Edward Neufville writes to William H. W. Barnwell about the specifics of Rev. John Fielding's conversion from Catholicism to Protestantism commenting that Fielding's "renunciation of the Romish faith will produce a great sensation when it comes to be generally known."
Letter from Stephen Elliott to William H. W. Barnwell asking advice about his recent election to the bishopric of Georgia. Included is a copy of the letter informing Elliott of his election.
Rev. Edward Neufville writes to William H. W. Barnwell inquiring about Rev. John Fielding, who had left Savannah for Charleston shortly after converting from Catholicism to Protestantism.
Letter from William H. W. Barnwell in Columbia to his wife, Catherine, in Charleston. Barnwell mentions a quick visit to "Dr. Marks Academy" and his plans for returning home.
Stephen Elliott writes to William H. W. Barnwell about his upcoming consecration as Episcopal Bishop of Georgia and hopes that Barnwell can travel with him to Richmond, Va., afterwards. He also mentions plans for a new school in the diocese to be led by "Mr. & Mrs. Fay."
Partial letter from Stiles Mellichamp to William H. W. Barnwell recalling fond memories of his acceptance by Barnwell when he arrived in Beaufort, SC, as an "unfriended stranger."
Letter from Bishop William Meade to William H. W. Barnwell enclosing a published sermon of his and asking Barnwell to sell additional copies at a Charleston bookstore to cover the price of publication.
Request from Edmund B. Bacon in Edgefield, SC, to William H. W. Barnwell in Charleston to travel to Edgefield to preside over the admission of a new convert in the church. Bacon claims that the local preacher "has little of the unction of the spirit" and that he and other parishioners would like a minister to preach a more "zealous" sermon.
Letter from C. G. Memminger to William H. W. Barnwell concerning his success in reviving the Sunday School in Rock Hill, SC, and his guilt over feeling proud of the accomplishment.
Letter from William J. Boone to William H. W. Barnwell with news of the loss of his wife and the status of his missionary work in China. Boone writes that the recently ended war and subsequent treaty should open up new areas to missionary work but that he may have to return to America with his children "to see them perhaps no more & come out again a solitary man."
Letter from William H. W. Barnwell to his sons, Robert and Edward, about the birth of a brother, Stephen, and the serious illness of another brother, Willie.
Letter from Rev. James W. Cooke to William H. W. Barnwell confirming the death of Bishop William Boone's wife in China while performing missionary work with her husband. Rev. Cooke includes a list of medical supplies needed for the mission and asks Barnwell for help in obtaining them.
Letter from Rev. James H. Thornwell to William H. W. Barnwell discussing their different opinions on religious doctrine and lamenting the growing influence of "Popery".
Letter from Jeremiah Murphy to William H. W. Barnwell asking for contributions to build a church in Lincolnton, NC, and writing of local "persecution" of Episcopalians from other Protestant churches.
Rev. James H. Fowles writes to William H. W. Barnwell asking for him or another clergyman to "supply my pulpit" while he convalesces in Glenn Springs, SC.
