Sentiments on death of a great man draw Jay's sympathy. Her nephew cannot be considered a stranger by Jay. Amherst estate in America, despite good management, cannot yield profit immediately though future worth will be great. Renting rare, most buy land. Van Alen's accounts: his rate for service may appear high; but supply for mental services equals the demand whereas demand for physical labor exce eds supply in this country. Jay's son in New York studying law; honors the remembrance of England and Lady Amherst.
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United States--History--Constitutional period, 1789-1809; Jay, John, 1745-1829