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William Nelson to William Short, 13 May 1785
Written By: Nelson, William, Jr.
A friend of William Short relays news from home, including health issues, Virginia politics, and foreign relations, and he compares the culture of America with Europe.
William Short to Unknown, 25 July 1785
Written By: Short, William
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.
William Nelson to William Short, 16 October 1785
Written By: Nelson, William, Jr.
A friend in Virginia writes to Short lamenting the irregularity of their correspondence and discussing recent events in the state.
Peyton Skipwith to William Short, 20 October 1785
Written By: Skipwith, Peyton
William Short's uncle sends news from Virginia and tells him he hopes to travel to Europe soon.
James Currie to William Short, 9 July 1786
Written By: Currie, James
A physician friend informs Short of Dr. James Lyons' return to the United States, discusses the medical profession and events in Virginia.

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