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to John Steele

James Monroe advises the collector of customs in Philadelphia on the rules to follow regarding released British prisoners of war sailing home. Also requests that the secretary of state's office be informed of every cartel sailing from Steele's...

GLC00323

to Elbridge Gerry

Comments on an impending lawsuit. Discusses Virginia Governor Patrick Henry's recent request to Congress for assistance against the Indians and the problems it poses for the federal government : "as the ultimate decision of Congress upon the...

GLC00529.01

Regarding affidavits in Paris

Contains list of names concerning some issue in Paris, including Peyton Skipwith, Gouverneur Morris, William Lee, General William Hull, and Benjamin Hichborn. Seems to be written on the back of an old letter. Unrelated address leaf on verso. Note is...

GLC00496.266

to William Plumer

Circular letter notifying the governor of New Hampshire of the declaration of war made against Britain, officially beginning the War of 1812. Letter sent with copies of the act declaring war and a report of the Committee of Foreign Relations (not...

GLC00639.22

to Robert R. Livingston re: letter of introduction, Livingston's appointment

Expressing satisfaction in Livingston's appointment as Minister to France. With clipping adhered to document. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC02495