From Thomas Jefferson to Francis Bowman, 6 September 1823
Monticello Sep. 6. 23.
Dear Sir
The body of mr Wilson M. Cary is on it’s way to this place for burial & is expected to arrive immediately. his friends are anxious it should be buried this afternoon, and we ask the favor of you to come & perform funeral service on the occasion. accept the assurance of my great esteem & respect
Th: Jefferson
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