To Thomas Jefferson from Richard Claiborne, 27 August 1806
New Orleans
Augt. 27. 1806
Sir
In the absence of Governor Claiborne, I forward to you a copy of the Laws of the 1st. Session of the Legislature of the Territory of Orleans.
I have the honor to be, Sir, your mo. hble Servt
R Claiborne
Secy to the Governor
DLC: Papers of Thomas Jefferson.

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