Dear Sir, Taunton Octr. 23d. 1777

I took great Pains to write last night, & gave it to Seth desiring him to carry it early to the Docter, but he forgot it untill it was too late, so I shall send it tomorrow by Miss Blanchard as a testimony of my remembrance of your desire to hear from us. Aunt is nicely to day so is the baby. We are all Pretty well—are longing to hear the Confirmation of the news of Burgoin being taken. The Papers are not yet arrived. I think of nothing Particular to say, as I am very sleepy. Conclude with wishing you a good night. Sir yrs. &c.

Abigail Greenleaf

29th Not one line have we been able to send you. I am very sorry, but we have had a dreadfull storm the house has leaked all over it, but in the front rooms, the kitchen & all the back Chambers are all afloat. We cant get any help for an hour, & I am entirely, tired out, have done very little since saterday, now have a terrible cold; can sit with Aunt. I wish I was able to work, but I can do no more.

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Aunt is tolerably well, the baby has a sore mouth. Doctor Williams told me you was very ill. I am very anxious to hear from you again. Aunt thanks you for yr. agreable Presant. Do let us hear assoon as Posible. I am dear Sir ever yrs.

AG

RC ; addressed: “The honble. R. T. Pane Esqr. Boston”; endorsed.