University of Virginia Library

1789-01-07

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Inclosed My Dear friend is a letter from
your sister; which she has written to supply
my deficiency. Tomorrow I open the budget &
you may imagine that to day I am very
busy and not a little anxious. I could not
however let the Packet sail without giving
you a proof, that no degree of occupation
can make me forget you.

We hope to hear shortly that
you are safe arrived & that every thing
is to your wish. That Mr. Church is
well, young and sprightly. And that
your sons promise all to be great
men, and your daughters to be like y
yourself.