1Edward Bancroft to Thomas Jefferson, 5 September 1815 (Jefferson Papers)
Though some years, & many great events have intervened, since the date of your last letter to me, you will I flatter myself, pardon the liberty which I take in addressing you, to assure you of the continuance of my highest Esteem & best wishes, and also to introduce to the honor of your favourable notice, & Kind protection, the Viscount Barziza , who will become the Bearer of this Letter— He...