Thomas Jefferson Papers

To Thomas Jefferson from John Vaughan, 25 October 1823

Phil. 25. Oct 1823

D sir

I am pleased at an oppertunity of gratifying my friend Wm Coffin (who travels thro’ Ama for Information) with an introduction to yourself—His being a Grand nephew of Dr Price & nephew of WMorgan so well known by his annuity publications—will accot for the respect he entertains for this Country, & his wish to see it & be acquainted with some of her most eminent Characters—We are pleased with his views, & acquirements—he was well known to Pend Herschell Troughton his Studies having been in that line

I remain with respect & affection
Your friend

Jn Vaughan

Excuse paper & pen—accidenttally bad

MHi.

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