Mathew Carey to John Adams, May 19, 1813

Philada May 19. 1813.

Sir

Dr James Rush, yesterday, put into my hands your letter of the 30th. ult. which came too late to answer the purpose intended.

As I propose to publish in one time a new Edition of the Naval History, I shall, if you judge proper, retain this communication; or otherwise return it to you.

I remain, with sincere respect, / your obt. hble Servt

Mathew Carey