To Thomas Jefferson from John Barnes, 15 July 1805
Geo. Town 15th July 1805.
The Presidents favr. of last Evening—Accompanied with ½ dozen bottles, of Commodore Prebles best Marsalla! as well, ½ dozen of the Presidents Old Sherry, was recd this morning—with a gratefull Acceptance.—
to be drank only on particular Occasions—and with fervent wishes for a long continuance of the Presidents perfect Health & happiness—
By the Presidents, Obliged, most Obedt. & very humble Servt.
John Barnes.
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