THORNTON, WILLIAM, Architect. Autograph letter signed to Monsieurs Thompson and Veitch, Washington, D.C., 15 August 1805, 1 page, 4to, small loss at central fold, matted and framed with engraving of Thornton, with interesting docket: "Rent from 18 May to 18 August...," fine letter from the architect of Washington, D.C. regarding search for a residence for Secretary of State James Madison -- OLIVER WENDELL HOLMES, Author. Autograph note signed ("O.W. Holmes") to an unnamed recipient, [Boston], 17 January [n.y.]. 1 page, 8vo, matted and framed with a portrait photograph, on a meeting of the Harvard Memorial Association. Together 2 items.