I inclose you two letters from mr Burrall, postmaster of Baltimore. you will percieve by them that the removal of mr Granger has spread some dismay in the ranks. I lodged in the same house with him (Francis’s) during the sessions of Congress of 97. 98. 99. we breakfasted, dined Etc at the same table. he classed himself with the federalists, but I did not know why, for he scarcely ever uttered a word on the subject, altho’ it was in the reign of addresses, of Mcpherson’s blues & of terror. he would sometimes make a single observation in support of the administration. he is an honest and a good man, and, as far as I have observed him, has been correct, faithful and obliging in the conduct of his office. altho’ I am sure it is unnecessary, yet I could not when requested refuse this testimony to the truth. ever & affectionately yours

Th: Jefferson