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A cousin sends a letter of introduction to William Short.

A cousin informs William Short of his travel plans and requests recommendations for his company to potential clients by Short and Thomas Jefferson.

William Short's cousin assures him he will tend to some financial matters on his behalf once he arrives in Virginia, and he recommends a banking house in London.

The secretary of the American legation in London writes to William Short regarding an American stranded in London, and he states he has come to terms with personal domestic issues.

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.

The secretary of the American legation in London writes to William Short regarding the purchase of shoes and shipping of books.  

Upon Fulwar Skipwith's instructions, W. Ogilvy encloses a letter to William Short and promises will forward any other items, such as newspapers, that will come to him from Virginia.

The secretary of the American legation in London writes to William Short regarding the purchase of toothbrushes and shoes, and he discusses Col. David Humphreys's behavior and attitudes.