Unsigned ALS, one page, 8 x 9.5, September 27, 1826. Draft letter to the Reverend John T. Kirkland. In part: “It appears…that you was preparing a Discourse before the American academy of Arts and Sciences, on their late associates Adams & Jefferson. Your Letter observes that ‘In 1776 the Congress voted and recommended to the Colonies to establish for themselves Constitutions of Government. That it was said Mr. Adams had written a good Deal upon the Importance of a Legislature of two Branches instead of one Assembly. That a Letter of his to Mr. Wythe upon that and other Topics relative to a constitution, has been published; and that when I went to the Convention of New York for forming the Constitution, I took a Copy of this Letter of Mr. Adams. If that Copy came to my hands, it has escaped my Recollection…The Talents and Reasonings of Mr. Adams respecting the Expediency of two Branches in the Legislature have been so established by his Defence of our constitutions, as to afford ample Proof of his adherence to that Subject. The New York Constitution experienced no disputes or Difficulties in establishing both those Branches, nor do I remember that any Controversies on that head had prevailed in any of the State, excepting Pennsylvania.” Housed in an attractive custom-made presentation folder. In fine condition, with slight toning and mirroring to ink. Superior content regarding the formation of America. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA.
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