoon. I spent the whole Evening with Mr. Thaxter, at his Office; and I regret I cannot spend more time with him t... December 1785 1 December 1785Thursday December 1st. 1785.Several of the Ladies, and Gentlemen, went in a party to Methuen, about 10 miles distant, in slays. It being lecture day we had Mr. Adams, a m... 2 December 17852d.I have got through in four mornings, the preface to the Cyropaedia, but it is a crabbed piece of business. The Stile of this author is said to... 3 December 17853d.Eliza dined here, and Mr. Mores, a relation of Miss Nancy's. Mr. Thaxter and Miss Duncan, drank tea. In the afternoon I continued read... 4 December 17854th.Snowy weather, a great part of the day. My Aunt quite unwell. The Ladies did not attend the meeting. Sacrament day. The forenoon Sermon was ad... 5 December 17855th.After passing all the day, at pretty Close Study, I went and spent the Evening at Mr. White's. Mr. Osgood, and Major Bartlett, with their Lad... 6 December 17856th.Miss Betsey Cranch came and stay'd here all day. Miss Nancy went out to day, and will spend the rest of the week, with some of her friends. We... 7 December 17857th.It snow'd all day; in the Evening it clear'd up, and grew very cold. Eliza, came in the morning, and on account of the Snow that has fallen, s... 8 December 17858th.A colder day, than I have experienced, for nearly these three years. It froze very hard in the night, and if this weather continues, we shall ... 9 December 17859th.The air is very temperate, in Comparison to that of yesterday. The river, was froze over in such a manner, that it was almost sufficient to be... 10 December 178510th.Mr. I. Smith came over before dinner. He is to preach to-morrow at Bradford for Mr. Allen, who is gone to Boston, as he says himself, for spec... 11 December 178511th.Mr. Shaw went over to Bradford, in the morning, to preach for Mr. Allen, and Mr. Smith supplied his place here. The forenoon discourse, was fr... 12 December 178512th.I am exceedingly pleased with what I have done in Horace; and have come across many very noble Sentiments. One of those in the 9th. Ode, which... 13 December 178513th.Went in the afternoon, with an Intention to visit Mr. Soughton, but stopping in at Mr. White's, was told he, and his Lady were spending the af... 14 December 178514th.Remained at home all day. Just at dusk Eliza came, up, and Leonard White with her. He brought me a Couple of Letters from my Cousin and brothe... 15 December 178515th.Thanksgiving Day, a day of feasting throughout the State. Custom (and I know not but law also) has established, that towards the End of the ye... 16 December 178516th.Dined at Mr. White's. His Son and Mr. Soughton with their Ladies, were there. Spent all the afternoon; and when I return'd home, I found, B. D... 17 December 178517th.Mr. Thaxter return'd from his journey this Evening. He had a very disagreeable time to-day; as the greatest part of it, has been very Rainy. B... 18 December 178518th.Both our Sermons were from the Psalms. In the morning, LXXVIII. 52. But made his own People to go forth like sheep, and guided them in the wil... 19 December 178519th.Finished the first book of Horace's Odes. I went in the afternoon, and pass'd the Evening, at Mr. Johnny White's. Besides his father's family,... 20 December 178520th.After studying, all day, as usual, I went in the Evening to Mr. Duncan's. Our time pass'd in chatting, laughing, romping, and dancing. Young S... 21 December 178521st.All day at home. I am often at a great loss, what to say at the End of a day, in this Journal, of mine: I would place my thoughts upon Persons... 22 December 178522d.The snow was entirely gone from the ground, and the three first days in this week, were such as might be expected in April, or May, but are no... 23 December 178523d.Mr. Thaxter return'd from Exeter Court, (where he went last Tuesday) and dined with us. Mrs. Shaw was out, all the afternoon and evening. This... 24 December 178524th.Eliza, spent the day here. Received some books from Braintree. Studied Watts's logic, in the afternoon, and have now got upon the subject of S... 25 December 178525th.Christmas day. Among the Roman Catholics and the followers of the Church of England it is a great and Important day, but it is not obs... 26 December 178526th.Exceeding cold Weather all day. Such as I have not felt these three years. Went and pass'd the Evening at Mr. White's. Eliza, has been unwell ... 27 December 178527th.Was at home all day. The Cold, has in some measure abated, but is still severe. The Ladies pass'd the afternoon out. In the evening I read the... 28 December 178528th.The sharpest day we have had, this Season. Dined at Mr. Duncan's, in Company, with Miss P. White, E. Cranch, and Nancy, Mr. Moores, Mr. Bartle... 29 December 178529th.Young Lakeman, who studies with us, came over the river in the morning upon the Ice. The river closed last Night. In the afternoon, I went ... 30 December 178530th.Snow'd hard all day. The weather very chilly and disagreeable. I finish'd the first book of the Cyropaedia; to admire the beauties of this boo... 31 December 178531st.Finish'd Watts's logic. Which I have been a long time, about, but have never look'd in it except Saturdays in the afternoon. What I this day r... 1786 January 1786 1 January 1786January 1st. 1786. Sunday.The forenoon discourse from Acts XXVI. 22. Having therefore obtained help of God, I continue unto this day, inculcated thankfulness fo... 2 January 17862d.At about half past 7 this morning, a slight shock of an Earthquake, was felt here. It lasted about 2 minutes. It was perceived by several pers... 3 January 17863d.A heavy Snow storm, all day. Not less I imagine, than two feet fell, upon a level. Mr. Thaxter dined and spent the afternoon here. Wrote to my... 4 January 17864th.It has not yet cleared up, but no Snow fell this day. In the Evening I went down to Mr. White's to see Leonard, who arrived from Cambridge thi... 5 January 17865th.It snow'd again almost all day. Mr. W. White, and Leonard, came, and pass'd an hour here, in the Evening. As this prevented me from wr... 6 January 17866th.Went down in the Evening and was a couple of hours at Mr. White's. They were to have had Company, there, but were disappointed. I was not. I p... 7 January 17867th.Dined at Mr. Bartlett's. There were 15 persons at Table, of whom I was not acquainted with Mr. McCard, Mr. Parsons, and Mr. W. Codman, from Bo... 8 January 17868th.Mr. Adams, the Minister of another Parish, belonging to this Town changed with Mr. Shaw, and preached here in the forenoon, from Matthew XI. 2... 9 January 17869th.Was all day at home, and in the evening, closed my Letter to my Sister, as the Post goes for Boston, to-morrow, one day sooner than common, an... 10 January 178610th.Leonard White came up in the morning, and proposed to me, to make one of a small slaying party to Hampstead, where Mr. White has an house, and... 11 January 178611th.Finished in the forenoon, the second Book of the Cyropaedia; which I began, the 2d. of this month, and in the afternoon I began upon the book ... 12 January 178612th.Began in the forenoon upon the third book of the Cyropaedia; Eliza Duncan, Miss Stevenson and Mr. Bil. Osgood spent the Evening here. Nancy ha... 13 January 178613th.Mrs. Payson pass'd the afternoon here. A Daughter of Mrs. Sargeants who was a Coquettish young Widow, and married, about 9 months since; she i... 14 January 178614th.I was up late last Night, to finish the fourth book of Horace's Odes; and found my Eyes, this morning very sore indeed, so that I could not wr... 15 January 178615th.Snowy weather all day. We attended however both the meetings. The forenoon text was from Isaiah VII. 13. And he said, Hear ye now, o house of ... 16 January 178616th.The gentlemen left us this morning for Portsmouth. The weather very cold. At home all day. Began the book of Epodes in Horace in the E... 17 January 178617th.An extreme cold day. I regretted much, not having my thermometer with me, to see the Proportion, between the severity of the weather in St. Pe... 18 January 178618th.The severest day we have had this Season. Did not stir out of the house, all day. Nancy, perceiving, that the cold had very much abated went o... 19 January 178619th.The Cold has not been so violent this day, as the two former. Mr. and Mrs. Shaw, Miss Nancy and myself dined at Mr. N: Bradley's. This family ... 20 January 178620th.A Number of Ladies, drank tea here, and Judge Sargeant also. I went with Mr. Thaxter and my brother Charles, and spent the Evening at Mr. Osgo... 21 January 178621st.Finished the Epodes of Horace, and the third book of Xenophon's Cyropaedia. There is no poem of Horace's, that has ever pleased me more, than ... 22 January 178622.The Weather has softened so much, that, it thaw'd last Night, and has, all this day. We had nevertheless in the forenoon, a Sermon, from, Psal... 23 January 178623d.Began upon Homer's Iliad, in the morning, and got through 50 lines. This author would be very easy to understand, was it not for the various d... 24 January 178624th.Went over, with my Cousin and brother Charles, to dine with Mr. Allen at Bradford. A lame foot prevented Tom from going with us. Last Saturday... 25 January 178625th.Dined with my Cousin, and brothers at Mr. White's; the young Captain was there, a youth, who goes by that title because, he has assumed the ma... 26 January 178626th.This morning my Cousin and Brother left us, to return back to Braintree. The late thaw has made the roads very bad for them; but the weather h... 27 January 178627th.Finished the first book of the Satires, and began, the 2d. These I find no difficulty in, as I have translated them before. Read in Lo... 28 January 178628th.Mrs. Shaw went over to Bradford in the afternoon, and pass'd it at Mr. Allen's. Read Locke, upon the Question whether the Soul always thinks: ... 29 January 178629th.Mr. Allen preach'd here to day. In the morning from Matthew VI. 33. But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness, and all these... 30 January 178630th.Rain'd almost all day. Finish'd the first Book of Homer's Iliad, which is far more entertaining than the Cyropaedia; there is a vast deal of s... 31 January 178631st.Began upon the 4th Book of the Cyropaedia. The wind at about noon, shifted to the North West, and grew cold very fast. Assembly Night, and as ... February 1786 1 February 1786Wednesday February 1st. 1786.Slept none last Night. Felt unwell all day. Went in the evening to Mr. White's but nobody was there: from thence to Mr. Duncan's where I found... 2 February 17862d.Lecture day. Mr. Adams, Mr. Allen, and Master Parker, dined here. I did not go. In the afternoon Eliza, finally came, and intends to stay here... 3 February 17863d.Drank tea at old Mrs. Marsh's. Mr. and Mrs. Shaw have, a very high opinion of this Person; and I believe a just one. She appears to me, to be ... 4 February 17864th.Dined at Mr. Osgood's in a large Company. 16 persons, at table. Mr. Larieu, a frenchman, and Mr. W. Greenleaf, were the only, that I was not b... 5 February 17865th.A Snowy day. Two Sermons from Hebrews XI. 1. Now faith is the Substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. I should not con... 6 February 17866th.Finished the 4th. Book of the Cyropaedia; I shall have no more to do with this author while I remain here, and am heartily glad of it. It is n... 7 February 17867th.Drank tea, and spent the evening at Mr. Payson's. His lady, who has had two daughters by a former, takes, as I believe, the shortest possible ... 8 February 17868th.At home all day. Mr. True, was here all the afternoon. There is something extraordinary about this man: he has formerly been in a Melancholy ... 9 February 17869th.Miss Nancy, finally left us, this afternoon; and is going to board at Mr. Israël Bartlett's. Her going away, has given me pleasure, with respe... 10 February 178610th.Thaw'd all day. The winter seems in some measure, to be gone; very little snow remaining on the ground, and the weather much like Spring. Fini... 11 February 178611th.Eliza spent the day at Mr. White's; went down and drank tea there, with Mr. Thaxter, who was here part of the Evening. Mr. Shaw preaches to-mo... 12 February 178612th.Mr. Howe, preached us two Sermons from John III. 3. Jesus answered and said unto him, Verily, verily I say unto thee, Except a man be born aga... 13 February 178613th.Mr. and Mrs. Allen, came over and dined here. They carried away my Cousin with them. She purposes spending a week at Bradford. Finished the se... 14 February 178614th.Snow'd all the morning. Young Mr. Willis arrived from Boston, and informed us that a vessel will sail from Boston for London, in the Course of... 15 February 178615th.The weather, very mild; it thaw'd all day. Spent the Evening at Dr. Saltonstall's; the first time I have been at his house, since I came to To... 16 February 178616th.Mr. Thaxter and Miss Nancy dined here. The latter appeared very different from when she lived here. She seem'd to feel under restraint, and ob... 17 February 178617th.Began the 4th. Book of the Iliad. Here again the despicable beings, the Heathens made of their Gods appears very plainly. In a Counsel... 18 February 178618th.All day within; the weather uncommonly mild. Mr. Thaxter spent the Evening and supped here. Began the 2d. volume of the Essay upon the human U... 19 February 178619th.Mr. Evans preach'd in the forenoon from Luke XV. 18. 19. I will arise and go to my father, and will say unto him, Father, I have sinned agains... 20 February 178620th.Snow'd almost all day. In the evening I went over to Bradford, with my brother. Eliza, thought to be sure somebody was sick, that we came in s... 21 February 178621st.The weather cleared up in the Night; somewhat cold, and very windy. Mr. Evans set off in the afternoon for Portsmouth. Finished the 4th. and b... 22 February 178622d.Mr. and Mrs. Allen, and Eliza, stopp'd here on their way to Kittery, at about half after 8. I was not up. I cannot study in the morning, becau... 23 February 178623d.Mr. Shaw went to the funeral of Mr. Wingate, formerly a Minister at Boxford. A Mr. and Mrs. Swift from Andover dined here. Mr. True, came home... 24 February 178624th.Another Snow storm; almost all day. Closed the Acts, in the Testament, and began the Romans. In the last Chapter of Acts, there is a Story, wh... 25 February 178625th.Very pleasant, all day. A curious Event happened, at the last Assembly: a misfortune befel one of the Ladies; and a few days after, an scandal... 26 February 178626th.We had this day two very good Sermons, from II. Kings XXII. 20th. Behold therefore I will gather thee unto thy fathers, and thou shalt be gath... 27 February 178627th.Finished the 5th book of the Iliad; containing, the gallant actions of Diomedes, who drives all before him; wounds two Gods, and pursues a th... 28 February 178628th.Company to dine. Assembly Night. Went, with Eliza, but did not dance. There were 27 Ladies present, and about 20 Gentlemen. There were a numbe... March 1786 1 March 1786Wednesday March 1st. 1786.At home all day: Eliza, dined and passed the afternoon, at Mr. Duncan's. Mr. Thaxter went to Portsmouth upon business. Felt quite fati... 2 March 17862d.Finished, the sixth book of Homer's Iliad in the forenoon, and shall go no further in it here. I admire this Poem, more, and more, though it m... 3 March 17863d.I have often wish'd to hear the following Question discussed by persons well acquainted with the human heart. Whether any Person can at the sa... 4 March 17864th.Eliza, spent the day at Mr. White's. Mr. Thaxter was here in the Evening. The weather very mild: a farmer, who was here in the Course of the d... 5 March 17865th.Snow'd all the morning, but the air so mild, that it melted generally as it fell to the ground. Two Sermons from I. Corinthians X. 31. Whether... 6 March 17866th.Mrs. Saltonstall, Mrs. Harrod, and Betsey Duncan drank tea here. Mr. Thaxter remained part of the Evening. He is I think as much attac... 7 March 17867th.Fine Weather, all day and very mild, yet the river is not so weak but what Teems and slays cross'd it. This day Week, I am, to go to Cambridge... 8 March 17868th.Mr. White's family, and Miss Sally McKinstry, drank tea here. This young Lady has been all the Winter at Boston; she is very genteel, and was ... 9 March 17869th.Mr. Shaw went over to Bradford, to Mr. Allen's Lecture. The river still remains in a dangerous situation; but freezes so much in the night, th... 10 March 178610th.Clear, but cold Weather. Went, and took a walk with Eliza, just before dusk, as far as the ship yard, we pass'd the Evening, at Mr. White's. M... 11 March 178611th.Dined at Dr. Saltonstall's, with Mr. Shaw, Mr. Thaxter and Master Parker. Spent the Afternoon at Mr. White's. Mr. Thaxter was here in the Even... 12 March 178612th.Went all day to hear Mr. Smith. I had never heard him before. His text for the whole day was from Solomon's song II. 14. O my dove, that art i... 13 March 178613th.The Day was employ'd in paying visits, and packing up my trunks. I went to Mr. White's, Major Bartlett's, Mr. Osgood's, Mr. Duncan's, and Mr. ... 14 March 178614th.At 7 in the morning, we mounted our horses, and went about half a mile up the River where a passage for a Boat was cut through, yesterday, as ... Back Matter colophon
