Thomas Jefferson Papers

To Thomas Jefferson from Benjamin Ruggles, 28 April 1822

Senate Chamber April 28–1822

Dear Sir:

Accompanying this letter I transmit you a pamphlet containing a review of the Opinion of the Supreme Court of the United States in the case of Cohens vs. Virginia. This review was written by Charles Hammond Esqr a distinguished member of the Bar in Ohio. Believing the sentiments contained in the review would accord in some measure with your own on this subject, I have taken the liberty of sending one for your perusal.

Very respectfully Your obt Servant.

Benj. Ruggles

DLC: Papers of Thomas Jefferson.

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