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Leven Powell, Washington, D.C., to Burr Powell, Middleburg, Loudoun County, Virginia, 1801 February 2

 Item — Box: 2, Folder: 60
Identifier: id23011

Scope and Contents

Tells of his correspondence with his opponent Mr. Joseph Lewis, Jr., and concedes that he, Lewis, was correct "in his official duties, as well as Attentive"; he will run for office again; no certain word yet on the presidential situation; a letter written to someone in Berkley by Thomas Jefferson has been printed and may end up doing him, TJ, more harm than good; he is still quite distressed... Includes a copy.

Dates

  • Creation: 1801 February 2

Creator

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Extent

From the Collection: 0.85 Linear Feet

Language

From the Collection: English