Thomas Jefferson (Washington [D.C.]) letter to Benjamin Rush (Philadelphia), 1801 December 20
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 8
Identifier: 1
Scope and Contents
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.
Dates
- Creation: 1801 December 20
Language of Materials
From the Collection:
English
Language of Materials
From the Collection:
Materials are in English.
Conditions Governing Access
This series has some time-limited restrictions.
Extent
1 Leaves
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Gift of Josiah Charles Trent Collection, 1956
Existence and Location of Copies
2-page transcript available
Physical Description
2 pages; 25 cm
Subject
- Rush, Benjamin, 1746-1813 (Person)
Repository Details
Part of the Your Name Here Special Collection Repository