From Thomas Jefferson to George Jefferson, 26 February 1799
To George Jefferson
Philadelphia Feb. 26. 99.
Dear Sir
Since the date of my last letter I have entered into an engagement which will render it necessary that I should recieve the proceeds of my tobo. on the 1st. of September. the sale must therefore be made on a credit not exceeding that time. I set out from hence in three days. I am Dear Sir
Your affectionate friend
Th: Jefferson
PrC (MHi); at foot of text: “Mr. George Jefferson”; endorsed by TJ in ink on verso.