1From John Adams to Isaac Tichenor, 30 November 1798 (Adams Papers)
I thank you for this obliging Address which has been transmitted to me, as you desired by the excellent His Excellency the Governor of the State of Vermont. I have ever esteemed the societies of Free Masons in this Country now only as usef innocent but Usefull. The Principle not to introduce Politicks, in your private Assemblies: and the other Principle to be willing Subjects to the...
2From John Adams to Isaac Tichenor, 30 November 1798 (Adams Papers)
I have received with the highest pleasure your favor of the 29th Oct. inclosing the address of the Legislature of Vermont which does me a great honor not a little hightened by the approbation of their excellent Govenor. I pray you to make my thanks acceptable to that honorable body & to accept the assurance of high respect & esteem / from Sir your most obedient / & most humble servant MHi :...
3From John Adams to Isaac Tichenor, 30 November 1798 (Adams Papers)
I received but two days ago your favor of the 29th of Oct. with that of the 28 inclosing addresses from the legislature & assembly of masons. I thank you Sir for the very friendly & affectionate manner in which you have communicated to me these beautiful compliments. With great respect & regard I have the honor to be Sir— / your most obedient & most humble servant MHi : Adams Family Papers,...