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Philip Mazzei to William Short, 8 December 1784
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Written By: Mazzei, Philip
A friend informs that he has taken care of William Short's business, encloses a letter from his brother Peyton, and discusses cost of living in Europe, his difficult financial situation, and legal issues between him and his wife.

The second half of this letter is published by Founders Online in Philip Mazzei to Thomas Jefferson, 6 December 1784.
William Nelson to William Short, 26 March 1785
Written By: Nelson, William, Jr.
A friend of William Short relays news from home and asks Short to compare France to Virginia.
William Nelson to William Short, 17 July, 10 and 12 August 1785
Written By: Nelson, William, Jr.
A friend in Virginia writes to William Short expressing disappointment at not having heard from him recently, updates him on various local, state and national events, and in a postscript describes an injury he has suffered.
William Nelson to William Short, 14 June 1786
Written By: Nelson, William, Jr.
A friend of William Short describes how he is dealing with grief after his wife's death, the upbringing of his young children, and his return to active life.

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