Jay, John, 1745-1829 to Sarah Jay
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC04011 Author/Creator: Jay, John, 1745-1829 Place Written: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 9 April 1794 Pagination: 2 p. : address : docket ; 22.7 x 18.8 cm + 1 engraving ; b&w ; 27 x 19.9 + 1 engraving ; b&w ; 27.5 x 18.9 cm Order a Copy
Refers to his wife Sarah as Sally. Comments to his wife that he dined with President Washington. Relates there is a suspenseful atmosphere in the capital over a possible war with Britain. He says peace will probably prevail, but that war should be prepared for. Fears that the anger over British seizures at sea and their continued presence in the Northwest will lead to intemperate actions on the part of the government. Continues the letter on 10 April 1794. Mentions that he is glad boards were sent to his brother's house at Rye, New York and says he will have to attend to personal business at his estate in Bedford, New York soon. Complains of his rhumatism. Written shortly before his selection as envoy to Britain. His work there on the Jay Treaty helped avoid the war he feared in this letter. One full length engraving of John Jay and one bust engraving of Mrs. John Jay included as collateral.
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