1744 January 16 (Monday). Cold, Windy. Neighbour Wheeler here, he brought 2 Bushels of Rie at 16 shillings per Bushel. John Roberts[1] of Grafton was also here, to ask my Advice concerning his applying to Books and Learning in order to his Education for the Ministry.
[1]Roberts did not pursue his interest. Later in 1746 he married Elizabeth Fay of Westborough. Pierce, Grafton, 559.