Letter, 1808 July 22, "City of Washington," [D.C.] to Thomas Jefferson, n.p.

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Letter, 1808 July 22, "City of Washington," [D.C.] to Thomas Jefferson, n.p.

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Encloses a letter to Jefferson from Punqua Winchong, a Chinese Mandarin; Thornton translated. Translation: Winchong wishes he could have met Jefferson before he departed; has been well treated in this country and will endeavor to have his country return the civilities he received. [Enclosure included, of July 1808, n.p.].

4 p. on 2 leaves ; 25 cm. x 20 cm., 23 cm. x 36 cm.

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