To Thomas Jefferson from John Rea, 25 April 1808
Phila. April 25th, 1808
Sir
I have Sent this morning by the mail stage a trunk containing 4 window draperries that you sent to me for—The delay was oweing to not getting damask here for wich I Sent to New York and Baltimore and was disapointed there likewise They are made of the best crimson mantua wich I hope will give Satisfaction and Gratify your
humble servant
John Rea
NB the bill of Particulars as in with the Draperries
J R.
the draperries I Sent on to Montecello—as desired and hope they will arrive safe
The stile of the draperry
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DLC: Papers of Thomas Jefferson.