To Thomas Jefferson from George Washington, 26 September 1787
From George Washington
Phila. Sept. 26th -87
My Dear Sir
The merits of Mr. Shippen, Son of Doctr. Shippen of this City, will be the best apology I can offer for introducing him to your attention and civilities whilst he is in Paris. He is a young Gentleman of Talents and improvement—these I am sure you love. I shall only add therefore how much and how sincerely I am Yours &c.,
G. Washington
FC (DLC: Washington Papers).