James Madison to Daniel G. Hickey, 24 March 1836
Montpellier March 24th. 1836
Sir:
I have received your letter of the lst. and would gladly furnish the information you wish, but I have no recollection myself, nor can I learn, from those who have long lived on the spot that your Father was ever employed by me in digging a well, nor do I believe there was any even dug within his period.
(signed) J. M.
FC (DLC).