Letter, 1808 July 15, n.p. to [Thomas Jefferson], n.p.

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Letter, 1808 July 15, n.p. to [Thomas Jefferson], n.p.

Sends him the "Louisiana Annuary" which he edited; has tried to give full information about territory of Orleans, especially climate and diseases; would appreciate his correspondence.

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

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