| Summary: | In the letter Thomas discusses family, business, and farming. At the end is a note added on behalf of "Brother Peter," who sends news of his children and asks for Richard's assistance in financial matters; specifically, he mentions compensation from the government for his service in the War of 1812: "Also he has drawn a warrant from the government, for his services in the war of Twelve...the warrant he has is for forty acres, there is no land here to lay it on he wishes you to take the warant [sic] and if there should be a chance anywhare [sic] that you know of take it up for him..." When this letter was written, Wetumpka was a part of Coosa County. A transcription is included.
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