Thomas Jefferson Papers

From Thomas Jefferson to Patrick Magruder, 6 November 1807

Washington Nov. 6. 07.

Sir

I have this day directed a commission to be made out for you as Librarian to Congress. mr Van Zandt having been charged pro tem. with the care of the books since the death of mr Beckley, you will be pleased to recieve that charge from him. I salute you with esteem & respect.

Th: Jefferson

DLC: Papers of Thomas Jefferson.

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