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The overseer expresses his disappointment after receiving a letter from Paul Cameron criticizing him for shipping wet cotton to market (accusation of false packing at market). He describes the condition of various crops and assures Paul he did not…

Cotton crop is improving, and 100 acres of corn and 30 acres of oats are listed in good condition. The overseer has been pushing the team hard. Caroline is not well and is expected to die by August. The doctor visits sick slaves occasionally.