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Extract from the Diary of John Quincy Adams

March 11, 1785

Spent the evening with Mr Jefferson, whom I love to be with, because he is a man of very extensive learning, and pleasing manners.

MS (MHi: Adams Family Papers).
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Author
John Quincy Adams
Date Range
1771 - 1790
Date
March 11, 1785
Collection
Quotes by and about Thomas Jefferson
Repository
MHi
Quote Category
Notable Comments on Jefferson

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