1To George Washington from John Tayloe, 10 February 1799 (Washington Papers)
I had left Richmond before your letter of the 23rd Jany reached that place—The delay in answering it has proceded from this circumstance, which I trust you will see has been unavoidable. The Appointment the President of the U. States has been pleased to confer on me is certainly highly honorable; a more flattering testimonial of his approbation than I expected to receive, or had a right to...
2To George Washington from John Tayloe, 26 March 1799 (Washington Papers)
After getting thus far on my way to your house—I have been taken with a fever & a severe indisposition—which obliges me to return home as quickly as possible—I pray you therefore to excuse me for not returning you in person many thanks for your civilities—& marked attention. & assure yourself I will embrace the earliest opportunity in doing so —T’was my intention to have set out for...