Thomas Jefferson Papers

From Thomas Jefferson to John Vaughan, 31 August 1797

To John Vaughan

Monticello Aug. 31. 97

Dear Sir

Not knowing how far the inclosed address may serve to give a certain conveyance to the letter, I have thought it safest to put it under your cover, not doubting that your communion with the person would enable you to procure it a sure passage to it’s destination. I am with esteem Dear Sir Your friend & servt

Th: Jefferson

PrC (DLC); at foot of text: “Mr. John Vaughan.” Enclosure: TJ to Benjamin Vaughan, 31 Aug. 1797.

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