Madison, James, 1751-1836 to Dudley Porter, Jr. & Co.
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC00116 Author/Creator: Madison, James, 1751-1836 Place Written: Washington, District of Columbia Type: Letter signed Date: July 17, 1804 Pagination: 1 p. : address : docket Height: 25 cm, Width: 20 cm Order a Copy
The letter gives advice to a ship owner whose vessel was seized near Dominica. He informs them that they must apply to the British government for relief. Written as secretary of state. Address leaf has been separated.
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