A letter to John F. Grimke from James Delaire in Charleston, South Carolina. Delaire thanks Grimke for his offer of service if a war breaks out with France in St. Domingo following the Emancipation of revolted slaves. Delaire describes the different socioeconomic classes that exist in St. Domingo and the probability of French intervention following the revolution.
A short letter to Judge John F. Grimke from a "N. Marshal" asking for more information about a particular "daily" [newspaper?] mentioned in a court case.
A short letter from J.H. Stevens, Coroner, to John F. Grimke about the death of one of his female slaves, [named Benit?], who had previously escaped and ultimately died "of want."
A bill of sale to Thomas Wilson for the purchase of ten slaves from John Potter, in payment of debts owed. The sale was issued by the Sheriff's Office in Colleton District, Charleston, South Carolina.
Letter to Lieutenant William D. Wilson from the Navy granting a commission of Second Lieutenant in the Marine Corps and recommending that Wilson report to Washington D.C.
List of items in his estate to be surrendered by Algernon Wilson to ensure his release from jail. Wilson's "estate" includes several articles of clothing as well as a razor, box, and brush.