1Jerman Baker to Thomas Jefferson, 10 May 1819 (Jefferson Papers)
When I left Cumberland last Week my friend M r Eppes was about to set out for Staunton with Francis & Wayles ; Since my arrival here I have met with M r Brockenbrough who informs me that M r
2Jerman Baker to Thomas Jefferson, 21 May 1819 (Jefferson Papers)
I have the pleasure to acknowledge the receipt on this day of your very friendly letter of the 14 Ins t & beg you, Sir, to accept my acknowledgements for your kind offer of attention to my Son Wayles of which I hope he will prove himself worthy. I am desirous that he should commence the French Language immediately & prosecute it diligently, for which purpose I furnished him with such Books I...