Documents

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A fellow Virginian informs William Short that he has gotten married and discusses Congress moving from Trenton, social events in Richmond, and news about mutual acquaintances.

A friend of William Short updates him on political, legal, and cultural events in Virginia and the backcounty, relays information about relations between Virginia and Maryland, and discusses British debt.

William Short writes to an unknown person and describes events in Europe and Virginia, including his hopes for the abolition of slavery. This incomplete letter is perhaps the first instance of Short expressing his hopes for an end to slavery.

A physician friend discusses social and political events in Virginia and inquires about William Short adapting to life in France. 

A friend in Virginia writes to Short lamenting the irregularity of their correspondence and discussing recent events in the state.

Original document is available online at the American Philosophical Society.

Published by the Papers of James Monroe.

A friend of William Short describes how he is dealing with grief after his wife's death, the upbringing of his young children, and his return to active life.

The secretary to the American legation in London writes to William Short, discussing political conditions, offering advice, and describing his concerns and hopes for America's future.