Waterhouse, Benjamin, 1754-1846, A.L.s. (copy) to Thomas Jefferson; Boston, 1 side (4 pages), 1813 May 1, 1813 May 1 Digital
Scope and Contents
Copy of correspondence to the former president in which Waterhouse expresses grief over the recent death of Benjamin Rush, and his hope to be able to leave Boston and enter the service of the government. Waterhouse writes that Federalist opposition has thwarted his medical practice in Boston, and he would be interested in succeeding Rush as treasurer of the United States Mint in Philadelphia, or serving in the newly created position of surgeon general. The correspondence is unsigned and pages are missing.
Dates
- Creation: 1813 May 1
Language of Materials
Collection is in English, French, and Latin.
Conditions Governing Access
Collection is open for research. Access requires advance notice. Contact Public Services for further information.
Extent
02.25 cubic feet (6 flat storage boxes)Creator
- From the Collection: Waterhouse family. (Family)
- From the Collection: Waterhouse, Benjamin, 1754-1846. (Person)
Repository Details
Part of the Center for the History of Medicine (Francis A. Countway Library of Medicine) Repository
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