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Jefferson, Thomas, 1743-1826 to Joseph Coolidge re: his marriage to Jefferson's granddaughter, Ellen

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06571 Author/Creator: Jefferson, Thomas, 1743-1826 Place Written: Charlottesville, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1824/10/24 Pagination: 2 p. : Height: 24.9 cm, Width: 19.7 cm Order a Copy

Two full pages. Jefferson expresses his warm thoughts on Coolidge's intentions to marry his granddaughter. Also discusses Jefferson's health, finances, the upcoming visit of Lafayette, the University of Virginia and Monticello. Written in Monticello

Jefferson, Thomas, 1743-1826

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