From Thomas Jefferson to Henry Dearborn, 25 June 1807
Washington June 25. 07. 5. H 30.’ P.M.
Dear Sir
I am sincerely sorry that I am obliged to ask your attendance here without a moments avoidable delay. the capture of the Chesapeake by a British ship of war renders it necessary to have all our council together. I do not suppose it will detain you long from rejoining mrs Dearborne. the mail is closing. Affectte. salutations.
Th: Jefferson
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