To John Adams from William Bentley, 23 July 1819
Salem. 23 July 1819
Sir
I inclose for you a copy of the National Register printed at Washington City, from which we copied the Document to which you have referred.
The dignity of your mind will require that I satisfy you that the document has been displayed in the most public manner without reprehension, & it may serve as a proof that I reverence the judgement of the Father of my Country.
With the utmost reverence / Your devoted Servant,
William Bentley
MHi: Adams Papers.