John Adams to Adrianus Dubbeldemuts, April 7, 1782

Amsterdam April 7th. 1782

Sir

I have recd. your favor of yesterday inclosing a Gazette with a new Petition or Address to the Magistrates of the City of Rotterdam.

While the People entertain such sentiments and hold such a language their Liberties and Prosperity can never be essentially in danger.

I should be very happy to see You at any time while I stay in Amsterdam, or after my Removal to the Hague. If I should come to the Hague the latter end of this week or the beginning of next, I should be glad to recieve You there; but I cannot at present indicate the day. With much Respect, I have the honor to be, Sir, &ca