1To John Adams from William Stephens Smith, 28 February 1814 (Adams Papers)
I received yesterday a Letter from my dear Caroline of the 20th. inst. informing me of the better health of yourself and M rs. Adams, of which, of course I was happy to be informed Heaven grant you both a perfect restoration, and that you may continue a blessing to society and a comfort to your family and friends—The removal of Mr. Granger produces a considerable sensation—and the proposed...
2To James Madison from John Brockenbrough, 28 February 1814 (Madison Papers)
Mr. Robert Mills of Phila, wishing to succeed Mr. Latrobe as architect of the public buildings, has requested me to recommend him for that appointment. Being chairman of the committee who superintend the building of the monumental church in this city, I have often had occasion to communicate with Mr. Mills on the subject of his profession, & I cannot withold the expression of my confidence in...