From John Adams to James McHenry, 22 July 1799
Quincy July 22d 1799
Sir
On Saturday Dr. Waterhouse made me a visit & introduced Dr Lyman Spalding whose appearance justifys the character given him in the inclosed letter. I believe we shall not find a more proper appointment.
MHi: Adams Family Papers, Letterbooks.

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