Letter written by William Wilkinson to his father. He writes from school, reflecting that if he had studied more he could have entered the freshman class. He assures his father that it is warm enough to not need a cloak.
A letter from Mary Wilkinson Memminger to her mother. She writes that she enjoys the country living in Rock Hill. She also remarks on her sister Virginia's recent marriage to Mr. Belin.
A letter from Virginia Wilkinson Belin at Sandy Knowe plantation to her mother, Eleanora Wilkinson. She informs her mother that she will be visiting in the next 2 weeks, and asks her to prepare her room with camphor to keep the bugs away. She also says that she will be sending a puppy named Rollo a few days ahead of her.
Rev Edward Neufville writes to William H. W. Barnwell for advice on a "Romanish" priest in Savannah, John Fielding, who wishes to convert to the Protestant Episcopal Church. January 23, 1840.
Letter from Rev. John Fielding to William H. W. Barnwell seeking Barnwell's guidance as he prepares to convert to the Protestant Episcopal Church. February 5, 1840.
Edward Neufville writes to William H. W. Barnwell about the specifics of Rev. John Fielding's conversion from Catholicism to Protestantism commenting that Fielding's "renunciation of the Romish faith will produce a great sensation when it comes to be generally known." March 25, 1840.
Letter from Stephen Elliott to William H. W. Barnwell asking advice about his recent election to the bishopric of Georgia. Included is a copy of the letter informing Elliott of his election. May 14, 1840.
Rev. Edward Neufville writes to William H. W. Barnwell inquiring about Rev. John Fielding, who had left Savannah for Charleston shortly after converting from Catholicism to Protestantism. August 6, 1840.