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JEFFERSON, Thomas. Autograph letter signed (“Th:Jefferson”) to General Henry Alexander Scammell Dearborn (1783-1851), Monticello, 18 December 1824. 1 page, 4to (9 ¾ x 7 7/8 in.). Integral address leaf with panel in Jefferson’s hand, original circular post mark, WITH DEARBORNE'S FRANKING SIGNATURE, recipient’s docket. In excellent condition.
WINE FOR MONTICELLO. Jefferson has received Dearborn’s letter “informing me of the arrival of a parcel of wines for me to your address, with your statement of the expenses of freight, duties, etc., which you have been as kind as to answer for me 31 D. 30.c which sum I have this day desired col. Payton to remit to you. For this and your kindness in dispatching to him without waiting to hear from me I am very thankful.” The retired president would welcome a visit from his former Secretary, General Henry Dearborne (1751-1819): “I shall be made very happy indeed by receiving a visit from my antient friend and colleague Genl. Dearborne, should the season and his conveniences admit it. It will renew many very dear recollections. Accept for yourself the assurance of my high esteem and respect.”
WINE FOR MONTICELLO. Jefferson has received Dearborn’s letter “informing me of the arrival of a parcel of wines for me to your address, with your statement of the expenses of freight, duties, etc., which you have been as kind as to answer for me 31 D. 30.c which sum I have this day desired col. Payton to remit to you. For this and your kindness in dispatching to him without waiting to hear from me I am very thankful.” The retired president would welcome a visit from his former Secretary, General Henry Dearborne (1751-1819): “I shall be made very happy indeed by receiving a visit from my antient friend and colleague Genl. Dearborne, should the season and his conveniences admit it. It will renew many very dear recollections. Accept for yourself the assurance of my high esteem and respect.”