1778 October 15 (Thursday). Mr. Wellman of Cornish calls to see me and dined here. P.M. Mrs. Harrington and her son and Daughter Wait, of [Alsted, here?]. Read Dr. Goodwins and Mr. Nye’s preface to Mr. Cotton of the Keys: the second time; and part of the Book it self. Elias went to Mr. Benjamin Thurstons for Cheese; got 30 lbs. at 4 sh. L.M. per pound.