In this letter from Charlotte Manigault to Henrietta Drayton weather and social life in Charleston is discussed, including any recent visitors and travel.
The letter states that Charlotte Manigault had planned to leave for Pendleton on April 9th, but she was taken sick with the fever. She will not leave until she feels better.
Kate Drayton writes to Charles Drayton about young John "Johnny" Drayton and his illness. In this letter she also lists the birth and death dates of Katie Manigault's children.
This letter discusses Mrs. Heyward's experience in St. Augustine. Charlotte Manigault believes Miss Drayton's illness is because of the cold. Charlotte continues by updating Miss Drayton on engagements in their circle of friends.
Charlotte Manigault writes to Lewis Gibbes about the death of her sister, his wife. She praises the virtues of her sister as a wife, mother, and sister. Charlotte explains Gibbes's brother's family is well and that his brother has recovered from gout. Mr. Manigault sends his sympathies and Charlotte Manigault sends her affection to her nephews, niece, and brother-in-law.
In the letter Peter Manigault is writing to his aunt Henrietta August Drayton about the money he has been holding for her. The letter includes various expenditures. Peter discusses his family and friends and a trip to John's Island, SC.
