Thomas Jefferson Papers

To Thomas Jefferson from Owen Roberts, 12 September 1808

New York Septer 12th. 1808

Respected Sir

I send you enclosed by the desire of a number of Republicans of this City, a printed Copy of the proceedings of a republican Meeting held in this place where I was elected chairman. I hope the sentiments contained in it will meet your approbation. the Language is not so correct as it might have been, I being a native of Whales and not proficient in the english Tongue. a great number are distributed in this city and generally approved, which induced me to take the Liberty of sending you one

Your most Devoted Humble & Obedient Servant

Doctor Roberts

no 5 Oliver Street

ViW.

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