1From George Washington to Rufus Putnam, 2 June 1784 (Washington Papers)
I could not answer your favor of the 5th of April from Philadelpa because Genl Knox having mislaid, only presented the letter to me in the moment of my departure from that place. The sentiments of esteem & friendship which breathe in it are exceedingly pleasing & flattering to me—and you may rest assured they are reciprocal. I wish it was in my power to give you a more favorable acct of the...