1To James Madison from Elbert Anderson, 12 October 1823 (Madison Papers)
The institutions of our Country are wisely calculated to mete out happiness and pleasure to every Citizen. The administration of an Executive retiring to the shades of private life carry with them the applause of after ages. Indeed, sir, they live in the past the present and future, and their Official history will be recorded in the security of the laws and in the happiness of generations yet...
2To James Madison from Elbert Anderson, 12 October 1823 (Madison Papers)
I enclose you a new system of cultivation &c. by Major Genl. A. Beatson. I have partially tried the burnt clay in cheap & temporary Kilns, and have succeeded beyond my expectations. I have likewise tried the Scarifier—plate 1. […] and it produces a fine tilt [ sic ] for small seeds &c. With Great respect I am, sir, Your […] RC ( DLC ). Docketed by JM . Damaged by removal of seal. Alexander...