From John Adams to Julia Stockton Rush

19 February 1825

Dear Madam Rush

Quincy Feby. 19th. 1825

Among all the congratulations which I have rec’d upon this occasion more have affected me more tenderly than this from the bosom friend of my ancient & excellent friend Dr Rush. I feel a regret that yr worthy Son our Ambassador in England was not on this side the water upon the occasion. My best wishes attend you Madam & all yr children and will do so as long as I have any wishes. this cannot be long for I have advanced one third in my ninetieth year and am reduced to the last stages of imbecility.

I am Madam your respectful and / affectionate friend and humble servant

John Adams—

MHi: Adams Family Papers, Letterbooks.

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