Eli Todd letter to Thomas Rotch, Farmington, April 20 1808

At Dr. Todd's advice, Charity Rotch saw Dr. Benjamin Rush for consultation in his Philadelphia office. The exact date is unclear. A search of Dr. Rush's office records by Rotch historian Ethel Conrad revealed nothing. Dr. Todd, Charity physician in Connecticut states that he did not have the time to consult with Dr. Rush about Charity's case by mail. He advised the Rotches not to tarry too long in the City due to various diseases, and he notes that between 30 and 40 people in Farmington have succumbed to spotted fever. 8.1" x 9.75" (20.7 by 24.6 cm