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Thomas Cooper, Columbia to Sir George [Philips]: Laudanum relieves asthma symptoms but impairs his sight. Letter is written by his daughter. Details of diet to keep gout at bay. Is doubtful that will live to complete 7 volume Statutes at Large. Refers to his attack on universal suffrage published in 1811 and current state of US politics.