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Samuel Hardy to William Short, 14 June 1785
Written By: Hardy, Samuel
A mentor of William Short relays news from Virginia and America.
Peyton Skipwith to William Short, 24 October 1785
Written By: Skipwith, Peyton
William Short's uncle relays news from Virginia, asks regarding the education of his son in England, and details his plans to travel to Europe.
William Short to Peyton Short, 26 November 1785
Written By: Short, William
William Short writes to his brother, complaining about a lack of correspondence, discussing financial matters including the sale of enslaved people, and inquiring about his sisters.
William Smith to William Short, 18 July 1786
Written By: Smith, William Stephens
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.
William Short to Willam Smith, 5 August 1786
Written By: Short, William
William Short writes to the secretary to the American legation in London, discussing personal matters, domestic changes in Thomas Jefferson's household, friendships, and his feelings regarding America.

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