11To George Washington from Alexander McDougall, 28 November 1783 (Washington Papers)
Your Excellency may remember, that I gave you early information in the Winter of 1779 , when I commanded the Department on Hudsons river, that matters were in a promising train to obtain good intelligence from the Enemy through Captain Hunter . Your Excellency on that representation approved of my sending him with a Flag in order to obtain intelligence : In the course of that visit to New...
12To George Washington from Charles Pettit, 28 November 1783 (Washington Papers)
The Merchants of Philadelphia wishing to manifest their Respect for a Character which so justly possesses the grateful Esteem of the Citizens of America, flatter themselves with this Hope that Your Excellency will do them the Honor to accept an Invitation to a Dinner when you shall find it convenient to be in this City. Having the Honor to be one of the Committee of Merchants, and being...
13Francis Hopkinson to Robert Bremner, 28 November 1783 (Jefferson Papers)
Philadelphia, 28 Nov. 1783 . “Mr. Jefferson of Virginia” having consulted Hopkinson “respecting the Importation of a Harpsichord for his Daughter,” the matter is referred to Bremner’s judgment and care. “He wishes to have an Instrument of the very best kind—a double Harpsichord with Merlin’s forte-piano Stop and such other modern Improvements as you may think advantageous … also all necessary...
14From Thomas Jefferson to Martha Jefferson, 28 November 1783 (Jefferson Papers)
After four days journey I arrived here without any accident and in as good health as when I left Philadelphia. The conviction that you would be more improved in the situation I have placed you than if still with me, has solaced me on my parting with you, which my love for you has rendered a difficult thing. The acquirements which I hope you will make under the tutors I have provided for you...