In anticipation of E. T. John's speech to the Welsh exiles (at the National Eisteddfod), the writer requests E. T. John to point out the need for Welsh studies to be carried on overseas. America's opportunity to commemorate Goronwy Owen's bicentenary. Admires E. T. John's work for the Welsh nation and asks him to promote a venture for a children's Bible in Welsh. English/Welsh.
Things to mind in Dublin: to see the letter enclosed sent by Mr. Joanes and delivered to the collector Mr. Monck touching the bill from the writer in Mr. Edward Herbertt's hands for the trespass of the castle taken for custodium rent by an exchequer process; to discourse with the agent of Lord Gallway of the 13 plowlands, not to disoblige Major Power but to prevent the ruin of poor families. Burn this letter.
? To John Powell. Giving an account of iron produced at Clydach for the weeks ending 14, 21 and 28 April 1827 and of the yield per ton of pig-iron for the month ending 28 April 1827.
If she desires to hear from the writer she should let her know how to direct her letters. Asks if her sister Anne is alive, for the writer has not heard from her for about half a year or more. The writer's nephews, Nine months or a year since the writer heard from his [r her] brother or sister. Torn fragment.
Remembers the two transactions between Lord ?Montgomery, Lady Mary Herbert and Edwin. Has been endeavouring to get in touch with a man (Mr. F. Lindesay) in Scotland who could give light on the Edwin affair. Substance of a letter.