(Collection of Frank Collins, Fort Mill, SC)
E.N. Market Md
Nov 10th
Short A. Willis
Near Upper H. Creek
Caroline Co, Md
Beaver Neck Nov. 6th 1843
Mr. Short A. Willis
I write you a few lines requesting you to come down and see me if you can possibly do so as I am about getting off my corn and want to see you to see if we can't make an exchange in corn as it will save me of the trouble of moving. I also want to get your blade fodder if you are willing to take what I can get for mine. I also heard Mr. Eccleston say he wanted to see you therefore your company is very much requested in this neighborhood. If you will come down to my house I will go down to Bucktown with you -- Your immediate compliance with the above will greatly oblige your humble servt.
Josiah B. Nesbitt