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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.

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.

William Short writes a friend and discusses his experiences in Europe, his anticipated return to America, and various agricultural topics.

William Short writes to the secretary of the American legation in London, discussing friendship, love, and life in Paris, as well as recent events in Massachusetts and New Hampshire.