Letter from John K. Kane to Jane Duval Leiper Kane encouraging her and saying that he painted a portrait of President Andrew Jackson that he claims is the best ever painted of him. Dated February 11, 1835.

Letter from John K. Kane to his son, Elisha Kent Kane, counseling his son to develop and improve certain skills. There is a postscript addressed to Jane Duval Leiper Kane saying that he misses her and has been intending to write. Dated March 2, 1835.

Letter from John K. Kane to his son Robert Patterson Kane complimenting the fact that he is now old enough to write letters like his older brothers. There is a postscript to John's wife Jane Duval Leiper Kane saying that the commission's work is moving rapidly. Dated January 25, 1835.

Letter from John K. Kane to Jane Duval Leiper Kane speculating that if Congress had passed the measure to enlarge the Supreme Court then Elias Kane would have been given an appointment. Dated March 3, 1835.

Letter from John K. Kane to his son, Elisha Kent Kane, reminding him not to become discouraged even though his rheumatism may hinder his studies. Dated March 3, 1835.

Letter from John K. Kane to Jane Duval Leiper Kane saying that Congress adjourned last night in absolute confusion. He also talks and asks about their son Elisha's health. Dated March 4, 1835.

Letter from John K. Kane to Jane Duval Leiper Kane saying that they should make plans for a family vacation John's work with the commission has completed. Dated March 11, 1835.

Letter from John K. Kane to John Constable saying that some of Alida Van Renneslaer Kane Constable's things have been sent to her in Albany. Alida was Kane's sister and Constable's wife. Dated April 18, 1835.

Letter from Thomas, Robert, Jane, and John K. Kane to Elisha Kent Kane. The letter makes it clear that Elisha has left his family to visit relatives and recover from some health problems. The family sends Elisha their love and ask if his rheumatism is doing better. No year on item. Dated April 26, approximately 1835.

Letter from John K. Kane to Jane Duval Leiper Kane saying that he kept company with President Andrew Jackson and a Baptist clergyman last night. Dated May 7, 1835.