Adams Papers

From John Adams to Oliver Wolcott, Jr., 29 August 1796

Quincy August 29. 1796

Dear Sir

My Wants are So numerous and my means of Supplying them So moderate, that I am obliged to ask the favour of you, to direct a Post note to be Sent me for a Quarters Salary, as Soon after the fourth of September as possible. Mr Meredith at your Desire was So good as to Send me a Note for the last Quarter in good Season. We have the most tranquil Summer and most plentiful Season I ever knew.

With great and Sincere Esteem I am / your faithful and obliged

John Adams

CtHi: Oliver Wolcott, Jr. Papers.

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