1776 September 25 (Wednesday). A Chest, and Sundry utensils are provided for Elias to keep Chamber in College. Letters arrive from the Camp near New York, of Sorrowful Struggles there, and Reports of a Smart Battle — that the City N.Y. is given up, and many lives lost. Capt. Davis of Concord dined with me. Visit old Mrs. Sarah Forbush and Prayed with her. Was at Frosts and paid him for his son Jonathans work 17/6 old Tenor. N.B. 2/6 yet due.