1From James Madison to William P. Duval, 18 April 1827 (Madison Papers)
I just learn from Mr. Fs. Eppes that he is about making a visit to E Florid[a], and I feel a pleasure in the opportunity of making him known to you, well assured that you will be equally pleased with that of offering a kind hand to the son of J. W. Eppes and grandson of Thomas Jefferson. To these claims to whatever friendly offices you can render him, he adds a personal worth, which alone...
2From James Madison to Francis Eppes, 18 April 1827 (Madison Papers)
I did not receive till yesterday yours of the 2d inst. I lose no time in complying with its request by the inclosed line of introduction to Govr. Duval, the only person in that quarter to whom I cd. address one. He will be more than sufficient to afford you friendly attentions as far as you may have occasion for them. He is a highly estimable man & probably known to you thro’ his Connections...
3From James Madison to Alexander Garrett, 18 April 1827 (Madison Papers)
Your letter of the 9th. postmarked the 10th. inst. was not received till yesterday, whether delayed on the way, or not duly delivered from the office at O.C. House, I know not. I had signified to Genl. Cocke my wish that he would concur with you in arrangements for giving effect to the legal authority for a loan. I am sorry for the failure of the first experiment, and can only express my hope...