Jefferson, Thomas (1743-1826) to David Gelston re: thanks for supplying statistics on use of steamboats
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC04918 Author/Creator: Jefferson, Thomas (1743-1826) Place Written: Monticello Type: Autograph note signed Date: 1811/11/14 Pagination: 1 p. 22 x 18 cm Order a Copy
Letter or note in the third person, thanking Gelston for supplying information on use of newly invented steamboats on the Hudson River.
Notes: Capitalization standardized.
Th. Jefferson presents his salutations to Mr. Gelston, & his thanks for his statement of the tonnage of steamboats now actually employed. He has no doubt that this invention will materially improve the condition of our country. He avails himself of this occasion of assuring Mr. Gelston of his constant esteem & respect.
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