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Preeson Bowdoin to William Short, 6 March 1785
Written By: Bowdoin, Preeson
A friend and fellow Phi Beta Kappa member writes to William Short, describing his travels in Europe and discussing sexual encounters.
Preeson Bowdoin to William Short, 7 April 1785
Written By: Bowdoin, Preeson
A friend and fellow Phi Beta Kappa member discusses his relationship with a married woman and news about acquaintances in common.
Preeson Bowdoin to William Short, 11 April 1785
Written By: Bowdoin, Preeson
A friend and fellow Phi Beta Kappa member discusses love, courtship and marriage, as well as his travel plans.
Samuel Hardy to William Short, 14 June 1785
Written By: Hardy, Samuel
A mentor of William Short relays news from Virginia and America.
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.
William Smith to William Short, 18 July 1786
Written By: Smith, William Stephens
The secretary to the American legation in London writes to William Short, discussing political conditions, offering advice, and describing his concerns and hopes for America's future.

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