1From John Jay to Richard Varick, 18 March 1826 (Jay Papers)
The honour confered on me by the Managers of the American Bible Society in placing me at the head of that institution was very sensibly felt; & the reluctance with which I accepted the office of the President, arose solely from the apprehension, that the state of my health would disqualify me from fulfilling its duties in a manner satisfactory, either to my self or others. It is to me a source...
2From John Jay to Richard Varick, 1 April 1826 (Jay Papers)
On considering the reasons stated in your letter of the 27 th : Ult o : I am induced to comply with the concurrent opinion & desire of yourself, & of the gentlemen with whom you consulted, & I therefore consent to recall the resignation mentioned in my letter to you of the 18 th : Ult o : The Kind and friendly sentiments expressed in your letter derive ample value from the sincerity with which...