November 24, 1767

1767 November 24 (Tuesday).  Was obliged to leave my study, and go up to the Shops, Wheelocks and Woods, to buy John a stout Jacket for his Winter Business.  N.B. Dined at Lt. Bakers, with Master Jamison.  At Eve send for 2 yards and 1/2 Kersey from Mr. John Woods, and must give 35/ per yard.  Pay him £4.1.0.  My son Baldwin came from Boston last Saturday — to Day hither.  He has bought Three yards of Broad Cloth for a Great Coat for John.  Gave at Vendue 51/ per yards.  He also bought Buttons 17/.  He lodged here.