1To John Adams from William Hunt, 11 March 1799 (Adams Papers)
Impressed with lively emotions of gratitude, for the nomination of my Son Charles as an Ensign in the Army of the United States; I could wish, if possible, to have him transposed to one of the perminent Regiments, if at any time the goverment should see fit to disband the new raised troops, that his remaining in service may be more sure, as he is desireous of the Army. I hope that I shall not...
2To John Adams from Judith Sargent Stevens Murray, 11 March 1799 (Adams Papers)
Glowing with gratitude for your last condescending favour, it is beyond my ability to preserve that respectful silence, which would, perhaps, best become me. Accept, Sire, such thanks as are proper for me to give, and for you to receive: and may that august Executive, who hath delegated to you a portion of his authority, long preserve you, in your illustrious career, and continue you a rich,...