1To John Adams from Joshua Cushman, 2 August 1814 (Adams Papers)
As a token of my high respect, I inclose to you an oration delivered on the late anniversary of American Independence. I present it not from an impression that it contains any uncommon excellence; but because it inculcates doctrines and countenances a Spirit of loyalty to the Powers that be , which, I believe, you have uniformly Sanctioned, not less in the Shade of retirement than when...