1Alexander Murray to Thomas Jefferson, 29 November 1815 (Jefferson Papers)
The annexed Letter will I hope prove my apology for addressing you; particularly as I am given to understand, that you are almost the only acquaintance now left; which my Deceased Father (The late Earl of Dunmore) had, when Gov r of Virginia — As such, and from the High Situations you have held in that State (as well as in the Union) I cannot have a doubt but that you are fully informed...