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[Th]is moment learn that my friend James is going [illegible][Wil]
mington, and that he sets off in a few minutes I [have]
just returned from the Country where I spent yes
terday with my mother, and therefore have not seen
him very lately. I beseech you my dear friend to come
to town with him or as soon as you possibly can
and use your influence with your good father and
Mr. Andrews to come with you as nothing will
rejoice more the heart of your affectionate
friend and obedient humble Servant
Thomas Lee Shippen

Wednesday

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