Documents

Published by Founders Online.

Published by Founders Online.

A cousin writes to William Short regarding some mutual financial matters, laments the tardiness of the mail, but indicates he is expecting letters and news from a ship recently arrived in Falmouth from the James River.

A cousin acknowledges receipt of two letters from William Short and sends news from home, including the death of a female acquaintance.

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.

A cousin sends a letter of introduction to William Short.

The secretary of the American legation in London writes to William Short,  discussing letters he has written, book purchases, and Thomas Jefferson's recently injured wrist.

Upon Fulwar Skipwith's instructions, W. Ogilvy encloses a letter to William Short and promises will forward any other items, such as newspapers, that will come to him from Virginia.