From Thomas Jefferson to James Leander Cathcart, 3 May 1805
To James Leander Cathcart
May 3. 05.
Th: Jefferson presents his compliments to Mr. Cathcart and his thanks for the seeds he has been so kind as to send him, which he will endeavor to have so disposed of as to ensure the preservation of the species.
Tr (MHi: Paul L. Ford Papers); in an unidentified hand, with added typewritten note: “From a copy courteously furnished by Dr. J. S. H. Fogg, of Boston”; at foot of text: “Mr. Cathcart.” Not recorded in SJL.