Letter to Kane relating that Father's health is poor, entertaining guests including Aunt Julia, and mention of Tom Smith's death and funeral, dated September 1, 1857.

Letter from John K. Kane to Thomas L. Kane and Jane D. Kane to Elizabeth Wood Kane, Father continues discussion on economics and financial cycles with some comments on progress to the new house. Mother comments on her trip to the asylum and blind institution as well as the passing of Mr. Smith, dated September 3, 1857.

Letter to Kane commenting about Mr. Merrick and business dealings with an update on the new house, dated September 4, 1857.

Letter to Kane warning to be wary of any further investments, invitation to return to Philadelphia and stay at Fern Rock, and a brief comment about Elisha's health, September 5, 1856.

Letter to Kane and family; John has written about his "inflamed eyes," continued financial problems despite no failures as of yet in Philadelphia, railroad crash, progress on the new house, and invitation to return home, September 6, 1857.

Letter to Kane giving an update of some of his latest legal work and mother's activities, dated July 16, 1857.

Letter to Kane family giving a simple update of recent activities, date September 14.

Letter to Kane's family reporting a recent meeting with Mr. Mercer and their business discussions, and update on new house, dated August 9, 1857.

Letter expressing the hope that this is the last letter to Williamsville because the family is returning to Philadelphia. Financial panic has passed, effects of recent hurricane, and recent legal developments, September 16, 1857.

Letter to Kane discussing of economic conditions, update on the progression of the newhouse, a plea to return home soon.