1771 November 19 (Tuesday). Joseph and Nathan Chamberlin returned from Monadinock. They bring a Letter from my Cushing at Ashburnham and drive home the pied Cow which I had lent my Daughter Cushing for the Summer past. William Sergeant, Prentice to Alexander came to inform of his Wife’s illness and great want of Help: in particular they want Ruth Bellows; who accordingly goes with William. The Town Met, upon my Support. I understand they voted to get my wood (besides 500£ old Tenor) but left if to every one to bring or do as they pleased.