1To Thomas Jefferson from Arthur Lee, 5 April 1804 (Jefferson Papers)
It has been suggested to me that it is the intention of the Executive to remove Col Davies from the office of collector of the Customs for this port—if such a measure be in contemplation I take the liberty to request your friendly inter position in behalf of my father , it would be improper in me to say any thing of his claims or his qualifications for the office, your long acquaintance with...