Theodorus Bailey to Thomas Jefferson, 22 October 1823
From Theodorus Bailey
New york 22d October 1823.
Dear Sir,
A few days since I had the pleasure to receive a letter from you, covering one addressed to Mr Raggi of Leghorn. This gentleman returned yesterday from Virginia—and this morning I delivered your letter to him:—He proposes to embark at this port for Leghorn, by the first opportunity that offers; of which he will probably advise you.
I pray to accept my grateful acknowledgments for your kind recollection of me:—and of my sincere wishes for your health and happiness.
With great respect and regard,
Theodorus Bailey.
RC (MHi); endorsed by TJ as received 28 Oct. 1823 and so recorded in SJL. RC (DLC); address cover only; with repeated endorsement on recto and Dft of TJ to Granville Sharp Pattison, 12 Mar. 1825, on verso; addressed: “Thomas Jefferson Esquire Monticello State of Virginia”; franked; postmarked New York, 22 Oct.