Thanks William for money he recently sent. Reports that Lucy Knox and their children have gone up the Hudson River on a visit. Discusses his hopes for an end to the Revolutionary War, writing "I sincerely pray God that the War may be ended this campaign that public and private felicity may be again restored." Discusses British movement in the South, noting, "Our affairs to the Southward have an agreeable aspect and convince us although the Enemy may establish posts, they cannot conquer the Country." Criticizes what he calls "vile water-gruel governments which have taken place in most of the States..." Praises Massachusetts, stating "The same tone, sentiment, & exertion, pervading all the States would indisputably render this the last Campaign." Reports that the British recently sent ships up the Hudson River to sabotage Continental communication but were unsuccessful. Promises to write as often as possible, though the post follows a circuitous route. Written at Philipsburgh, New York (present-day Sleepy Hollow).