Your letter of the 13th found me confined to my bed by a severe pleuretic attack, from which I am just recovering. It is a matter of regret to me, that this indisposition prevented me from seeing & conversing with two distinct parties of members of Congress who have lately favoured me with their company. I was extremely anxious to know what was thought & said in that house about the impeachment. my wish to see the charges was gratified by your letter.