George Washington Papers

From George Washington to James Lovell, 1 April 1782

Head Quarters Newburgh April 1st 1782

Sir

I thank you for the trouble you have taken in forwarding the intelligence which was enclosed in your Letter of the 11th of March—It is by comparing a variety of information, we are frequently enable to investigate facts, which were so intricate or hidden, that no single clue could have led to the knowledge of them in this point of view, intelligence becomes interesting, which from but its connection & collateral circumstances, would not be important. I am much obliged to you, for your good wishes & am Sir Your Very Hble Servt.

DLC: Papers of George Washington.

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