1To Thomas Jefferson from James Dickinson, 10 October 1803 (Jefferson Papers)
The Session of Louisania to the United States is an Acquisition of such magnitude, that it surpasses the Idea of most Citizens; the wisdom pursued to obtain it astonishes all; and is greatly ascribed to a supreme Power, willing a further Blessing to the american People; and in affording a safe Retreat where Peace and Plenty dwells in a much more happy Clime and Government than is presently...