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David M. Rubenstein Rare Book and Manuscript Library

David M. Rubenstein Rare Book and Manuscript Library

Rubenstein Library
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Durham, NC 27708 USA
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The holdings of the Rubenstein Rare Book & Manuscript Library range from ancient papyri to records of modern advertising. They number more than 300,000 printed volumes and more than 20 million items in manuscript and archival collections.
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Thomas Jefferson (Washington [D.C.]) letter to Benjamin Rush (Philadelphia), 1801 December 20 1 Leaves Box 1, Folder 8

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.

  1. David M. Rubenstein Rare Book and Manuscript Library
  2. Benjamin and Julia Stockton Rush papers, bulk 1766-1845 and undated
  3. Letters, 1777-1824

Thomas Jefferson (Washington [D.C.]) letter to Benjamin Rush (Philadelphia), 1808 January 3 1 Leaves Box 1, Folder 9

Jefferson notes that he has appointed Dr. Waterhouse to the Marine hospital in Boston, in return for his introducing vaccinations to the country, and describes the political fallout from the appointment. He plans to send his 15-year-old grandson to be with Rush in the Fall. He mentions Dr. Rose, and the impact on an embargo on relations with Europe.

  1. David M. Rubenstein Rare Book and Manuscript Library
  2. Benjamin and Julia Stockton Rush papers, bulk 1766-1845 and undated
  3. Letters, 1777-1824