Letter signed William Maclure, Philadelphia, to Thomas Jefferson, July 30, 1825
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Identifier: A0770-00078
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English
- Thomas Jefferson Collection | Letter signed William Maclure, Philadelphia, to Thomas Jefferson. Sends copies of Andre Michaux's <span class="italic emph">Silva Americana</span> for Jefferson and the university. He adds that he has been attempting to reform the method of teaching the youth; has found a tree with properties of a good hedge; discovered a scheme for making paper out of straw; has an idea for an economical printing press; and asks for a list of principle agricultural societies. (4 pages), 1825 July 30
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