1From Thomas Jefferson to John Banister, 26 January 1786 (Jefferson Papers)
The inclosed letters will so fully explain their object that I need not say a word on that subject. You will perceive that Messrs. Dangirard and De Vernon have great cause to complain of the invincible silence of Messrs. Marck, nephew, & co. A person who has done me many friendly offices has asked my endeavors to procure information what can be the cause of this silence. I take the liberty of...
2From Thomas Jefferson to John Banister, 6 May 1786 (Jefferson Papers)
Since my letter of June 15. 1785 the receipt of which yours of Jan. 19. 1786. acknoleges, I wrote you on the 31st. of Aug. and again the 26th. of Jan. These I hope will have come to your hands before this and quieted your mind for the health of your son. On my return from England a few days ago I found here your’s of Jan. 19. and was happy enough to receive at the same time one from your son...