Letter, 1808 January 31, Washington, [D.C.] to [William] Short, n.p.

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Letter, 1808 January 31, Washington, [D.C.] to [William] Short, n.p.

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Expresses his happiness that Short will soon be living in Washington, D.C. and hopes that Short will spend his meals with Jefferson when possible; received information that Russia has stopped all communication with Great Britain, including recalling the ambassadors; all affairs with the United States and Europe are at an impasse for the time being.

1 p. on 1 leaf ; 25 cm. x 20 cm.

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