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Extract from Thomas Jefferson to William Drayton

Paris Jan. 13. 1788.

the precept however is wise which directs us to ‘try all things, & hold fast that which is good.’

PoC (DLC). Published in PTJ, 12:507–08.
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Author
Thomas Jefferson
Recipient
William Drayton
Date Range
1771 - 1790
Date
January 13, 1788
Collection
Quotes by and about Thomas Jefferson
Repository
DLC
Quote Category
Conduct

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