John Thaxter to John Adams, December 19, 1780

Leyden 19th. Decr. 1780

Sir

We arrived here last Evening at six oClock. This Morning We have a Sky and Air truly in the
American Style. We have been to a Lecture, where many curious Experiments were made by the
Professor of Medicine Mr. Horne. 1 At four Clock We
go to a Law Lecture.

I have engaged two Rooms at fifteen Guilders per Month, in the same Lodgings with Mr.
Waterhouse, whom I find very polite and attentive. On Thursday We take possession of them—I am
very sorry We cannot be accommodated sooner. 2

The Master for the Greek and Latin Languages will be engaged as soon as possible.

I hope soon to learn that your Eyes are much better.

I have the Honour to be, with perfect Respect, Sir, your most obedient
Servt.,

J Thaxter Junr.