Foote Papers; Undated

undated (possibly 1804), unsigned, and unaddressed letter believed to be written by James D L Walton to Ebenezer Foote

The several letters of "an old friend" and one under your name have been received with great pleasure_ You must not come out openly for your friend, but must let your Enemies for some time believe that you are opposed; and in their hearing speak well of the other Candidate You will soon hear further from your old friend
Your old friend