In Sylvia Plath's "Black Rook in Rainy Weather," what is the meaning of "content"?

In the phrase "patch together a content of sorts," what is the meaning of "content"? Is the accent on the second syllable, signifying perhaps "contentment" or perhaps "an affirmative vote" as in the British Parliamentary system? Is the accent on the first syllable, as in "substance"? Or is another meaning intended? Your comments would be most appreciated.