Monroe, James, 1758-1831 to John Francis Mercer
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02861 Author/Creator: Monroe, James, 1758-1831 Place Written: New York, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 27 February 1785 Pagination: 2 p. : address : docket : free frank ; 22.4 x 18.6 cm. Order a Copy
Monroe, a member of the Confederation Congress, informs Mercer, member of the Virginia House of Delegates, that a secretary will soon be appointed to assist John Adams as Minister to Great Britain. States that James McHenry, also a member of the Confederation Congress, has not mentioned a nomination for this position. Informs that the Indian Commissioner, a friend of Mercer's, presented himself before Congress. States that there are many important issues before Congress, including propositions for raising men and the regulation of commerce. Informs Mercer of his participation on a committee with Robert Livingston, Elbridge Gerry, John Beatty, Rufus King, and Thomas Johnson. Imparts the views of John Jay, former United States diplomat in Spain and France, regarding duties of the Secretary of Foreign Affairs.
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