1To James Madison from Thomas Smith, 22 July 1807 (Madison Papers)
The Map spoken of in the letters between Genl. Wilkinson and Mr. Purcell (copies of which are herewith inclosed) is in my possession as administrator of the Estate of Mr. Purcell lately deceased. This appearing to be a valuable paper, which must lose its importance if withheld until the Country which it delineates be resurveyed, I deem it my duty, as well to the Public as to Mr. Purcells...