G-3 1829, Jan. 28 Letter to E. R. (c/o Curtis & Porter in Paris) from James Woodruff of Catskill (whose wife is Sophia; has two children named Ann and Helen). Tells about the hard times facing his lumber business. Asks that some books in French be sent to him, for he and his children are learning the language. Has a few comments about politics, and mentions that "Root has retired in disgust with the beastliness, infamy, & degradation of government."
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1829, January 28- Letter to Edward Robinson from James Woodruff.
