From John Quincy Adams to Thomas Welsh, 6 June 1825
Washington 6. June 1825
My dear Sir.
We have just learnt the afflicting dispensation which has befallen you, and while forwarding the enclosed Letter to your daughter I cannot forbear adding the assurance of the deep sympathy which I feel with you on this melancholy occasion—May you, and all your children, be comforted under this bereavement with all the consolations, that earth can afford, or Heaven bestow—Prays / Your affectionate friend
John Quincy Adams.
MHi: Adams-Welsh Collection.