Reed discusses a lawsuit concerning his reputation and his brother Christopher Reed's excessive exertions on his behalf. [Courtesy of the Library of Virginia]

Reed briefly describes his new responsibilities at the Columbian University Medical School and the Army Medical Museum. He also relates family news. [Courtesy of the Library of Virginia]

Reed lightheartedly responds to Blincoe's unease about his health, and relates news of family and work. [Courtesy of the Library of Virginia]

Reed inquires about his father's health, and speaks briefly of politics and his busy work schedule. [Courtesy of the Library of Virginia]

Reed appreciates the care given his father Lemuel S. Reed by his sister. He discusses an African-American nurse for his father, a visit by his nephew Olin Blincoe, and other family news. [Courtesy of the Library of Virginia]

Reed writes just after his return from Cuba. He informs Blincoe of the results of the yellow fever experiments and the reception of the work by the scientific community. He quickly relates family news. [Courtesy of the Library of Virginia]