1George Crowninshield to Thomas Jefferson, 30 June 1817 (Jefferson Papers)
Stephen Cathalan Esq e the United States Consul for this place, having accumulated an ample fortune, and being desirous of retiring from active life, has resigned his Office to M r Joshua Dodge an established Commission Merchant at this place, and is very highly esteemed and beloved; this Gentleman is in my opinion every way qualified for the Office, and should he obtain the appointment from...