Thomas Jefferson Papers

Joseph Delaplaine to Thomas Jefferson, 21 February 1823

From Joseph Delaplaine

Philada Feby 21: 1823

My dear sir,

The enclosed letter is from one of my best & worthiest friends. He is the Cashier of the Bank of Germantown near us, & is well known for exemplary conduct.—It would afford me peculiar gratification if you would answer his letter.

Wishing you every happiness,

I remain your devoted friend

Joseph Delaplaine

RC (DLC); addressed: “Thomas Jefferson Esquire Monticello Virginia”; franked; postmarked Philadelphia, 22 Feb.; endorsed by TJ as received 4 Mar. 1823 and so recorded in SJL. Enclosure: John F. Watson to TJ, 22 Feb. 1823.

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