This folder contains six letters. The majority are written between 1749 and 1797. Letters discuss the time delay when receiving letters. Highlights include a letter written by Tim Prout in March 1798, to Seth and Hannah (Turner) Yates. Tim Prout writes to his sister in-law discussing the details of the property in "R. Island." He writes "Susey wishes to have the property appraised," as she would like her portion. Tim Prout writes that if they reach a settlement to please write so they can visit that spring. Another highlight includes a letter written by Tim Prout to Seth Yates on October 22,1807, explaining that the family has been very ill with influenza.