Thomas Jefferson (Washington [D.C.]) letter to Benjamin Rush (Philadelphia), 1801 December 20

Containers:
Box 1, Folder 8
Creator:
Jefferson, Thomas, 1743-1826
Extent:
1 Leaves
Scope and content:

Jefferson discusses vaccinations in Philadelphia, the impact of his sending a message rather than making a speech at the opening of Congress, the political implications of suppressing taxes, and his desire to live a long, healthy, and useful life.

Acquisition information:
Gift of Josiah Charles Trent Collection, 1956
Physical description:
2 pages; 25 cm
Alternative form available:

2-page transcript available

Access and use

Parent restrictions:
Collection is open for research.
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Location of this collection:
Rubenstein Library
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