To James Madison from Nicholas P. Trist, 18 May 1827
From Nicholas P. Trist
Charlottesville May 18th. 27.
Sir
Mr Willard of Roxbury near Boston, who has come on to the University with the large clock of which he is maker, is desirous on his return, to avail himself of the first and last opportunity that will ever offer for paying his respects to you; and I accordingly take the liberty of giving him this introduction. With profound respect Your obedt. Servt.
Nichs. Ph: Trist
RC (ViHi: Nicholas P. Trist Album Book). Docketed by JM.