Thomas Jefferson Papers

From Thomas Jefferson to John Bondfield, 29 November 1786

To John Bondfield

Paris Novr. 29. 1786

Sir

I have the honor of inclosing you a copy of a letter from the Count de Vergennes. It will shew you that such orders have been given by the Controller general as leave a free exportation to the articles for which I lately forwarded you the passeports. I am Sir, with the most perfect consideration your very humble Servant,

Th: Jefferson

PrC (DLC); in Short’s hand, including signature; at foot of text: “(Test W Short Sec).” Enclosure: Vergennes to TJ, 26 Nov. 1786.

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