Samuel A Otis to John Adams, February 23, 1795

Philad a: Feb 23 d 1795

Dear Sir

Probably this will find you very happy with your Lady & family, to whom the residents at 198 desire kind remembrances— We had a curious election of pro tem— M r Izard had in no trial more than one or two votes— The first tryal the Candidates were Livermore Langdon & Tazewel. The 2 d trial Livermore carried it. Who declined— A 3 d trial was made and Tazewell & Langdon became candidates. The 4 th time Tazewell had a majority. 1 He is a man of education and a gentleman and will probably discharge himself handsomely— Whether chastisment or alurement would have been best on the present occasion I am not possitive, but rather fear this will make the subject incorrigible.

The treaty continues to be expected, whilst the ordinary business is various & pressing.

your friends continue to regret your early departure, but I hope another year, as you are determined to bring M rs Adams with you, you will continue the Session.

I have the honor to be / Your most obedient / humble Ser t

Sam A. Otis