ALS, 1809 June 7 : Quincy, to Dr. [Benjamin] Rush.

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ALS, 1809 June 7 : Quincy, to Dr. [Benjamin] Rush.

Adams thanks his former colleague for his letters and for his son's inaugural dissertation. He goes on to speak of a "Tory Enemy" whose Father took over Adams' practice when he was sent to Congress. The man had become very wealthy and had passed a great fortune onto his son whereas Adams had "not added a shilling to my property these eight years"--After leaving the Presidency. Adams also refers to his memoirs and to a Mr. Duane who had promised to republish all of his letters.

1 1/2 p. ; 22.5 x 18.5 cm.

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SNAC Resource ID: 6824599

Copley Press, J S Copley Library

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