May 3, 1765

1765 May 3 (Friday).  Thomas on the Fences.  Wrote to Master Steward to preach for me the Lords Day before the Election.  Mrs. Hannah Rice (wife of Adonijah) here p.m. but my Wife was from home.  My Sheep So unruly, and So troublesome to Lt. Baker, that he comes at Eve (bringing his F. Wood with him) and fetter them.  Mr. Newton here and desires me to preach at his House next Tuesday.