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John Adams to John Quincy Adams and Thomas Boylston Adams, 14 September 1794 Adams, John Adams, John Quincy Adams, Thomas Boylston

John Adams to John Quincy Adams and Thomas Boylston Adams

My dear Sons Quincy Septr. 14. 1794

I once more wish you a prosperous Voyage an honourable Conduct and a happy Life. Remember your Characters as Men of Business as well as Men of Virtue, and always depend on the Affection and Friendship of your Father

John Adams

RC (Adams Papers); addressed: “My Sons”; internal address: “John Quincy and Thomas Boylston Adams”; endorsed by JQA: “My Father 14. Septr: 1794. / Recd: at Boston.” Tr (Adams Papers).