To Thomas Jefferson from Benjamin Rush, 28 May 1804
From Benjamin Rush
Philada: May 28. 1804
Dear Sir,
The bearer Dr Anth: Fothergill wishes to do himself the honor of paying his respects to you. He is a relation of the late illustrious Dr John Fothergill, & possesses a large share of his philanthropic disposition. After having acquired wealth & independance at Bath, he has come to spend the evening of his life in our peaceful & flourishing country. He is well informed & amiable, and will duly estimate your civilities to him.
Health, Respect & Friendship! From Dr Sir yours affectionately
Benjn: Rush
RC (NjP: Rush Family Papers); endorsed by TJ as received 3 June and so recorded in SJL.
Anthony fothergill was a member of the party accompanying Alexander von Humboldt to Washington (National Intelligencer, 8 June 1804).