s° ^V .HO,, />:£!'<- '>%^^' o > • ■ / 57th Congress, I HOUSP] OF REPRESENTATIVES. | Document let Se.^sio/i. ' (' ■ ] No. 620. Calendar of the Correspondence of James Monroe. New Edition, with Corrections BULLETIN Bureau of Rolls and Library DEPARTMENT OF STATE. No. 2. NOVEMBER, 1893. WASHINGTON: DEPARTMENT OF STATE. 1893. ov CONCURRENT RESOLUTION OF CONGRESS. CALENDARS OF CORUESPOXDKNl'E <1F THOMAS .lEFKKRSOX, .TAMES MADISON, AND JAMES MONROE. Resolved hy the Semile (the House of lieprenentathen concurring) , That thcie lie |irinteii and bound in dotli 4,000 copies of each of the following bulletins of the Bureau of Rolls and Library of the Department of State, namely: Calendars of the Correspond- ence of Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, and James Monroe; 1,000 cojiies for the use of the Senate, 2,000 copies for the use of the House of Representatives, and 1,UC0 copies for distribution by the Department of State. Pas.sed Mav 10, 1902. The talile of Errata appearins on papres ITT ami IV in the firi^t edition of this Bul- letin is omitted liere, tlie corrections haviu" been made in tlie text. CALENDAR CORRESPONDENCE OF JAMES MONROE, PKEPARED FROM THE ORIGIN AiS PRESERVED IN THE DEPARTMENT OF STATE. 1 an act entitled "An i Dd diplomatic ei year ending the thirtieth c and for other purposes:" ''Sec. 8. And ie it further enacted, That the sum of twenty thousand dollars be, and the same is hereby, appropriated, to be paid out of any moneys in the Treasury not otherwise appropriated, to enable the Secretary of State to purchase the remaining manu- script books and papers of General George Washington ; the said books and papers to be deposited and preserved in the Department of State; and that a like sum be appropriated for the purchase of the manuscript books and papers of the late James Monroe, to be deposited in like manner in the Department of State. "Approved March 3, 1849." Chapter 100, Statntes-at-Large of the United States of America, 30th Congress, 2d Ses- sion, vol. 9, page 370. 1758, April 28, born in Westmoreland County, Va. 1774-1776, a student at William and Mary College. 1776, a lieutenant in the Third Virginia Regiment un- der Col. Hugh Mercer, of the army of the Kevolu- tion. 1777-1778, a volunteer aide-de-camp, with rank of major, in General Stirling's staff. 1780, a student of law under Thomas Jefferson. 1782, elected a member of Virginia assembly. 1783-1786, member of Cougress. 1786, married Miss Eliza Kortwright, of New York ; practiced law at Fredericksburg. 1787, elected a member of Virginia Assembly. 1788, member of Virginia convention for ratification of the Federal Constitution. 1790-1794, United States Senator. 1794, May 2», commissioned Minister Plenipotentiary to France. 1796, August 22, recalled. December 30, took leave. 1799-1802, Governor of Virginia. 1803, January 12, commissioned by President Jefferson Minister' Plenipotentiary and Envoy Extraordi- nary to act with Robert R. Livingston at Paris, and with Charles Pinckney at Madrid. April 30, with Livingston he signed the Treaty for the cession of Louisiana ; the Convention pro- viding for the payment for that territory ; and the Convention providing for adjustment of cer- tain claims of citizens of the United States against France. 1803, April 18, commissioned Minister Plenipotentiary to Great Britain. 1804, October 14, commissioned Minister Extraordi- nary and Plenipotentiary to Spain. 1806, May 12, commissioned with Wm. Pinkney to ne- gotiate a treaty with England. 1806, December 31, treaty signed. [It was not ap- oroved by the President and not submitted to the Senate.] 1807, October 29, left England. 1810, elected a third time to Virginia Assembljr. 1811, elected a fourth time Governor of Virginia. 3 1811, April 2 to March 4, 1S17, Secretary of State in President Madison's Cabinet. Also held office of Secretary of War ad interim, September -^6, 1814, to March S, 1615. 1817, March 4, to March 3, 1821, President of the United States. 1819, treaty with Spain for cession of Florida. 1821, March 4, to March 3, lb25, President of the United States. 1823, December 2, message containing an expression of Monroe doctrine. 1826, elected a Visitor or Regent of the University of Virginia. 1829, member of Virjijiuia constitutional convention. 1830, death of Mrs. Monroe. 1831, July 4, died at the house of Samuel L. Gouver- neur at New York City. His children were Eliza, who married Judge George Hay, of Virginia, and Maria, who married Samuel L. Gouvemenr, of New York City. LETTERS TO MONROB. Adams. Abigail, Quincy, Mats. 1813, April 20. Ackuowledgiug letter of 10th. Re- viewing her life during the Revolution. Now she has to .support the paiufnl separation from her son, ambassador to Russia. Willing to submit, if for the honor and advantage of lier country. 4"^. a pages. Ada.ms. John, Qidncij, Mass. 1795, March 6. Introducing Beuj. Deal, jr. Congress had not received the treaty with England before rising. 4°. 2 pages. 1811, December 10. Thauliing him for President's mes- sage and for documents. Rejoices iu the unanim- ity in Congress and the nation. 4°. 1 page. 1812, ifay 7. Acknowledging letter 27th April. Anx- ious to know whether the minister to St. Peters- burg has received orders or permission to return. 4°. 1 page. 1812, November 2:5. Necessity for a navy. Yazoo lands. Titles of purchase impregnable in law. The Gov- ernment ought to restore to the rightful proprie- tors undisturbed possession of their land or pay them for it. 4- 2 pages. 181J, February 2;i. Acknowledging letter of 15th. Conciliatory bill for the regulation of seamen. Thinks England will not pass an act forbidding the emi)loyment of American seamen in their navy. J. Q. Adams at St. Petersburg. Letters opened by authorities, but none retained. 4s 2 pages. 1813, April Uti. Acknowledging letter of 19th. Nego- tiations at St. Petersburg. Points of rank and etiquette. Sjieculations on the issue of the nego- tiations. France the natural ally of America, yet her conduct has been capricious aud arbi- trary. 4=. 2 pages. to W. S. Smith. 1814, March 2. Acknowledging letter of 18th Febru- ary. Puzzled at the resnlt of affairs in Europe. Growing importance of Russia. We should culti- vate a good understanding with her. [Copy.] 4=. 3 pages 5 Adams. J., to W. S. Smith. 1814, March 4. Acknowledgiug letter of 23d nltirao. Sinclair and Wilkinson haunted through life by disaster. Blunderers in war and intriguers in politics. Treachery and cowardice in war. In- capacity. Every nation as free as it deserves to be. [Copy.] 4°. 2 pages. to MoxnoE. J816, December 17. Introducing Col. William Sumner aud Miss Elizabeth Sumner. 4"^. 1 page. to W. TCDOR. 1817, March 29. A humorous letter, in which he sug- gests the scene and subject for a painter, period 1761, in the council chamber of the old Town House in Boston. [Copy.] 4°. 8 pages. to Monroe. 1817, June 19. Recommendations of Captain Tucker and Mr. Deblois for office. Their services and merits. Congratulations on Monroe's election. Invitation to dine at Quincy. 4°. 2 pages. 1817, June 27. Application by son of E. Gerry for post of surveyor of port of Boston. Great sacri- fices of Gerry aud destitute couditiou of his family. Difficulties "of the Executive in ;ippointments. Invitation to visit Quincy. 4°. 1 page. 1819, Noremher 3 Transmitting 'a morsel of rusty antiquity.' (Au iuteresting paper, vide indorse- ment.) Suggests that Mr. Hay may have the curiosity to look at it. 4°. 1 page. 1820, March (i. Acknowledging letter of 20th February and the Journal of the Federal Convention. Thinks the Missouri question cannot shake the solid foundation of the Constitution, however it may be deteimined. 4°. 1 page. 1824, November 15. Introducing Mr. and Mrs. Ticknor. Congratulates him on his administration which has been without fault. 4°. 1 page. ADAM8. John Quincy, Amsterdam. 1794, Noi^ember 22. Case of Mr. Boylston's vessel. Seizures have caused au immediate rise of 100 per cent, of premium on all American ships. Esti- mates that extraordinary insurance amounts to £700,000. Mostly paid in England for her benefit and our loss. An early and favorable decision in this particular case is of importance. Will be happy to correspond with him. 4°. 3 pages. 6 Adams. J. Q., The Hague. 1795, February 1. Introduces James McEvers, of New York. The success of the French in Holland has been followed by a revolution in two of the prov- inces. The sovereignty of the people is estab- lished as the fundamental principle upon which the new Constitution is to rise. •4'^. 1 page. 1795, February 23. Acknowledging letter of January 28. Hopes of obtaining redress for causes of com- plaint are very gratifying. Holland permits the importation of flour during this year. May be of importance to the United States. 4"^. 2 pages. 1795, March 23. Proofs of friendly disposition of Dutch Government towards the United States. The maritime power of the Republic (Holland) has dwindled. Not sufficient for protection of the North Sea. 4°. 2 pages. 1795, March 30. Our commerce and navigation with this country (Holland) is now free from obstrnc- tions. Political fate of this Republic unsettled. The state of peace will be maintained while the foreign forces contiuue; when that restraint is re- moved perfect tranquillity will not continue. Re- lates to a purchase of books. 4°. 2 pages. 1795, May 16. Acknowledging letters of 2d ultimo and 6th instant. Seizure of American vessels freighted in Holland for the Dutch West Indies. Complaints to be addressed to Mr. Monroe. Amer- ican property on a Russian vessel seized in the ports of Holland. 4°. 3 pages. 1795, July 8. Acknowledging letter of 14th and 24th ult. Claim for protection of American property on a Russian vessel. 4'^. 2 pages. HelvoeUJuys. 1795, October 24. Relates to a bill for $120,000 toward interest on loans of United States in Holland and Antwerp. About to depart from Holland. His destination. 4''. 2 pages. The Hague. 1796, June 20. Is informed that Monroe has in his possession money destined for relief of La Fayette. Asks if he can use it to reimburse hira (Adams) for sums advanced to Mme. La Fayette. 4°. 1 page. Adams. J. Q., Albert Gallatin, and J. A. Bay- ard, miuisters, to Chancellor Komanzoff. St. Peterahurg. 1813, July 22, August 3. Informs him of their powers to negotiate a treaty of commerce between the United States and Rusnia. [Translation and copy.] fol. 2 pages. 1813, July 18-30. Informs him of the acceptance of the mediation of Russia for a treaty of peace with Great Britain. [Copy of the translation.] fol. 2 pages. Adams. John Quincy, and Mr. Harris to Mr. Spkyer. 1813, November 22. Messrs. Gallatin and Bayard pro pose to return to the United States together. British Government refuses to negotiate with United States under mediation of Rassia. [With the following.] 1813, Xovemier 23. Mr. Harris thinks from the treat- ment by the British Government of Russia's over- tures, nothing like peace will ensue. Mr. Adams will remain as minister resident. [Extracts.] 4°. 2 pages, Adams. John Quincy to Monrok. London, 1817, May 6. Acknowledging letter of 6tb March and his commission as Secretary of State. His recall communicated to Lord Castlereagh, who expresses amicable disposition toward the United States Will sail next month via Ijiverpool. 4°. 1 page Quincy. 1817, Jugust 21. Arrived in New York on 6th. His visit to Quincy. Expects to be in Washington, 21st September. 4°. 1 page Waahhigtov 1817, September 27. Correspondence with the French minister about the conspiracy and invasion of Mexico. Its absurdity and wickedness Ques tion of the authenticity of papers. Mr. Bagot and question of the fisheries. fol. 2 pages. to Jamks T. Austin. 1817, September 29. Acknowledging letter of 22( Fourth article of the Treaty of Ghent. [Copy.] fol. 1 page. AUA.MS. John Quincy, to Monrok. 1817, Octoher 3. Acknowledfjiu}; letters of 29th and 30th ult. Publicatiou of Mr. De Neuville's letter ■will be made in a few days with answer. Cur- rent business of the Department. fol. 1 page. 1817, Octoher 4. Correspondence with the French minister relating to the attempt on Mexico to be published. Copy of a letter relating to capture of fishing- vessels by the "Dee." Mr. Russell wishes to be transferred from consulate at Riga to Am- sterdam. Other applicants for Amsterdam. fol. 3 pages. 1817, October 6. Enclosing copy of a note from the Russian minister and draft of an answer. Further delay of the "Ontario" resulting from change of destination. Archibald Cook wants office. En- closes a letter from him. fol. 1 page. 1817, Octoher 7. Departure of the " Ontario" and Mr. Prevost; the time fixed upon. Claim of Commo- dore Morris. Appointment of a marshal at Balti- more. Commodore Barney and A. R. Levering candidates. Mr. Holmes and 4th article of Treaty of Ghent. The four articles proposed by Lord Cas- tlereagh to be added to the Commercial Conven- tion, fol. 4 pages. 1817, October 8. Instructions for Mr. Austin, agent to commission under 4th article Treaty of Ghent. Commodore Lewis, special agent to Venezuela. Mr. Levering recommended as marshal of Balti- more. The supposed Joseph Napoleon confeder- acy. Why has the French minister interfered? Joseph Bonaparte not interested in it. Had it been devised to injure Lncien Bonapartet fol. 4 pages. 1818, March 25. Report on the resolution of the House of Representatives relating to Don M. de Aguirre, agent from Buenos Ayres, Chili, and Portuguese dominions in South America. fol. 2 pages. 1818, August 12. Enclosing several papers and request- ing instructions thereon. M. de Aguirre, agent from Buenos Ayres; his difficulties in New York. Proposal to sell his two vessels to the United States. Mr. Eustis's claim when minister to Hol- land. Georfje Sullivan's suit. False report of ces- sion of Florida. 4°. 4 pages. Adams. J. Q , 18ie, ^«(7M«t 13. Acknowledgiug letter of l:?th. Chev de Onis' affidavits. Mr. Aguirre aud his two cap- tains arrested for violation of the nontrality laws. The Danish minister. Mr. Peuderson's complain againstoliBcersof custom house at Savannah. In structions to ministers. 4°. y pages 1818, Aiiguat20. Acknowledging letter of 17th. Com- mission for Mr. Woodbridgo, secretary of Michi- gan Territory. Letter from Attorney-General re- lating to mail-robber.s. A warrant of execution prepared. The negotiations in London respecting impressment. Information relating to the court- martial in cases of Arbuthnot aud Ambrister. In- structions relative to navigation act. 4°. 2 pages. 1818, August aj. Acknowledges letter of 20th. Mr. Barlow's salary. Recommends an allowance to Messrs. Ro!ney and Graham, on account of their late mission. The apprehension of Captain Wright. Warrant for execution of mail-robbers should be made by the President. Proceedings in Mr. Aguirre's case. 4°. 3 pages. 1818, August 24. Relating to recognition of South American states. England's course with France and Holland during our war of independence. The cause of the South Americans just. Proposals by Lord Castlereagh to Mr. Rush relative to the slave trade. 4°. 3 pages. 1819, August A. Change in the Spanish ministry. The treaty with Spain will be acted upon. 4°. 2 pages. to Chables S. Todd. 1820, February 22. Tenders the office of coniideutial agent to Venezuela and New Grenada, to promote relations of friendship with those countries. The compensation for the agency. [Copy.] fol. 2 pages. to Monroe. 1820, June 6. Business of the Department of State. Case of Edward Rosewaine, convicted and sen- tenced for piratical murder. 4°. 3 pages. 1820. June 15. Acknowledging letter of 9th. Re- prieves and pardons of pirates nnder sentence of death at Richmond and elsewhere. 4°. 5 pages. 1820, June 17. Business at the Department of State. Enclosing papers. Applications for appointments. 4°. 4 pages. 10 Adams. J. Q., 1820, June 20. Euclosing papers for the President's signature. 4°. 3 pages. 1820, June .>0. Business of tlie Department of State. Enclosing papers. 4°. 1 page. to W. MiDDLETOX. 1820, July 5. Gener.il instructions as United States minister to Russia. The emancipation of slaves question. [Copy. ] fol. 16 pages. to Richard Rush. 1820, July 7. Acknowledges despatches of 2d May. Instructions given to Mr. Middleton, United States minister to Russia. The question of emancipat- ing an enemy's slaves as not among the acts of of legitimate war. [Duplicate.] fol. 2 pages. to Monroe. 1820, July 11. Business of the Department of State. Enclosing papers. Proposition lor pardon of a man seutenced to death. Cases of piracy accumu- lating. Instructions to Commodore Perry to re- monstrate against privateering regulations of Buenos Ayres. 4°. 5 pages. 1820, July 18. Enclosing papers relating to business of the Department of State. Enlistments of foreign deserters. Assassination of the Due de Berry. 4°. 4 pages. 1820, July 29. Enclosing papers from the Department of State. Weedon, the surgeon, pleading his cause In the newspapers. Cruising in search of pirates. 4°. 2 pages. 1820, August 2. Transmits Department of State papers. Negligence of the collector at Baltimore. Facili- ties given to pirates and slave traders at that port. 4°. 3 pages. 1820. August 5. Encloses papers from Department of State. Instructions requested respecting payment of bounties and the maintenance of 258 Africans delivered to the marshal of Georgia by Captain Jackson, of the revenue cutter "Dallas". Law limiting admission of armed vessels. Mr. Canning will be interdicted. 4°. 3 pages. 1820, August 11. Transmitting papers from State De- partment. Has sent instruction to Mr. Habersham concerning the Africans taken by the revenue cut- ter "Dallas". 4°. 1 page. 11 ADAMS. J. Q., 1820, Jngiist 15. Acknowledging letter of Uth. To exempt limiting tbe entry of armed vessels into ports in the case of a French vessel and the Brit- ish frigate liringing Mr. Canning. Mr. Zea, minis- ter from Colombia. Mr. Torre's powers to nego- tiate a treaty with the Republic of Colombia. A petition for pardon of a soldier condemned to cap- ital punishment. fol. 2 pages. 1820, August 21. Acknowledging two letters of 14th. Pardon to Ralph Clintock. His views as to com- plicity of James S. Bullock and the collector. Believes the exposure of facts would do more to put down piracy than the execution of a whole navy of common sailors. Petition for pardon of Cornell, of Rhode Island. The Abb6 Correa. His American system. fol. 4 pages. 1820, August 25. Papers transmitted. Mr. Forsyth's letter from Madrid. Hankering of South Ameri- can.s for European princes to rule over them. fol. ;? pages. 1820, August 26. Predicts a controversy about an island in 61"^ 40' S. Nootka Sound and Falkland Islands questions expected. On sending a frigate to take possession. English bnsy in trying Queen Caroline. A fascinating dispute. fol. 2 pages. 1820, August 27. Enclosing letters and documents asking instructions relative to the four mutineer seamen. Suggests a public vessel touching at St. Thomas take them to United States, fol. 1 page. 1820, August 29. Enclosing papers from tbe Depart- ment of State. A communication from the minis- ter of Portugal. United States officers having served on board privateers under flag of Artijos. Another from Judge Hall, New Orleans, with in- formation of three persons convicted of piracy. Recommends them to mercy. 4°. 2 pages. 1820, August 30. Interview with Correa, the Portu- guese minister. Complaints of Portuguese sub- jects. Owners of vessels and cargoes taken by privateers. Officered and manned by United States citizens. 4°. 4 pages. 1820, September 1. Death of Mr. Parker, district at- torney for South Carnlina. Suggesting a succes- sor. Translation of letter from Mr. Torres. Mr. Correa's departure. Armado as charg^ d'affaires of Portugal. 4°. 1 page. 12 Adams. J. Q., 1820, September i. Enclosing papers from the Depart- ment of State. fol. 2 pages. 1820, September 7. Ackuowledging letters of 25th ul- timo and 1st instant. Enclosures from Depart- ment of State. A revocation of Almeidas' com- mission for continued and repeated insults upon our laws will be claimed of Colombia. Asks in- structions. Appoirttments for office solicited by various persons. 4°. 3 pages. 1820, September H. Extra tonnage dues on American vessels in France. Mr. Gallatin aud the special privileges in Louisiana. Enclosures from the De- partment of State, fol. 3 pages. 1820, September 11. Letters aud documents trans- mitted from the Department of State. 4"^. 2 pages 1820, September 13. Translation of a note from the Spanish minister complaining of capture by ihe "Cyane" of a Spanish slaver called the "Esp« za". Translation of petition of the United States district attorney at New York lor the condemna- tion of the vessel. Rec ommendatiou of Jeremiah Nelson as coUe'itor of Newburyport. 4°. 1 page, 1820, September 15. Acknowledging letter of 13th, Letters ami despatches from the Department o) State inclosed. 4^. 3 pages, 1820, September 26. Encloses papers from the Depart- ment of State. Mr. Bennett wishes to be consul at Pernambuco. French discriminating duties, 4'^. 2 pages. 1820, September 27. Acknowledging letter of 25th, Encloses draft of a letter to the Chevalier Correa, 4°. 1 page, 1820, September 27. Charges against the marshal ol Indiana. Encloses an answer from the marshal 4^. 1 page, 1820, September 29. Statement of persons under sen tence of dwith. Recommends to mercy Charles Wever »\u two or three others. Encloses dis- patches and letters. Revolutonary spirit in Africa. 4^. 2 pages. 1820, October 7. Despatches and letters from Depart- ment of State. Letters from Judge Johnson and Mr. Calhoun recommending the appointment of Mr. Haines for district attorney for South Caro lina. Conference with Mr. Canning, the British minister, concerning suppression of the slave trade. 4°. 3 pages. 13 Adams. J. Q., 1820, October 7. Euclosing a letter from Col. J. G. Forbes, disclosing nses made of the East Florida frontier. Calls attention of the Government. 4°. 1 page. 1820, October 11. Encloses doenmeuts. Business of the Department of State. 4^^. 2 pages. 1821, March 2. Mr. Clay's claim requires an appro- priation by Congress for its payment. 4°. 1 page. to Maj. Gen. A. Jackson. 1821, March 12. Extracts from the instructions to General Jackson and the commissions transmitted. Occupation of East and West Florida. [Extracts. ] fol. 1 page, with slip attached. to Elioics Fromentin. 1821, May 18. Commission as United States judge for West Florida and part of East Florida. To reside atPeusacola. [Copy.] 4°. 1 page. 1821, June 27. Announcing his appointment and trans- mitting his commission as judge of United States for West Florida and part of East Florida. In- structions to proceed to Pensacola and enter upon his duties. [Copy.] 4°. 1 page. to Monroe. 1821, July 9. His testimony given in an action for slander bnin{,'Iit h\ Lcvi-tt Harris a-ainst W. D. Lewis. 4'^. 2 pa-L-s. 1821, J«!^ 14. Acknowledging letters of 12th and 13th. Preparing an answer to the oflfeusiveness of the proposals of the French minister. Encloses a let- ter firom Judge Crauch respecting two men under sentence of death at Alexandria. 4°. 2 pages. to Col. Charles Todd. 1821, July 19. The President approves of his conduct during his agency. Wishes him to resume his duties when his nealth shall permit. No addi- tional instructions are necessary relating to his course in South America. [Copy.] fol. 1 page. to Monroe. ISil, July 23. Acknowledging letter of 20th. Cases of two men under sentence of death at Alexandria. Davisand Hull. Encloses papers from the Depart- ment of State. 4°. 3 pages. 14 ADAM8. J. Q., 1821, July 25. Correspondence between himself and the Barou de Neuville respecting the Amelia island. Maintains that our cause will be weak- ened by tamely submitting to the arrogance of the French minister, yet will acquiesce in the Pres- ident's calmer, and perhaps firmer, consideration of the subject. 4°. 5 pages. 1821, July 26. Acknowledging letters of 24th and 25th. Correspondence with the French minister about the Amelia island. Satisfied with the President's modifications of the paper he had prepard. En closures. 4°. 1 page. 1821, July 31 . Interview with Baron de Neuville, in which the matter of the Amelia island is discussed. Instructions asked of the President. Navigation subject with France. 4°. 8 pages. 1821, August 3. Enclosing a letter from Mr. Canning, the British minister, with the draft of an answer which he submits, with the requist to strike out what he may consider unnecessarily harsh. Asks leave of absence for two months. 4*^. 2 pages. to Daniel Brent. Boston. 1821, September 19. Conversation with Lieutenant Stockton about the capture of which the French minister complains. No French seamen on board the Alligator. [Copy.] 4°. 2 pages. 1821, September 22. Expediency of delivering over the " Jeune Engine" to the French consul. [Copy.] 4°. 1 page. to Monroe. Washington. 1823, May 4. Encloses a private letter from Mr. E wing. Matters relating to instructlona received. Docu- ments from Onis and de Neuville. Navigation of the Mississippi. 4°. 1 page. 1823, May 10. Instructions to be given to Mr. Rodney, commissioner, to be sent to Buenos Ayres. These instructions will be historical. All the views and considerations of the President should be displayed in them. 4°. 2 pages. 1825, February 3. Advises him to make nominations; that he should determine upon them without com- municating to any one the objects of his choice, but that they should not be nominated until after the election. His reasons. 4°. 1 page. 16 ADAMS. J. (j., 1827, December 20. Acknowledges a letter. Compli- ments Monroe as to bis course when President, and gratified for his obliging testimony of his (Adams's) fidelity, and his services as performed to Mr. Monroe's satisfaction. 4°. 1 pagt to S. L. GOUVERSECR. 1829, January 17. Acknowledging letter of 4th. in appointing him to office he has been enabled to gratify his own feelings, as well as the exigencies of the public service. 4''. 1 page. to Monroe. 1831, January 10. Acknowledging letter of 10th. Gouverneur's oration. The French Revolution. The old and rickety governments of Europo. The Bonrbons. Louis XVI and Charles X. The Eu- ropean alliance at au end. Revolution in Eng- land. Canning and Wellington against reform. Earl Grey's ministry. When are the poor laws, corn laws, and national debt to go f Feudalism falling. Seminole war correspondence. 4°. 4 pages. 1831, January 29. Acknowledging letter of 2oth, Monroe's feeble health. Revolution in England. Reform in Parliament a result of Catholic eman- cipation. Separation of Ireland from E gland. How will a reformed House of Commons harmon- ize with the Lords t A debt that coins human blood into bank bills. What efiect will the changes in Europe have on the United States! The abolition of slavery in England may be felt in the Union. Correspondence on the Seminole war consultations. 4°. 4 pages. 1831, February 18. Acknowledging letter of 14th. The nations of Europe wish to avoid war. Great Britain in a perilous state. The Calhoun and Jackson correspondence about the Seminole war. As to correcting or approving Jackson's course. Crawford's motives and conduct. 4°. 4 pages. to S. L. GouVERNEUR. Quincy. 1831, August 30. Acknowledging letter of 26th. Re- turns enclosures. Rhea's letter unaccountable. Will forward copy ofeulogy on Monroe. 4°. Ipage. Adams. Thomas B., The Hague. 1795, December 17. Remittance of specie long expected from Paris. Urges haste, as it is important for the credit and interest of the United States that there should be a punctual payment. Suggestions as to means of payments. 4°. 2 pages. 10 Adajhs. Thomas B., 17.95, December 29. Acknowledging letter of lltn. Payment of the bill on Dallarde, Swan & Co. 4°. 1 page. 1796, April 28. Apologizing for opening a package for Mr. Monroe by accident. 4°. 1 page. Addington. H. \V., Washington. 1825, Septetnber 7. Expressing sentiments of esteem and respect for the President in his retirement. 4°. 2 pages. Adet. Pierre Augusts, (French minister) to Mr. Randolph. Philadelphia. 1795, June 30. Acknowledges receipt of the treaty of commerce and navigation between United States and Great Britain. Contrary to the interests of France. Paralyzes the commerce of United States with the French colonies. [Fraction of a letter.] 4". 1 page. AlXEN. John, London. 1807, February 1. Enclosing statements of the trade between the United States and Great Britain. Lord Holland desires similar statements published by United States. Lord Holland's health is nearly recovered, and he will take part in the discussion, when it is hoped the cause of humanity will ob- tain the same triumnh that has attended it in America. " 4°- :i pages. Anderson. Joseph, to Wilua-m H. Crawford. iTaghingtou. 1820, July 29. Accounts of the marshal of Indiana. (Transmitted to the President and indorsed by him, to notify the marshal that he may reply to charges.) '«'^- :* pages. to Monroe. 1821, August 28. Requesting the President to procure for Commodore Porter's son, William D. Porler, the berth of midshipman on board the Franklin for a three years' voyage. 4°. 5 pages. 1824, August 3. Is preparing a report. Will call on the President after office hours. 4=. 1 page. 1824, August 17. Relating to a certificate of a physi- cian respecting the health of Mr. Crawford. ^ ° 4°. 5 page*. Andersox. Samuel T., WashiHgtnn. 1821, May 10. Applying for the Navy agency at Pen- sacola. fol. 2 pages. Anduagas. J. DE, London. 1804, Octobers. Sendshimlettersfor Paris and Madrid, and two books for Mr. Curtoys. Will be glad, and expects, that the persons to whom he has been recommended will receive him as his merit claims, and that the climate of Spain will be beneficial to Mrs. Monroe. 8°. 2 pages. ANONYMons. 1819, December 6. Notice of a duel at Red Bank, be- tween John Harris, late consul at St. Petersburg, and William Lewis, a merchant there. Cause, a blow at the Exchange in St. Pet ersburg and a news- paper article. 4°. 1 page. Anonymous (a Virginian) to S. L. Gouverneub. Alerandria, D. C. 1836, June 11. Cautions him about parting with any of Monroe's papers. A cabal against the reputa- tion of Monroe. The situation of the writer is highly critical, and this letter must be confiden- tial. 4°. 2 pages. Armstrong. John, Paris. 1804, November 25. Attends the coronation of the Emperor. 4*^. 1 page. 1804, December 24. Indications of a general war in the spring. Emperor of France is to be King of Italy. Military demonstrations by Austria and Russia on the side of Turkey. 4°. 1 page. 1806, January 7. Negotiations with Spain, and his views and opinions thereon. No time should be lost, or we may lose a good occasion. The Em- peror's arrival expected. fol. 3 pages. 1806, February 27. Our business in Spain. The entire correspondence of Yrujo, Pinckney, and Cevallos laid before the Emperor. Its object, to invite the interposition of his good offices to effect a settle- ment of our diflferences. Hopes Monroe may effect his important business in London. 4'^. 2 pages. 1806, May 30. Editorial article of an enclosed news- paper on the subject of Monroe's business. 4°. 1 page. 18 Armstrong. John, 1806, Julyd. Acknowledging letter of aistult. rrau-.e' a caution on subject of Monroe's former letter. Not intelligible to those who believe France intends to insist on neutral ri};ht9. France adverse to nego- tiations between ttie United States and Spain; because of the criticisms of her conduct in the United States ; the falsehood that Congress had voted $2,000,000 to buy her aid ; and the represen- tations of Yrujo and Turreau about Miranda's ex- pedition. That opposition had been overcome with difiBculty. Spain's raovemeuts dilatory. 4°. 2 pages. 1807, April 4. Did not bring the declaration of the British Commissioners before the imperial minis- try, fearing interruption to new arrangements. Ship IJiberuia. First judicial decision under arti- cle of 20th November. 4'". 1 page. 1807, July 7. Acknowledging letter, no date. Accounts of recent French captures not well founded. Those at Port Ferrajo not recent were redressed by conn cil of prizes. No dispi sition of French Govern- erument to sanction such enterprises. Brief expo- sition of the November decree, and his observa- tions thereon. 4°. 3 pages. Headquarters, Warhurton House. 1813, Jalij 20. Proposed attempt on Blackstone Island. The capturing of 250 of the enemy will not justify the hazarding the loss of 350 regulars. The utmost success would not alter the disposition of the enemy nor stay their progress, and a want of suc- cess would disable us. 4^. 1 page. [_Placenot stated.'] 1814, July 15. Colonel Taylor ordered to put under Monroe's direction a troop of dragoons. [This let- ter was misdated .813.] 8°. 1 page. 1814, August 18. General Winder is about calling out the militia. Two or three troops now at Bladens- burg. 4°. 1 page. AsTou. John Jacob, A^ctp York. 1814, April 30. Proposed loan to the Government by himself, Girard, Parrish, and other capitalists, as a speculation. 4°. 4 pages. 1814, May 24. Acknowledging letter of 17th. His Michilimackiuac property. Suggests a letter to General Harrison. Requests an order from Mr. A8TOR. John Jacob, Campbell for a clearance from Detroit. Mr. Mc- Gillivary expects au armistice. Astor willing to lend money to the Government. Mr. Girard and Mr. Parriali caut ions. The sooner the loan is effect- ed the better. ' 4^. 4 pages. ial4, June 1. Ackno\i ledgiug letters of 20th and 24th. Correspondence with Parrish and Girard. The war loan. Proposed meeting of large capitalists. Jacob Barker's position. Strict secrecy for fear of obstacles in Europe "Private." 4°. 3 pages. 1814, September 2. Depression of citizens on disgrace- ful events of our capital. Satisfaction of the peo- ple at resignation of Gen^ ral Armstrong. On placing Federalists in power. Rufus King in the State Department. Presidential candidates. Mr. King not tit for the Treasury. Organizing a national bank. "Private." 4*^. 2 pages. Auckland. Lord, London 1806, no date. Asking to alter words in the treaty [Memorandum.] 4°. 1 page 1806, \ovember 4. Unofficial report by the Kii g's ad vocate on the rights of impressment enclosed Proposal to meet witli Mr. [William] Plnkney tO' morrow at 1.30 p. m. 4°. 1 pa; 1807, January 7. Asks him to return the declaration delivered by Lord Holland and himself to correct an expression. Has given orders to prevent delay in departure of American packet. 4*^. 1 page. IS07, January "!. Returns amended paper relating to tlie blockade. "Private." 4°. 1 pagi 1807, February 4. Will, jointly with Lord Holland, r« new conferences in a day or two. 4°. 1 pagf 1807, February 22. Proposal to meet Mr. Pinkney and Lord Holland to make some satisfactory arrange- mentsrelative to inland intercourse. 4'='. 1 page 1807, February 24. Mistake as to hour of meeting to day. Proposes to meet with Mr. Pinkney and Lord Holland on Friday next. 4-. 1 pa 1807, March 2. Proposed meetinj' of Lord Holland and Mr. Pinkney to confer with the Canada chants on subject of boundaries, fur trade, 4*^. 1 page. Al'cki.ajjd. Lord, 1807, March 2;!. Amendments to the several articles of treaty and desires to see the minutes explanatory of the Spanish and French limits of Louisiana. Proposes to meet him and Pinkney next day. 4*^. 1 page 1807, March 24. Encloses copy of their joint work Is satisfied that the eventual signature and ratifi cation will be creditable to negotiators and bene ficial to the respective countries. Wishes the re turn of the copy. 4°. 1 page 1807, March 27. Regrets that he is not able to wait upon Mr. Pinkney and Mr. Monroe. Cannot fore- see the result of their late labors, but thinks they will be able to proceed to sign the treaty after the holidays. Any suggestions occurring to Monroe or Pinkney will be glad to receive by post. S°. 2 pages. Eden Farm. 1807, September 22. Regrets that Monroe is going to America without having a visit from him and Mrs. M. Expresses cordial and affectionate good wishes. 4°. 1 page. 1807, November 6. Acknowledges receipt of a letter, no date. Expresses kindly feelings, and wishes him and Mrs. Monroe health and happiness. 4-^. 1 page. Austin. James T., See Abams. .John Quinct, 1817, September 29. BailY. Mountjoy, irashinglon. 1818, Julij 28. Fears the motives of Jackson's trans- cending the powers giving him in takiug posses- sion of Pensacola are not the purest. Calculated to embarrass the administration. 4°. 2 pages. 1S20, April 10. A member of the legislature exercises influence over the "National Intelligencer." Colonel Johnson's resolutions at the caucus agreed lo. 4°. 1 page. Banks. Henry, Frankfort, Ky. 1828, May 6. Acknowledging letter of 8th of April. Banks' memorial to Congress. Incidents and reminiscences. Clay's hostility to Monroe and Jackson. Banks' revolutionary claim. Monroe's memoir and claim and great services to his coun try. Acquisition of Louisiana. fol. 8 pages 21 Barbour. James, Richmond, Va. l8Vi, July 13. Ackno wledKiug letter, no date. Raising volunteers for the invasion of Canada. Very popular if oflScers are to be appointed by the corps. Counsels Monroe to retain his present po- sition rather than to head the Army. 4"=. 4 pages. 1812, September 1. Catastrophe at Detroit and cap ture of General Hull and his army. This disgrace has aroused the people. Volunteers could be easily raised in Virginia. Plans for efiecting en- listment. "Private." 4°. 4 pages. 1812, September 11. Doubts the propriety of Monroe's resignation of civil office to take charge of the Army, on account of the difficulty of supplying his place. The disaster of the West stimulates the ardor of the people. A good opportunity for a patriotic appeal. 4°. 2 pages. jrashiiiglon. 1826, October 6. Wishes that Mr. Monroe would be the commissioner to the South American congress. Mr. Clay approves of his appointment. That he had been President would be no bar to acceptance of the office. 4°. 3 pages. London. 1829, March 12. Acknowledges his letter, no date. In- troduction to Lord and Lady Holland. The land in England highly cultivated. Mansions of the a.istocracy. Enormous factories. Behind the scenes. Bread scarce. Wages lower. Catholic question. Wellington's power. Russia professes moderation. 4'^. 4 pages. Baring. Alexander, afterward, Lord Ashbur- xoN. London. 1806, January 13. Concerned about Mrs. Monroe's health. Recommends the Bath waters. Fuueral of Lord Nelson. The fate of the Continent ap- pears decided. All hopes given up of Prussia's acting. Enviable picture of the state of the New World. 4° 4 pages. to Albert Gallatin. 1813, July 22. Acknowledges letter, no date. Author- izes him to make drafts on his house. Place for negotiations for peace. The mediation of Russia of no practical efl'ect. D irect negotiations better. Discusses the question of mutual concessions. (.2 copies.] 4<=. 7 pages. 22 Baring. Alexander, to Monroe. 1820, December 27. Introduciug his son Francis, who is to visit America. Would himself like to visit America again. Uneasiness in Europe. Unfitness of the people for their present institations. 4°. 3 pages. Baring. Francis, 1803, October 17. Relaxation of prohibition of France against ships from north of Europe entering France if they have touched Great Britain in course of voyage. How will it affect American ships touching at those ports! 4'^. 3 pages. Baring Brothers, to Barb6 Marbois. 1803, November 14. Two millions advance, payment for the purchase of Lonisiana. [Copy in French. ] 4". 2 pages. to MONKOK. 1806, March 14. Acknowledging letter of 4th instant. Would have pleasure in serving General La Fayette, and in obliging the United States Gov- ernment and people. Had lent him $30,000. Will lend him $20,000 more on security of his wild lands, and advance the cash at once to him at Paris. 4°. 3 pages. Barnet. J. Cox, Paris. 1805, November 24. Sends by Mr. Purviance a packet for Mr. Skipwith. No progress has been made in Mr. S.'s im])ortant claims. Barnet's claim re- ceives no attention. Mrs. S. will make an effort to obtain redress. Hopes that Skipwith for his services will return as consul-general. 4°. 3 1806, May 13. Acknowledging letter, no date. Private matters. Quoting a letter from Mr. Morton in which "that in the joint mission B. (Bowdoin) should become fir.st and A. (Armstrong) last;" compliments Monroe on the performance of his arduous duties. Thanks him for his letters and good opinion of him. Bowdoin and family have been most friendly. 4°. 2 pages. 1822, April 29. Enclosing a paper of General Vincent ; also a specimen of map engraving. Is satisfied with his salary as agent. His son Charles, his assistant. ' fol. 2 pages. Bak.ney. Joshua, Baltimore. 1811, April 14. With satisfaction he sees M. has cou- eeuted to accept the appointiiient of Secretary of State. Hopes to see him President. Has been maligned by his enemies (the Smiths) and pre- vented from obtaining any position under the Government which his past services entitle him. Wishes a consulate for his son, also, a place in the Navy lor himself. fol. 4 pages. Barry. W. T., Lexington, Ky. 1822, December 21. The President's message. Manu- factures. The Cumberland road. The i>eople enthusiastically in favor of internal improve- ments. Independence of Greece. Pirates. Com- mon schools. Is friendly to the administration. 4°. 5 pages. Bassett. Burrill, JVaMnglon. 1812, December 22. Showing the unsuitableness of Sacket t's Harbor as a winter refuge for our Navy during the icy season. Suggestions as to the movements of our Army. 4°. 3 pages. Bates. B., to S. L. Gouverneur. Neiv York. 1839, February 13. Relative to a correspondence be- tween Jeti'ersou and Monroe, relative to the gun- boat system. Recommends Gouverneur to write a life of Monroe and correspondence. 4°. 3 pages. Bayard. J. A., Wilmington, Del. 1813, May b. Has read his instructions for the mission. Nothing in them of doubtful construction. If Great Britain will not yield she may temporize. Probably less disposed to concede. 4°. 2 pages. See Adams. John Quincy, 1813, July 18, 22, and 30, and August 3. and Albert Gallatin. London. 1814, May 6. Treaty of peace said to have been agreed upon between European powers. R«'Slora- tion of the Bourbons. Napoleon at Elba. Whole British force available against the United States. The war popular in England. A dissolution of our Union expecteil. The impressment question. fol. 4 pages Bayard. Samuel, London. 1795, October 18. Acknowledging letter of 18th Sep- tember. Mr. Jay's treaty. Disapproves of it. Three hundred and fifty claims for indemnity un- der his charge. Vessels laden with provisions brought into English ports. Yellow fever in Amer- ica. 4'=. 7 pages. 24 Beasley. R, G., London. 1814, Maif 9. Entry of the allies iuto Paris. The English people in favor of war. Large force on the way to America. Opinious of moderate men. 4°. 3 pages. 1314, May 13. Holland the best place to consider a treaty with England. The British commissioners. Memorials on United States trade. Canada mer- chants and the boundary. Ministers more reason- able than the people and Iheir Prince. The Prince angry and the people disposed " to chastise us." 4°. 4 pages. Bentalou. Paul, Baltimore. 1825, November 20. The defence of Washington and Baltimore in 1814. [With enclosure.] 4°. 3 pages. 1814, September 12. Movements of drafted militia. Unnecessary to start the body formed in New York, as the force in Baltimore is sutficient. Baltimore saved. General Koss killed. Wounding of two State senators and other citizens. 4"='. 3 pages. 1814, September 24. Acknowledging letter of Slst. Censuies those who conducted the defense of Bal- timore, and states his reasons. Grumbling at the War Department. The war expensive. Army re- turns. Officers scarce. Men excellent. General Smith's perplexity. Hopes of Scott's appoint- ment. 4°. 4 pages. Bentham. Jeremy, Pari*. 1823, Jiili/ 12. Extract from a letter addressed to Mr. Bentham by a correspondent in Paris. Supposed intrigue to cede the island "Des Vaches", a de- pendency of Santo Domingo, to Russia. [Extract.] 4"^. 2 pages. IB23, July Vi. [Duplicate of foregoing.] i°. 2 pages. Bernard. Simon, (General.) Paris. 1823, March 8. The wish of England to obtain the island of Cuba. Her excellent harbors, timber, etc. Havana strongly fortified. Its possession would give England the commerce and carrying trade of Mexico. Control of the Gulf. Compari- son with wars of Carthage and Rome. 4°. 6 pages. 25 Bibb. William W., IVaahinylon. 1814, March 2. Euclosing resolutions to the Senate, re- lating to appointment of officers made ilurini; the recess of the Senate. 4°. 1 page. B I DOLE. James, to Nicholas Biddle. Vulparaiso. 1818, April 11. Espetlition under General Osorio from Peru against Chili. Their success and ultimate defeat. English and Americans sympathize with the patriots. Badset of Americans. General San Martin a brave, excellent officer. Advantage of United States acknowledging the independence of Chill. 4°. G pages. to MOKROE. On ship "Macedonian". 1822, Atigust 3. Condition of parties in Cuba. The Creoles and European Spaniards. Death of the captain-general. His successor. Mortality on board his ship. Wishes to be transferred to the "Congress." fol. 4 pages. Biddle. Nicholas, London. 1807, July 6, The violence of party discouraging to him. Has no disposition to be a xiartisan. The interests of the nation advanced by independence founded on principle. Wishes Monroe's advice for his course of action in his proposed political career. 4°. 2 pages. Philadelphia. 1807, October 31. His arrival in America. Affair of the Leopard and Chesapeake. The minds of the people calmer since Mr. Canning's note stating necessary reparations will be made in satisfaction for the insult. The right of search questioned. Publications reflecting on the administration. Conjectures as to the procuring and publishing copy of the treaty. Trial of Burr in Ohio for mis- demeanor. 4°. 4 pages. 1808, January 2. Pleased at his cordial reception in Virginia. Has returned to his profession. Burr in Philadelphia, broken in fortune and character. Dr. Edward's letter to Monroe. 4°. 3 pages. 1808, November 18. Impressions created by the publi- cation of Jefferson's correspondence w'ith Monroe. What will be the effect of the election on the policy of England regarding United States. The im- prisonment of Mr. Skipwith. An honest, perse- cuted man. 4°. 3 pagea BiDDi.E. Nicholas, 1811, June 6. Gratified at Monroe's returu to public life. His experience in foreign affairs gives con- fidence to the people, who are growing tired of distinctions of part.v. Made a member of the legislature of Pennsylvania. Local politics. De- sires information to rectify error in Lewis iind Clark's travels, about certain boundaries. Char- acter of an applicant for a consulate. \°. 6 pages. 1812, Decemher 18. The business with Dr. Bache. Compliments Monroe on the correspondence with the charg6 d'affaires and Admiral Warren. Im- pressment. British mode of naturalizing foreign- ers. The people cannot cordially give their hearts toward the war if the Army is not rendered more respectable and the Navy more etiicieut. 4°. 3 pages. 1813, March 17. Private business matters. Report relative to foreign seameu. Exclusion of British seamen. Hopes the war will continue if satis- factory adjustments arc not made. 4°. 3 pages. 1817, December 11. The message satisfactory. South American affairs. Our sympathies with the revo lutionists. We should be neutral and no more, The mission to South America the great question of the administration. The message misunder- stood by the South Americans relative to Amelia Island. Slavery prohibited by the re\ Encroachments of Russia on the Pacific coast, 4°. 5 paj 1818, no date. Memorandum supposed to have refer- ence to 23d section act of Congress, for the govern- ment of the Navy. Volume 3, page 3.54. 4°. 1 page. 1818, February 7. The respectable people with the Executive. Destination of the French officers known to the Spanish representative. 4°. 2 pages. 1818, February 25. Designs of the Brothers L'Allemand. Scheme against Spanish possessions in South Amer- ica. Information thereon. 4°. 2 pages. ISIS, March 5. Acknowledging letter of 28tb. Schemes of the L'Allemands and Mr. de Ouis. Quarrel between Spain and her colonies. 4°. 1 page. 1818, March 15. Commercial advantages with South America illusory. Negotiations with and appli- cations to the Neapolitan Government by the American minister there for redress very im- pohtic in tone. fol. 3 pages. 27 BiDDLE. Nicholas, 1818, MarcA 22. Changeof ministry in Spain. Pizarro dismissed. Treaty of Spain with Russia. Mr. Heredia successor. 4°. 1 page. 1818, September 28. Encloses a letter from Captain Biddle, at Valparaiso, respecting the condition of Chili. 4"^. 1 page. 1819, January 18. Enclosing a pamphlet relating to the establishment on the Trinity River. 4°. 1 page. 1819, January 24. Gives reasons for declining to in- troduce General L'Allemand to tlio President. His worii 01 artillery. The United States Bank; its errors and remedies. It should not be sniren- dered to the mercy of four or five hundred irre- sponsible banks. Attempt to make the aduiinis- tratiou odious through the bank. Cause of the bank's misfortune. General Jackson's conduct. 4'^. 3 pages. 1819, January 31. Acknowledgments for having been made a director of the United States Bank. That institution necessary to the country. Has been perverted to selfish purposes, but its character must be re-established. 4°. 1 page. 1819, February 7. A bill about taxing the bank. The case requires prompt remedy. Asks the Govern- ment's views on the subject. Anticipates the peaceful acquisition of the Floridas. 4°. 2 pages. 1819, March 1. Congratulations on the acquisition of Florida and the treaty with Spain. Of greater advantages tban victories acquired by arms. The United States Bank. Digest of the papers from the Department of State. 4°. 3 pages. 1819, July 5. Affairs of the United States Bank. De- linquencies iu the branch bank at Baltiii'ore. Means of preventing frauds. Views on the sub- ject. " Private." 4°. 5 pages. 1819, July 21. Cumberland road. Proceedings of the Pennsylvania legislature. Encloses papers. 4°. 1 page. 1819, December 9. A paper sent to the Treasury De- partment showing the situation of the United States Bank. Forwards a sword to the Depart- ment of State. 4*^. 1 page. BiDDLE. Nicholas, to William H. Crawford. IS21, January 20. Protest against several resolutions of the board of the United States Bank. 4°. 4 pages. to Monroe. IS21, January W. Enclosing his protest against severa resolutions of the board of the United States Bank 4°. 1 page. 1821, January '29. Opposed to the resolution of the United States Bank board to raise the nominal value of its stock by discounting on a pledge of its stock at par, as likelj' to give rise to hazardous speculation. 4°. 1 page 1821, February 27. Senator Roberts' motion on the admission of Missouri. 4°. 2 pages. 1821, June 14. Wishes his brother. Captain Biddle, to be actively employed in the service. Pennsylva nia pleased with the Missouri compromise. 4°. 2 pages. JVilmington 1824, May 28. Government loan by the United States Bank. 4°. 3 pages. Bingham. William, Tunbridge fTelh. 1803, July 26. Politically speaking, it is an interesting moment in England. Monroe's presence may ren der essential services oflScially. Favorable dis- position on the part of the British Government towards the United States. 4<=. 2 pages. Black. Francis C, to John Warner. Havana. 18s!2, July 11. Extract from a letter communicating the Dews that the Captain-General has again ordered his functious to cease. 4"^. 2 page-". Blagden. Charles, Londou. 1807, November 26. Sorry to hear of Monroe's deten tion at Portsmouth. Plans adopted by orders ot council. Napoleon exasperated at seizure of Dan ish navy. Will acknowledge no neutral rights Vows the destruction of Englaud. Earl Grey's death. Succeeded by Lord Howick. Discoveries by Sir H.Davy. [Signed " C. B."] fol. 2 pages. BiAND. Theodorick, Haltimo'f 181", ^,'ol■ember 15. Thinks a more extended stay in South America is requisite. The public interests will be promoted by correct information and au- thority to go to Chili. Enlargement of the com- pensation necessary. Will neeil a secretary. Mr. Irvine or Mr. Brackenridge. Will be ready to proceed on a day's notice. 4"^. 4 pages. Buenoa Ayret. 1818, April 14. Political condition of Buenos Ayres. Present obstacles to recognition of independence. People fully resolved on maintaining it. The pro- visional government. Staple commodities of the country. [Latter part missing.] 4°. 4 pages. 1818, no date. Notice of a draft on the Treasury for $2,500, to defray expenses. Intends to return in August or September. 4'^. 1 page. JVashingtun. 1818, November 4. The government at Buenos Ayres defines its limits and jurisdiction. Other prov- inces follow the example. Paraguay hostile to Buenos Ayres. Chili and Buenos Ayres united. 4°. 3 pages. Blount. Willie, {Governor of Tennessee), to Mad- ison. Washington. 1813, September 20. Creek war. It should be crushed before co-operation of Creeks with British or Spanish. SuggesMons about militia. [Extract of a letter copied by President Madison.] 8°. 1 page. BoMFORD. George, to J. C. Calhoun. Washington. 1821, January a. Report made to the War Department by the colonel of ordnance, detailing the loans of munitions which had been made prior to the 18th July, 1818. [Copy.] fol. 6 pages. to Monroe. •1827, February 5. Acknowledging letter of 12 Jan- uary. Transmits copies and extracts of documents on file in Ordnance Department showing prompti- tude in ordering arms in 1814. Arms delayed on the passage to New Orleans, when Department had no control. 4°. 2 pages. 1827, November 1. Acknowledging letter of 28th Sep- tember. Unable to procure copies of certain let- ters, as they are at Pittsburgh Arsenal, and in Colonel Woolley's charge, who cannot at present ''o for them. 4°. 3 pages. 30 Bonaparte. Eliza, Baltimore. 1808, October 15. Asking Monroe's advice upon the (lemanil of the King of Westphalia for her son, authorized by the Emperor, for the declared pur- pose of educating him as a prince. 4°. 2 pages. BowDOix. James, Santander, Spain. 1805, June 12. Announces his arrival as minister, but is detained on board ship until it shall obtain pratique. Has written to commander-in-chief that the regulations be dispensed with to allow him to proceed to Madrid. Fears he will be re- fused passport and wishes Monroe to procure one at Madrid, that he, his family, and effects be passed without examination. 4°. 4 pages. Parii. 1806, January 20. Acknowledging letter 29th Novem- ber. Glad to hear Monroe's negotiations are closed, but fears from narrow selfish disposition of the British cabinet that our interests will not be obtained. Our carrying trade. Our affairs with Spain in statu quo. 4°. 6 pages, 1806, February 5. British depredations on our com- merce. Hopes Monroe will not return to United States without explanations and conciliatory propositions. England's policy is a friendly con- nection with the United States and cannot refuse indemnities. Reports in the United States that our differences with Spain have been adjusted. Death of Mr. Erving (senior). 4°. 6 pages. 1807, February 27. Acknowledging letter of 20th. The treaty concluded in England. He is glad to find a treaty of any sort has been obtained, as it has probably saved the United States from open raptnre. He criticises it, however, in certain portions as not being reciprocal, and reviews it very thoroughly and expresses his objections. Nothing new relating to Spain. No probability of obtaining the Floridas. 4°. 12 pages. to General Armstrong. 1807, Ajtril 4. Order of Spanish Government declaring British Islands in state of blockade. Erving presents note to Spanish Minister of Foreign Af fairs, asking explanation for information of his Government. Asks for copy of Armstrong's note to Minister of Marine and the reply to be trans- mitted to Madrid. General Armstrong's reply on same paper, enclosing copy of Minister of Marine's note. [Copy.] 4°. 2 pages. 31 BowDoiN. James, to Monroe. 1807, April 5. Enclosing copy of Minister of Marine's note to General Armstrong; manner of obtaining it explained in copy of Bowdoin's note to General Armstrong, also enclosed. 4°. 1 page. ISOT, July lb. Acknowledging letter 17th Jtme. Af- fairs of the Continent critical for Great Britain. The battle of Friedland followed by an armistice, and the Emperors of France and Russia negotiat- ing for adjusting the afl'airs of the Continent. Neutrality and freedom of the seas. The effect on adjustment of United States afifairs. 4°. 3 pages. Boston. 1808, June 23. Acknowledging letter of 7th instant. England's maritime dominion. Thinks the cabinet of England will rescind late orders and reform her commercial system. Our policy to be prepared for this event and conclude a treaty upon terms of reciprocity. Our affairs with France critical and alarming. Curious letter regarding our for- eign affairs will bo forwarded by private hand, 4°. 6 pages. 1808, November 8. Acknowledging letter 23d Septem- ber. The imprisonment at the Isle of Wight of Mr. Skipwith. Has given Skipwith a credit of £150 and wishes his friends in Virginia will exert themselves to do him justice. 4°. 3 pages. 1811, Junel. Congratulating him as Secretary of State. His fitness for the office. Critical state of our for- eign relations. The necessity for a navy. No con- fidence to be placed in treaties until we gain respect of countries by our ability to protect our rights. Situation of Skipwith. 4°. 4 pages. Breckinridge. J., Fayette Co., Ky. 1796, January 15. The western country rising in im- portance. Increase of population, civilization, and improvement. Great hopes for the future if the Government will procure the free navigation of the Mississippi. Negotiations with Spain. Jay's treaty disliked. 4°. 5 pages. Washington. 1801, December 24. President's message acts as an opiate on a certain party. Nomination of Gallatin had not appeared. Subject of the ratio before the House. Action of the Federal court on justices of peace in the district. Asks for amount of suits pending in Richmond. 4°. i pages 32 Brent. Daniel, IVaahinyton. 1613, September 13. Sends letters to the President. Capture of the "Boxer" by the "Enterprise". Arrival of the Swedish minister at New York. Commodore Chauncey is about to sail. The British fleet in sight. A battle will probably take place. 4^- 1 page 1814, April 30. General Winder's arraugemeut. Sol- diers taken in battle. Kxchauge of prisoners. fol. 4 pages. 1821, September 25. Several enclosures. Claim of Cap ■ tain Bell. General Vives arrived. His purpose to deliv. r his letter of recall. Mr. Adams induced to hasten back to Washington on account of afi'airs in Florida. Jackson's affair with Governor Cal- lava and Judge Fromentin. The captures by Lieutenant Stockton. 4°. 2 pages. See Adams. J. Q., 1821, September 19. PiRKNT. Thos. L.L..toGiC(>RGK W.FrvixG. Madrid. 1815, March 6. Encloses copy of letter to Mr. Morris. Wrong coustructioDS to Erviug's letter of 20th February, and the details of his arrival at Madrid. His intended departure for Paris. [Duplicate.] fol. 5 pages. BUENT. RiCHAJiD, Breiilon. 1811, April 1. Acknowledging letter, uo date. For- warded to Mr. Madison. Expressing his opinion that any hesitation about accepting the position would be injurious to his prospects, in which opinion all his friends concurred. 4°. 3 pages. I Place nvt staled.'] 1811 [no date]. Ackiiowledging letter, no date. Re- questing Monroe to authorize him to say he would accept the appointment of Secretary of State if tendered him. fol. 2 pages. Brobson. W. p., toC. A. Rodney. Dover, Del. i>i23, Februari/'t. Ackuowledgiuglfetterof2d. Choosing a Senator from Delaware to fill Mr. Rodney's place, who has resigned. 4°. 4 pages. Brooke. Framcis, Waahington. 1801, February 15. Thinks that a President will be elected to-morrow. Object of the Federals is to prevent an election until the 3d of March, then to leave their opponents without a President or a plan to meet the event. 4°. 2 pages. 3 8 3.'^ Brooke. Francis, Richmond, Va. 1828, March 7. Is much concerned, and denies that Monroe's and Madison's letters were kept back unnecessarily from the convention. Explanations. 4°. 3 pages. Brooks. John, Governor, Medford, Man. 1817, May 5. Monroe's contemplated tour in Massa- chusetts. The people appreciate the honor of the visit. The Governor offers his services officially and individually. Asks him to dinner. 4°. 3 pages. Brown. James, Philadelphia. 1704, Decembej- 5. Acknowledging letter of 10th Sep- tember. Congratulates him on his friendly and generoas reception by the convention. Monroe's address read with approbation by all true repub- licans. There are some in the Senate who appre- hend irritation on the part of Great Britain, and obstruct the negotiations of Mr. Jay. Insurrec- tion in Pennsylvania quelled. General Wayne more successful against the Indians. Changes in Virginia delegation to Congress. 4°. 7 pages. Middletown, Conn. 1814, Augutt 11. Asks permission for Miss Baugh to communicate to her brother by flag on board the "Albion". Opinion in Connecticut. French influ- ence and hostility to commerce no longer believed. Brown's and Scott's victories roused the spirit of the nation. Disapprobation of Boston politics. No fear of dissolution of the Union. 4°. 3 pages. Washington. 1814, October 1. Quoting a letter from I. B. Robertson. On sending Kentucky troops to Louisiana. It may be held with a small eflbrt. Louisiana more important to the West than Canada. Lafitte, the pirate, escaped. The pirates ready to defend the United States if pardoned. fol. 2 pages. 1814, Xoveniber — . General Jackson's and Commodore Patterson's ))lans for defence of New Orleans. Confidence in their efficacy. The vigorous meas- ures of the Government to be crowned with suc- cess. 4°. 2 pages. Havre. 1817, June 4. Furuiture for the President's House from France. A special permission to be obtained for placing the eagle on chairs. Many English in France, and disliked. 4°. 2 pages. 34 Brown. James, New York. 1824, January 10. Encloses a letter from La Fayetts relating to his claim. His departure delayed. France will not unite with Spain in a crusade against her former colonies. Mr. Peyton wishes to be secretary. The place promised Mr. Bourne. Attaches generally not useful. 4°. 2 pages. 1824, January 23. Acknowledges his letter of 19th. Probable visit of La Fayette to the United States. Mr. Brown will probably sail on 1st or 2d Feb- ruary lor France. Mr. Jefferson's letter introduc- ing Mr. Peyton. 4°. 2 pages. 1824, February 13. Acknowledges letters of 7th and 10th, enclosing letters to La Fayette, Mr. Bashett, and Mr. Ewing, and documents for Mr. Marbois. The "Cyane" will sail after Captain Creighton receives his sailing orders. 4°. 1 page. I&i4, February 15. Acknowledges letter of 11th. The " Cyane" only awaits sailing orders. 4°. 1 page. 1824, February 20. Owing to ill health Mr. Bourne, who intended going to Paris with his family, ia obliged to give it up, and would like a situation in Washington in some public office. Mr. Brown highly recommends him. 4°. 2 pages. Paris. ISii, April lb. ArrivesatCherbourgand Paris. Declin- ing health of Louis XVIII. Visits Chateaubriand. Keception by the King. General La Fayette cheered by American gratitude. Fears that La Fayette wants money. Marquis de Marbois has fears that United States leans towards England. Spoliation claims. An evening with Chateaubriand. 4°. 7 pages. 1824, May 30. Suffers from rheumatism. Successful prescriptions of Napoleon's physician, Dupuytren. Condition of Spain and Portugal. European poli- tics. The great powers averse to South American independence. La Fayette's happiness in antici- pation of his American visit. 4°. 4 pages. 1824, June 12. Reduction of interest iu the debt of France rejected. Villfele succeeds Chateaubriand. European powers will try to induce the South American states to adopt monarchical govern- ment. La Fayette very anxious to visit United States. Lack of means prevents him. Spirit of enterprise and specalation in Paris. Rents don- bled. Trammeled representative system has lost its charms for the people. 4°. 3 pages. 35 Brown. Jamk8, 1824, July 12. General La Fayettir exceediugly de- lighted. America gladdening bia declining years. His straitened circumstances. Will the Republic show its griititude t His excellence, honesty and eminent services. Holy Alliance and South Amer- ica. Rash invasion of S))ain. The results. Con- fusion in Spain, Portugal and Brazil. General remarks. 4'^. 4 pages. 1824, September 2(i. Acknowledges letter of 10th July. Fatijiuing court ceremonies on death of Louis XVIII. bring on rheumatic fevei. Accession of Charles X. Duo d'Angouleme. The ministry. Tendency of France towards legitimacy. Septen- nial election laws. Censorship of the press. Peace and plenty. Apathy of the people ; few, friends to republics. South America not to be interfered with. Civil war in Mexico hoped for. ludemnity claims. 4". 7 pages. 1824, October 28. Confined to his bed eight weeks. The French Government are not inclined to pay American claims. Vill&le the master spirit in the ministry. Charles X. popular. Party spirit hushed. Censorship of press abolished. Napoleon's officers received at court. Unpopularity of ministers. Army loyal. Navy increased. Finances. Holy Alliance "exists to crush free institutions. 4°. 4 pages. 1824, November 23. Delay in action of ministry rela- tive to American claims. Ulness of the Minister of Foreign Afiairs. Frequent cabinet councils. Supposed topics of discussion. The free press charge the Government in carryiut; elections cor- ruptly. French evacuation of Spain. Spain in a deplorable condition. Cruel treatment of patriots. Afiairs of Greece. 4°. 4 pages. 1825, January 20. The President's last message. Government of Charles X. peaceful. Indemnity to the hnigr^s. Couditiou of Spain. France would prefer to follow England in recognizing the South American colonies. Santo Domingo. American claims. Mr. de Neuville. La Fayette's reception. The President's retirement. Compliments. fol. 5 pages. 1826, February 23. American claims against France. Negotiations for the present broken olf. Views relative thereto. Death of Alexander of Russia. , 3G Brown. James, Holy Alliance vexatious to the small States of Germany, Switzerland and Poland in their inter- nal affairs. Discontents and rebellions in Russia. An attack on Turkey expected. New American republics. ' 4^. 3 pages, 1826, September 30. Claim allowed the ex-President The people not illiberal. Poverty of Jeft'erson Liberality to La Fayette— parsimony to Jeiferson, Monroe's hopes from sale of Albemarle estate. Writer's expenses. Representative system in Por tugal. Threats to Ferdinand. Persian invasion Troubles in Turkey. Mr. Canuinj; in Paris. Dan tier to the East Indies. Mr. Gallatin in Paris. Mr. Middleton in Moscow. Mr. Everett. 4°. 5 pages, 1827, June US. Acknowledges receipt of a letter Marquis de Marbois. Extraordinary preservation of his intellect and vigor. Many benefactors of their country left to struggle in poverty. Sonth Carolina and Louisiana aiding Jefferson. Greek reverses. American claims. A French navy. A winter in Paris. Social intercourse. 4°. 4 pages. Buenos Ayres (unknown writer in). 1818, January 11. Despotism of rulers. Inimical to Americans. Banishment of United States consul. Situation of Chili. General Artegas a true repub- lican and beloved. Revolution imminent. [En- closed in letter from Nicholas Biddle; ixtract; copy.] 4°. 2 pages. Burke. Edmund, (extract from). The high civilization of France and her immense riches. Extract in Richard Rush's hand inclosed in a letter to Monro . 4°. 3 pages. Burr. Aaron, Philadelphia. l-9-Z, September 10. Enclosing statements. Late elec- tion for Governor of New York. Discontent of friends of Mr. Jay; the opinions of Mr. Ran- dolph, Mr. Sergeant, Mr. Edwards, and Mr. Reeves, concur with his (Burr's) sentiments. Asks M's opinions. Authorizes him to draw for any expense incurred. Asks the political complexion of elect- ors. 4°. 3 pages. xVew York. 1794, May 30. Acknowledging letter of 28th. Con- gratulations on his appointment as Minister to France. Recommends the appointment of his step- son, Mr. Prevost Recommends Joseph R. Gates for a company in the artillery. 4°. 2 pages. 37 Bdrr. Aabon, 1795, July 5. Mr. Skipwith appointed Consul-General to France. Prevost will sail in a week to act as secretary to Monroe. Mr. Jay's treaty. The country agitated by it. Merchants against it. A memorial against its ratification being signed. The French much excited about it. 4°. 2 pages. 1795, August 2. Recommending to his notice and good offices Mr. Gilston, and, in case he needs it, asks for him a credit for $1,000. 4°. 2 pages. 1795, September 15. Acknowledging letter of 18th June. Mr. Prevost takes passage to Hamburg, to go thence to Basle. Events which produced Mr. Randolph's resignation. Hopes Mr. Prevost will be useful to him. Asks if Skipwith has attended to his commission for wines. 4°. 2 pages. Philadelphia. 1795, December 24. Acknowledging letter of 18th June. Thanks him for kind attentions to young Gilston. 4°. 2 pages. 1796, March 10. Absence of news from France. Spec- ulations as to how news of the treaty will be re- ceived. 4°. 1 page. jVeic York 1796, September 6. Announcing his recall and ap- pointment of Mr. Piuckney. Unable to give rea- sons. Grateful for his kindness to Mr. Gilston Presidential election. Jefferson and Adams th« only candidates. Washington will decline. Intro duces John Vanderlyn (the artist). Authorizes him to advance money to him, and to draw on him (Burr). 4°. 3 pages. Butler. A., (General), to Sir Gordon Drummond. Detroit. 1815, April 5. Restitution and exchange of posts in conformity with treaty of peace. [Copy.] 4°. 3 pages. to MONROK. 1815, May 8. Asks for instructions relating to the restoration of frontier posts and places according to the treaty of peace. [Copy.] 4°. 7 pages. Butler. Pierce, Charleston, S. C. 1795, January 19. Acknowledges a letter, no date. A general letter of congratulations and good wishes. Politics of Georgia and South Carolina. Expresses admiration for the French. 4°. 3 pages. Butler. Pierce, Darim. 1811, December 22. Acknowledging letter of 1st. Ap- proves of Monroe's course of action. Disgusted at attacks made on Monroe by the Smiths. Aston- ished at Madison's appointment . 4°. 2 pages. Philadelphia. 1813 Mai/ 2. Acknowledging letter of 28th April. Death of Doctor Rush. Invites Monroe and his family to visit him. The war has become popular in England. No hopes for peace until we whip the English on land. 4°. 2 pages. 1813 May 14. Determination of England to prosecute the war with vigor. Barbarism of the British squadron in the Chesapeake. Philadelphians un- easy and alarmed. Patriotism of citizens. Phila- delphia liable to surprise. Offers his services to organize the militia and to secure it against sur- nrise Would expect the rank of major-general. ^ 4°. 2 pages. 1816, Septtmibtr 27. Acknowledging letter 22d instant. Monroe disinterested, but Gallatin and others not so. Monroe's speech to prevent Gallatin's expul- sion Butler tried to prevent his appointment aa Secretary of the Treasury. Opinions respecting Monroe. Believes the United States Bank will be made a source of speculation. 4°. 2 pages. 1816, November 12. Recommends Mr. Hogan. Low intrigue to injure the United States Bank. Con- siders Mr. Dallas the source of the evil. 4°. 1 page. Saratoga Springs. 1819 August 30. Objects to the appointment of Mr. Lavcock as Paymaster-General of the Army. •' 4°. 1 page. Butler. Robert, ■^'e«' Orleans. 1815, March 2. Decisions of court-martial on trial of Jacob Smith and T. Maples, contractors, charged with protecting the enemy by delaying delivery of arms, etc., for our troops. Disapproval by the maior-eeneral of the proceedings. [Copy.] ^ * 4°. 7 pages. Nashville. 1821, November 16. Tendering his resignation. A proper regard for his reputation will not permit him to serve under such hnmUiating treatment. His services, etc. 4°. 3 pages. CabaRKCJ, [The Couutess of J. Aladrid. 1821, December 21. A letter in Spanish, congratulating the Presulont on bis re-election. 4^'. 4 pages. Cabell. J. C, JTarminsier. 1828, October 20. Acknowledges letter of 7th. Pul licatiou of certain letters. Mr. Jefferson's letters ou the tariff. The coming Presidential election 4"^. 2 pages Cabell. Samuel J., }ra»hin niansoleuiu, and pro- posed an equestrian statue [otWa.shingtou]. War declared against Great Britain by Emperor of Rus- sia; the King of Prussia may co-operate. 4"^. 3 pages. 1801, February 24. Acknowledging letter of 19tb Congratulations on election of Jefferson. Fed- eralists hostile to the rights of the people. The sediiiou law expires with John Adams. Adams continues to nominate persons to till every vacancy, from a desire to embarrass the administration of Jefferson. Delights in the despondency of Anglo- Federalism. 4°. 2 pages. Cadwallader. Col. Lambert, lT8t), Jiigiigt 20. Spain, and treaties in F.urojie. 4^\ 2 pages. Calhoun. John C, milington. 1817, Kovembir I. Accepting the appointment of Sec- rotary of War. 4^. 1 page. )raahington. 1818, Augusts. Encloses proceedings of court-martial relating to Doctor Hugo. Commissary supplies for troops next year. Change recommended in rations. 4^. 2 pages. 1818, August 29. At Mr. Adams's request he remits the forei:;n mail to Mr. Monroe. Despatches from General Jackson relating to court-martial of Arbuthnot and Ambri.'^ter. Colonel Haynes to re- sign. Recommends Captain Gadsden to succeed him. Disposition of stars in the flag. 4<^. 4 pages. 1818, Septembir 3. Lieutenant McLeod, charged with questioning the pi-opriety of Major Tayloe's order stopping the whisky rations. Sentence not con- firmed. [Copy.] 4°. 1 page. CaJ-HOUX. John C, 1818, September 4. Acknowledging letter of 2<1. Mr. Cooper. The "Macedonian" under sailing orders. 4°. 2 pages. 1818, September 6. Acknowledging letter of 3l8t ult. Lines to be run from the Apalachicola to the Saint Mary's, under the Creek treaty. Mr. N. P. Trist to bo appointed cadet when there is a va- cancy. Encloses letters from Mr. Gallatin relative to negotiations. Conrt- martial cases. Mr. Tayloe not authorized to substitute money for whisky. 4^. 4 pages. 1818, September 19. Regulations of the Medical Depart- ment. General Scott's compensation for extra services. 4°. 4 pages. 1819, September :>. Project of General Scott's. 4°. 2 pages. 1819, Septembers. Court-martial of Lieutenant David- son and PoHt-Surgcon Catlet. Conduct of Major Woolev. Death of Mr. Brent, late Paymaster- General. 4°. 4 pages. 1819, September 14. Acknowledging letter of 13th. Candidate for the collectorship at Charleston and Alexandria. Messrs. Pringle and Mason candi- dates. 4^. 3 pages. 1821, June Id. Advices from Havana. No further de- lay in the cession of Florida. Proceedings of the coart-niartial of Colonel Cha-iibers. Indian mur- derers in Illinois. An example is necessary. One ought to be executed. The retention of Dr. Waterhouse. Inslrnclions to GencralJackson in reference to the Floridas. 4"=. .5 pages. 1821, June 19. Current business of the War Depart- ment. 4°. 3 pages. to Thomas Morris. 18;il June 19. Acknowledging letter of 8th. Case of Martin and Mills. [Copy.] 4°. 3 pages. to Monroe. 1821, July 20. General Scott's claim for pay for extra services. Encloses a treatise on artillery by Gen- eral Lallemand. 4°. 5 pages. 1821, July 28. Current business of the War Depart- ment. 4°. 3 pages. Calhoun. JohkC, 1821, August 2. Current business of the War Depart- ment. 4°. 3 pages. 1821, August 18. Vacancy in the office of Inspector- General shoiiltl Colonel Gadsden's accept the office of Adjutant-General. Preferences. 4°. 8 pages, 1621, August 18. Acknowledging his note. No ir venience will result from a postponement of decis- ion as to appointment of Inspector-General. 4°. 3 pages 1821, October 14. Current business of the War Depart ment. Dismissal of Captain Curtis from the i ice. Report of the Adjutant- General relating to rank and pay of Captain Deloba. Occurrences in Florida. Economy to be practiced in the De- partment. The Southern Patriot on occurrences in Florida. 4°. 12 pages. 1823, September 6. Interview with Mrs. Decatur, who wishes Colouel D. to be retained storekeeper at Brooklyn. Cannot consent, as his successor had been appointed. Spanish affairs not quite so des- perate. 4°. 5 pages. 1823, October 29. Encloses proceedings of the court- martial of Captain Eastman, and treaty with the Florida Indians. Removing the troops from Baton Bouge. 4°. 7 pages. 1824, September 11. Has returned and finds the busi- ness of the Department has been conducted satis- factorily. His visit to the Alleghanies. Ample supply for the national works. Encloses a note of General Mercer and asks Monroe's advice. 4°. 4 pages. Torktoum. 1824, October 20. La Fayette's welcome at Yorktown. His desire to make an early visit to Jefferson and Madison. 4°. 3 pages. IS&i, October 2f<. La Fayette's movements. His cordial reception at Norfolk and Richmond, and meeting with the Revolutionary officers. 4°. 5 pages. ffashington. 1827, February 30 [mo]. Expressive of his high satis- faction with Monroe's conduct as Secretary of War in 1814, and of his belief that history will do his memory justice. His claim does not conflict with that of General Jackson, of whom he has also a high opinion. 4°. 6 pages. 42 Calhoun. John C, 1827, December 9. Difficulties with Mr. Crawford's friends. A charge of ingratitude, Mr. Calhoun had taken a decided part against Crawford and for Monroe in 1816. How Mr. Calhoun came to be Secretary of War. Asks for a statement of facts to repel dishonorable imputations. 4°. 7 pages. 1827, December 9. Asks to be furuished with a state- ment that he was not appointed Secretary of War at Mr. Crawford's instance, but that Monroe acted independently of him and selected him from a personal knowledge. Wishes to repel with au- thority the cbarge of ingratitude to Crawford. 4°. 4 pages. 1827, December 22. Asks for copies of certain corre- spondence in 1818. Regrets the efforts to drag Mr. Monroe into political controversies, and will endeavor to do justice to his conduct duringa most critical and important period, and to pnt down a chargeof ingratitude against himself. 4°. 4 pages. 1828, January 3. Correspondence between Monroe and General Jackson in 1814. Nothing in it that will not do honor to Monroe's patriotism and sagacity. 4°. 4 pages. 1828, March 7. The correspondence of Monroe and General Jackson. The latter's course in the Seminole business and at New Orleans. The pe- rusal of it by the General satisfies him of Monroe's kindly feeling and of his correct course. The effect designed to be accomplished is thoroughly counteracted. 4°. 8 pages. 1828, April — . Enclosing a letter from Major Lee ask- ing Monroe if Jackson disobeyed orders in the Seminole war. Calhoun's suggestions. Monroe'e claim in Congress. 4°. 4 pages. 1828, May 1. Acknowledging letter of 23d April. He approves, as does Judge White, Monroe's answer to Major Lee respecting General Jackson course in the Seminole war. Has no objection to state his views on the subject to Major Lee. Complimen- tary expressiocs as to Monroe's patriotism, etc, 4°. 4 pages, Pendleton, l82S,JiilyW. Lee's life of Jackson. Jackson agrees Monroe does, to allow Lee to see the desired cor- respondence. High tariff affects the South un- favorably. A sectional division of the country 43 Cai-houn. John C, upon measures dangerous and calculated to be per- petual if not remedied, fol. 5 pages. Il'asliington. 1830, May 17. Jackson's letter of 6th January, 1818. Whether it was seen by any one at that time, and by whom. 4°. 2 pages. 1830, May 26. General Jackson's letter to Monroe of January 6, 1818. Question whether it was before the Cabinet. 4°. 4 pages. 1831, January U. The difference with Mr. Crawford respecting General Jackson's correspondence- and course during the Seminole war. fol. 4 pages. 1831, January 11. His differences with Mr. Crawford. Correspondence of Monroe and Jackson about the latter's course in the Seminole war. "Private." 4°. 4 pages. 1831, January 21. Asks for a copy of a letter from Monroe to Crawford. General Jackson's course in the Seminole war to confirm certain state- ments. 4°. 2 pages. 1831, January 27. Requests Monroe to state under what circumstances the correspondence between Monroe and Jackson, relating to the Seminole war, was referred to at the Cabinet meeting, and what was Calhoun's course and manner on that occasion. 4^ 2 pages. 1831, January 27. In calling for a statement from Monroe relating to the Jackson correspondence in the Seminolo affair, the object is to correct mis- constructions of Crawford in his letter to Monroe. Inquires about Monroe's health. 4°. 1 page. 1831, February 4. Acknowledging letter of 1st. Asks for another statement of Monroe ou General Jack- son's course in Seminole war, to correct misrepre- sentations by Mr. Crawford. 4". 3 pages. 1831, February Ifi. Has been compelled to publish his correspondence with General Jackson on his course (in the Cabinet) on the Seminole subject. The publication, he ngrets, will disclose a political intrigue, and he is sorry it was necessary to vin- dicate himself. Monroe's claim now before the Senate. Hopes the bill will pass. 4^. 4 pages. to S. L. GOUVKRNEUR. 1831, April 16. Enclosing a note to Mr. Salomon. Is gratified to find public sentiment in his favor. Asks after Monroe's health. 4°. 2 pages. 44 Caijioi:x. Joun C., lo S. L. Gouverneur. 1831, no date. Explanation of causes which iuiluced the authority to Mr. Calhoun to publish Monroe's correspondence with General Jackson respecting the Seminole war. [Draft and copy. ] fol. 2 pages. ti°. 2 pages. 4°. 2 pages. Fort Bill. 1831, July 14. Acknowledging letter and enclosures. Is amazed at the conduct of the administration as to the attempted justilJcation of Jackson's course in the Seminole busiuess at the . xpeuse of Mon- roe's reputation. Mr. Wirt's views and advice approved. Deeply regrets to hear of Monroe's condition. 4°. 4 pagea 1831, Aiiyust d. The memory and character of Mon- roe. Statement inclosed of the relation of the states. Calhoun's opinions are those of the Re- publicans of 'i)8. Crawford's book. Mr. Monroe's vindication. 4°. 4 pages. 1831, August 18. John Rhea's letter, and the coiu'Se pursued by Jackson's partisans. Has unbounded conhdeuce in Mr. Wirt. Method to be pursued in vindication of attacked character. 4°. 4 pages. TVashington. 1832, Febriiart/ 13. Political degeneracy rapid since the Adams election. Jackson's populaiity, force of character, jealousy, want of political informa- tion, etc. Mr. Vau Buren's dexterity and cunning. Clay's action brough; the country into a state of dangerous conflict. Thorough reformation needed. Van Buren's effort for Vice-Presidency. 4°. 5 pages. 1832, March 4. Attacks by the partisans of Jackson on Monroe. Best to act on the defensive. Would like Gouverneur to visit Washington to consult with him. 4°. 3 pages. 1832, June 14. Acknowledgiug letter of lath. Re- commends him to keep silent, so as to act on the defeusive when Jackson's statements are made public on the subject to which his letters refer. 4°. 1 page. Caixaguek. L., agent Baltimore insurance co., to Minister of Marine of France. Paris. 1804, December. Claim for seizure of a vessel called "John and Henry" by the English. [Account in French. J 4°. 3 pages 45 Campbell. George W., Nashville. 1813, November 12. Acknowledging letter 16th Octo- ber. Sanctiou of the President of the levy of 3,500 men ia the State of Tennessee for the war with the Creeks. The measure approved of by the friends of the administration. Atrocities of Indian warfare. 4°. 3 pages. 1814, May 13. Propositions of Dallas and Parrish on the proposed war loan. 8". 3 pages. 1816, September 5. Public opinion in Tenne.ssee re- specting the treaties with Cherokees and Choc- taws. 4°. C pages. St. Petersburg. 1819, March 20. Russian court in mourning. Cor- dial reception. The royal family well-bred. The person of Alexander described. A calculating politician and mild autocrat The patron of art and science, and in favor of gradual emancipa- tion of serfs. His courtiers are his echo. His army a million of men. Poland and European Turkey. 4°. 4 pages. 1819, May 15. Duplicate of the foregoing. 4°. 4 pages. 1819, May 15. Death of his three children of typhus fever at St. Petersburg. Kind attentions of the imperial family. His intention of resiguing. American affairs at the court. Russian post- ofBce not to be depended on. 4°. 5 pages. 1820, January J^. His Intention to leave Russia in the spring. Russia inclined to peace. Rela- tions with United States friendly and durable. Interest taken by the court of Russia in the nego- tiations of the United States with Spain. Russia's vast extent constitutes her weakness; if united, all powerful. The Emperor does not desire to drive the Turks from Europe. His Polish policy. Russian mediation in Europe. 4°. 12 pages. Cakning. George, London. 1807, April 13. Announces arrival of witnesses frMn United States to attend trial of Captain Whitby. Encloses note of their names and occupation. States they were allowed their expenses by the United States. Wishes to know to what officer of His Slajesty's Government the American consal may present them. [Copy. ] fol. 2 pages. 1807, April 15. No official account received of the rejection of the treaty in America. A private letter from Mr. Erskine gives opinion that the 46 Oauninq. George, treaty will not be ratified. This is all that he (Canning) knows on the subject. " Private." ^ 4°. 2 pages. to Monroe and Pinkney. 1807, July 18. Proposal for an interview. 4°. 1 page. to Monroe. 1807, July 25. Affair of the " Leopard" and " Chesar peake ". Has received no particulars. Asks Monroe to communicate any accounts he may receive. Promises reparation to the Government of United States if the British officers are culpable. 4°. 3 pages. 1807, August 3. Acknowledging official note of the 29th July. Ofifers to make reparation to the United States in the affair of the " Leopard" and " Chesapeake ". The British Government does not pretend a right to search ships of war. His Majesty disavows the act if it is proved. fol. 7 pages. 1807, August 8. Asks about the authenticity of the printed proclamation of the President, and whether he is authorized to announce it to be the intention of the United States Government to carry into effect the measures stated without waiting for an explanation of the British Government with re- spect to the unfortunate transaction, fol. 3pages. 1807, Spptemfter 23. Relative to the "Leopard" and "Chesapeake". Signifies the readiness of Great Britain to make reparation for the outrage. Will not negotiate on the question of impressment of seamen in merchant vessels with this question, as it is quite a different matter. fol. 24 pages. 1807, October 6. Audience of Mr. Monroe with the King. 4°. Ipage. 1807, October 9. Returns Mr. Pinkuey's commission and letters of credence. Notwithstanding the period has terminated for which he was invested with the character of Minister, the King will be ready on Monroe's leaving the country to com- municate with Mr. Pinkney on the affairs of the respective Governments. [Copy.] 4°. 1 page. to Monroe and Pinkney. 1807, October 22. The encounter of the " Leopard " and ' ' C hesapeako," and return o f the treaty unratified. Does not agree to the alteriitious and revisions 47 Canning. George, to Monroe aud Pinknky. proposed by the United States Government nor to negotiate anew upon the basis of a treaty already solemnly concluded and signed. [Note eni;lising answer.] 4°. 7 pages. to Monroe. 1807, October 22. Asks if the prohibition of all iuter- conrse between the inhabitants of the United States and British .ships of war will extend to the ship of war in which a Minister accredited with a mission shall arrive iu any port of the United States, and whether Mr. Piukney or Mr. Monroe will furnish Mr. Rose with a document which will insure his admission. fol, 2 pages. 1807, October 23. Acknowledges letter of same date. Requests an interview at the Foreign Office, to have a clear understanding on subjects to which the letter relates. 4°. 2 pages. Carkkra. J. M. DE, to H. DiSDiER. Montevideo. 1817, December 12. Narrative of condition of atfairs in South American states. fol. 3 pages. Carrington. Edwaro, Xew Fork. 1787, August 7. Acknowlodgiug letter of 26th July. His willingness to be of service to M. in a mat- ter iu which his position in the House will aid him. Western lands. The Ohio Company. Emi- gration to Ohio from Massachusetts and Connect- icut. Convention adjourned. Appointed a com- mittee to take measures agreed upon. 4°. 3 pages. 1788, September 15. The new Constitution. Direct taxation. Military force. Impost duties. The judiciary. Fears of bickerings between the na- tional and state governments. The Executive. A council for his guide absurd. The South wish thf meetingmorecentralthau New York. 4°. 8 pages Cass. Lewis, Zaneaville. 1813, January 15. Hopes to be relieved from being a witness in the trial of General Hull. 4°. 3 pages Detroit. 1814, September 20. Congratulates the country on the military destinies committed to Monroe. Hail the arrangement taken place earlier it would have been better. Hopes be may live to be President. 4^. I page. 43 Cass. Lewis, St Mary's. 1818, October 6. Results of the negotiations for pur- chase of Indian lands south of the Wabash. 7,500,000 acres bought for an annuity of lS23,350. Apologizes for not buying it cheaper. The Indiana beginning to understand the value of land through the influence of the whites among them. 4°. 4 pages. JVashington 1819, March 2. General Jackson's course in Florida. 4°. 1 page Detroit. February 9. The bill before Congress for the daction of the Army. General Macomb's and sitnation. The Government should not neg- lect his claims. 4°. 3 pages, Castillo. Jos£ del, to J. R. Poinsett. Havana lb23, Ajiril 1(). A letter (in Spanish) enclosed in one from Mr. Poinsett to Monioe. State of parties in Cuba. Thenecessityof onrhavingan .agentthere Ckvallos. Pedro, El Pardo, near Madrid. 1804, February 10. Acknowledging letter 11th Janu ary. Denies the truth of report that Spain objects to'the cession of Louisiana by France to the United States. 4°. 2 pages. Chevks. L., to William H. Crawford. Philadelphia. 1820, October 16. Plan for the extinguishment of the debt to the United States by the sales of public lands. [Enclosing a detailed plan.] 4°. 3 pages, fol. 4 pages. Church. Edward, London. 1809, October 19. Victory of Welleslcy at Talavera. Expedition to Isle of Walcheren. Epicurean rage of the commander of the expedition. Treaty of peace between Austria and France. Napoleon sov- ereign arbiter and dictator of Europe. Napoleon's hatred to England. The present , our opportunity. Make terms with England at all hazards. Her ruin, ours. Injustice of Mr. Adams in removing him; asks an appointment. 4°. 5 pages. 49 Claiborne. W. C. C, Governor of Louisiana. Neiv Orleans. 1804, May 30. The Spanish court not willing to admit that West Florida is included in the Treaty of Ildefonso, and many citizens avow a like senti- ment. Most of land surveyed and claimed. [Copy and press-copy.] 4<=. 3 pages. to Madison. 1804, June "2. Encloses his correspondence with Gov- ernor Folche. Protests against jurisdiction in West Florida as an usurpation. [Copy.] 4°. 1 page. to Governor FoLCHE. 1804, June 2. Acknowledging letter of Ist May. Dif- fers with him regarding jurisdiction of West Flor- ida. Facts do not justify the charge of usurpa- tion. Is only an executive agent, with no other power than to execute the laws and instructiouB of his Government. Folche's tone of menace not justified or consistent with the harmony which exists between Spain and United States. [Copy and press-copy.] 4°. 4 pages. Clark. Daniel, to Madison. Neio Orleans. 1802, June 22. Duties exacted by the Spanish Govern- ment on deposits from the westeru country. American consuls not allowed to interfere; their au- thority not acknowledged. The ports of Louisiana shut against the external commerce of the United States. [Copy and a memorandum attached from Mr. Lowry.] 4°. 20 pages. Clark. John, Near Richmond, Va. 1816, December 15. Rejoices in result of the election. Decline of patriotism. Parsimony not economy. Cringing Congressmen. Brilliant prospects. Mil- itary defenses. An educated militia. Military schools. The Navy and its exploits. Location for a naval d6p6t. A war fund in time of peace, or the English funding system reversed. A na- tional bank. Wisdom, the soul of freedom. Edu- cation for all. Internal improvements. Inland navigation. 4°. 15 pages. Clay. Henry, Ashland. 1810, November 13. Acknowledging letter 20th Octo- ber. Selling the Goose Creek lauds. Mr. Baker's claim for vacant and unappropriated land in Mon- roe's survey. His seat in the House of Represent- atives. 4°. 2 pages. 50 Clay. Henry, Washington. 1812, March 15. Proposing an embargo for 30 days, to be followed by war. Reasons for it. Recommends provision for acceptance of 10,000 volunteers for a short period. 4°. 1 page. Lexington, Ky. 1812, July 29. Pennsylvania and Ohio for war. Ken- tucky alarmingly enthusiastic. Volunteers should be employed. Recruiting going on well. The 100,000 and 00,000 acts. Six months (from August to spring) the term for volunteers in any quan- tity. John Allen has raised a rifle regiment. Gov- ernor Harrison's cordial reception in Kentucky. No military man combines like him the confidence of the West. 4°. 4 pages. 1812, August 12. Reinforcements for Hull. Great solicitude for Hull's army. Governor Harrison's great merit. Enthusiasm for him in the West. His plans to Secretary of War against Indians. An army uuder his command could be raised very promptly. He would prefer to not act out of his territory. Suggests he be brevetted major-gen- eral. Reports about General Hull. 4°. 4 pages. Frankfort, Ky. 1812, August 25. Alarming apprehensions for safety of Hull's army. Hostile Indians and scarcity of i>ro- visions. Has lost all confidence with his army. Arrival of succor almost hopeless. Governor Scott called upon to act. Harrison to be major general bybrevet. Great confidence in him. Hisappoint- ment provisional, depending on the President. 4°. 3 pages. Lexington, Ky. 1812, September 21. Acknowledging letter of 29th ultimo. Of Hull's treachery no doubt is enter- tained. Deserves to be shot. Measures of Gen- eral Scott to afford aid to Hull. Movements of Harrison. Hopkins' movements. Their probable co-operation. Kentucky has 8,000 to 10,000 men in the field. They are without supplies of any kind. Our policy should be changed towards the sav- ages. Their warlike propensity. British instiga- tion. 4°. 4 pages. New York. 1814, February 13. Expects great advantages from Mr. Gallatin's appointment. Wonderful events in Europe daily announced. Mi .Weir's appointment. "Private." 4°. 1 page. 51 Clay. Henry, 1814, Fehruary 14. Ackuowledjjing receipt of com- missions and instructions and other papers. Will depart probably by •20tU instant. Mr. Russell not yet arrived. 4°. 1 page. 1814, February 2;i. Mortified at the delay in sailing. Mr. Eussell's misunderstanding regarding onttit and equality of compensation. Mr. Wier does not go out as consnl to Riga. "Private." A\ -J pages. Gothenburg. l8U,April-iX Wonderfnl events in Enrope. Capture of Paris by the allies. Talleyrand on Napoleon. Napoleon's power at an end. Policy of England, Sweden, and Norway. 4°. 2 pages. Ghent. 1814, August 7. Commencement and progress of the negotiations with the British commissioners for the treaty between Great Britain and the United States at Ghent. [Copy from his journal.] fol. 12 pages. 1814, August IS. The commissioners prepared for ex- travagant pretensions. Their attempt to show that if war were continued Britain would be to blame. The first visit. Ceremonial waived. A definite bound.ary line. Desire by the British to se- cure a peace to" the Indians. Proposition by the British tending to sever the union, to secnro Can- ada, and to surrender the fisherie.s. Proposed ter- mination of treaty of 1783. Efiect in England and United St ites of a rupture of negotiations. Har- mony in the mission. Mr. Whitbread friendly to America. Wo must rely on our own resour. es to continue the war. Europe financially exhausted. France wants back her colouie-*. A further strug- gle predicted. The Netherlands. Dim prospects of p ace. " Private." fol. d pages. 1814, October 26. The negotiations. The events at Baltimore and Charaplain help us. Must conquer a peace. Recolonization hinted at in the Times. Wellington's army. Europe may continue in peace, and why. Spain full of internal distrac- tions. Forgery of Mr. Bayard's opinions. The afl'air of the burning of Washington. If British are beaten at New Orleans peace may ensue. "Private." fol. 3 pages. 52 Clay. Henry, 1814, December iiri. Treaty of peace signed. Terms not as expected at commencement of war. Not very unfavorable as matters stand. We lose no territory and no honor. The fisberies and the Mississippi. British trading with the Indians. Is icTurued again to Congress. An extra session. Will sail for United States on Ist April. Will remain in England and France three months. "Private." small 4°. 2 pages. to Col. R. M. Johnson. Ashland. 18-2'2, July 12. His gratitude to the President for ad- mitting his claim on the Government. 4°. 1 page. Clay. M., Washington. 1801, January 21. Fire in the Treasury office. Thinks it was a willful attempt. The sedition law re- vived in the House of Representatives. fol. 1 page. 1801, February 11. On counting votes of electors there were for Jeflfersou and Bnrr T.i each, 65 for Adams, and Pinckney 64. House of Representatives then balloted for'States. Resolution entered not to adjourn until a President should be elected. 4"^. 1 page. 1801, February 17. Thirty-sixth ballot for President, Jefferson, 10; Burr, 4; 2 blanks. 4°. 1 page. 1808, February 29. Monroe's friends in Congress find- ing they could not run him to advantage, deemed best for the present to withhold placing him among the candidates, from a firm conviction it is best policy for the public good and Monroe's future prospects. Advises him to put a stop to the contest. 4°. 1 page. Clinton. Dk Witt, New York. 1817, November 3. Desiring the removal of an obnox- ious port surveyor and recommending the ap- pointment of Henry Post. 4°. 1 page. Clinton. George, Albany. 1784, August 20. Acknowledging letter of 19th. The British do not intend to encourage the free inter- course which ought to have taken place on the re- turn of peace. Unjustifiable conduct ofHaldemand in continuing to hold the posts. fol. 1 page. 53 Clinton. George, Neto York. 1784, November 7. Acknowledging letter of 28th ulti- mo. Was relieved from determining on a point of delicacy since tlie commission has left the State of New York. Was fearful his interposition might have been ascribed to unworthy motives. 4°. 2 pages. 1791, February 16. Acknowledging letter of 17th Jan- uary. Resolutions of House of Delegates of Vir- ginia submitted to New York legislature. The aristocratic faction, stock-jobbers, and speculators oppose it. Their attempts, however, have proved abortive. Resolutions entered by large majorities in both houses. 4^^. 2 pages. Gremwich. 1796, April 14. Acknowledging letter of 18th June. A long-coutinued indisposition has prevented an early answer. Jay's treaty. Detested by all re- publicans. Gratifying to aristocrats, agents and adherents of Great Britain. 4°. 2 pages. Clopton. John, to Alexander McCraie. Washington. 1807, December 25. Monroe's return from his mission in England. Clopton's wish that Monroe should be brought forward as a, candidate for the Presi- dency. Deserving the support of the best men. 4°. 4 pages. CoDiNA. Joseph, Philadelphia. 1818, March — . Relating to Spanish douiiuions in America. A plan for separating them from the mother country, and making them free under the protection of the United States. Island of Cuba and other dominions to form a union with the United States. General opinion in favor of the project. [Translations.] fol. 9 pages. COLVIN. J.B., 181.'?, September 7. Encloses him the National Intelli- gencer, in which is a publication by the Secretary of the Navy. Also, in the Spirit of '76, a curious detection of a plagiarism. 8°. 1 page. Connelly. John, to Jonathan Roberts. Philadelphia. 1819, January 6. Nomination of directors of the United States Bank. 4°. 2 pages. .54 Cook. D.P., 1826, April 23. Asks him whether it is true that Gov ernor Edwards denied beiug the author of the A. B. publications. 4°- '-2 pages. CORREA DE Sbrra. JOSEPH, Philadelphia. 1820, January 1. Tendering the compliments of the new year. Thanking him for the sentiments nobly expressed in his message about violation of neu- trality. 4°. Ipage. Cowperthwaite. I. K., and Wiluam Osborn. New York. 1830, November 26. In behalf of the chairmakers of New York, a chair is presented to Monroe. 4°. 1 page. CoxE. Tench, Philadelphia. 1819, November 28. Enclosing notes on the causes of the disorder of the manufacturing and other branches of national indnstry. 4°. 9 pages. Crawford. W. H., Waahington. 1812, Aprtl-i. Asks whether Mr. Knsssll's letter should be presented to the Senate while acting on the embargo. A resolution calling upon the President of the United States rejected by the Senate. 4°. 1 page. Lexington, Ky. 1812, August 6. Disavowal by General George Mathews of his arrangements respecting the Floritlas and Amelia Island after the Henry discovery. Im- pressment of American seamen on the rumor of a war between United States and Great Britain. Recommends Josiah Meigs as professor at Mili- tary Academy. 4°. 4 pages. 1812, September 9. Acknowledging letterof 25th ultimo. Hull's defeat inexplicable. Incompetency of those to whom the management of the war is confided. Secretaries of War and Navy seem to bring dis- grace on the nation. Cession of Florida by de Onis. Might give umbrage to the Emperor. Death of General Mathews. small 4°. 4 pages. New Ym-li. 1813, June 12. Embarks this evening and will sail in the morning. Nominations of Mr. Gallatin and of Mr. Russell. 4°. 2 pages. 55 CRAWFORD. W. II., 1813, June 10. Ackuowledging letter of 12th. Mr. Webster's resolutions anticipated. Captain Allen, of the Argus, has received no instructions relative to Mrs. Barlow's passage, or to Mr. Vamlerlyn. The late contestation of our consuls at Paris. ParU. 1814, December 16. French spoliations. Talleyrand's sordid and selfish character. His great power in France. The King's policy. France's interests not to be thought of in opposition to Talleyrand's interests. Crawford wonld not con.sent to be instrument in bribery. The British ambassador would help Talleyrand to money. Known immor- ality of the British Government. Decision in case of the "Decatur". Talleyrand not liked at the court. General claim for indemuity almost hope- less. [Duplicate.] " 4°. 7 pages 1814, December 19. Mr. Baker, consul at Balearic Isl- ands, appeals for restitution of money disbursed for relief of distressed American seamen. Mr Noah, calling himself American consul at Tunis, relates difficulty in negotiating bills on America, Beasley an unfit agent for American prisoners. Appointment of consuls. [ D uplicate. ] 4'=. G pages, 1814, December 19. Letter from Captain Smith, pris- oner at Algiers. Duplicate despatches, "pri- vate;" also a letter from Captain Smith. 4°. 5 pages, 1814, Decfjnfter 21. Aflfair of the "Decatur" decided. Suggestions relative to American vessels carrying letters of marque. [Duplicate.] 4 pages. 1814, December iJS. Filling of consulates in France. Congress at Vienna. Newspaper accounts that the British ministers have lust all their influence there. Lord Castlereagh at the head. Mr. Hughes, secretary of embassy at Ghent, wishes to be secre- tary of legation at London. 1814, December 30. Encloses copy of letter of King of Prussia. [Duplicates.] 4'^. 8 pages, including the foregoing. 1813, February 20. Filling of vacant consulships in France. Recommendations and suggestions. 4°. 4 pages. 50 Crawfokd. \V. H., 1815, February 20. Advances to Mr. Boyd, and the manner of reimbursement. Captain "and crew of the "Transit". Mr. Lee's claims for advances, etc., for relief of distressed seamen. "Private." 4°. 7 pages. 1815, FebruariiUl. Liquidation of the "Nancy" termi- nated. Case of the "Belisarins". Useless to at- tempt to discuss the question of indemnities dur- ing the absence of Talleyrand. 4°. 4 pages. 1815, Februayy 21. The Algeriue war. Eeconimonds the vigorous chastisement which it is now in the power of the United States to give, and dictate terms of peace. It would be a convincing argu- ment lo the King of Naples in discussing the claims of American merchants for spoliations committed. War declared by Algerines against Spain. Rumors that England has exchanged the island of Trinidad for the iwo Floridas. New complications. 4°. 5 pages. 1815, February 25. Want of concert and unity between the two houses and the people in the Unitetl States. Some remarks in cipher respecting the late negotiations at Ghent, and about certain pa- pers, the publication of which is discussed. 4°. 4 pages. to Count Jaucourt, 1815, March 7. Trusts that orders will be issued giv- ing the "Decatur" permission to load and depart for the Uuited States. [Copy.] 4^^. 4 pages. to MONROK. 1815, March 8. Landing of Napoleon at Canues with 1,SOO men. Speculations as to the projected move- ment. Perhaps an arrangement between him and the malcontents on the measures will be adopted by the Congress at Vienna. A short time will dissipate the storm or give it a territic force, which will overthrow the Bourbous. 4°. 2 pages. to Count Jaucoukt. 1815, .a/arc/i 9. Acknowledging letter of the 8th, which will be communicated to his Government. Ste Jalcoukt. 1815, March Iti. Bonaparte's return to France. " Five Je Hoi," in mockery to the Bourbons. Cannon car- ried into the palace. Keigniug by divine right Crawford. W. H.. brings uo popular enthusiasm. Corn-law mobs in England. Tliedefeat at New Orleans. The Chroni- cle, which predicted its capture, now abuses the ministers. "Private." 4°. 4 pages. 1815, March 16. Efforts of the Bourbons against Na- poleon ; his passage a triumphal march. The King at the legislative palace. Power of the Bourbons. Rumors and speculations. Congrat- ulations ou the victory at New Orleans. Glorious termination of the war. 4°. 4 pages. 1815, MarcA 16. Napoleon's laiidiiiL; iu France. Public opinion more decided in his lavnr. His progress triumphal. His siuti-ss ant irijiaffd. No civil war. No bloodshed yt. His proclamations. Impressions as to the duratiuu of his power if successful. Possibly the allies may make com- mon cause against him. 4°. 4 pages. 1815, March 16. Enclosing communications by Minis- ter of Foreign Affairs relating to invasion of France by Napoleon and order of King directing the cruise of his squadron. Crawford's note relative to the " Decatur ". Expects no answer while the present contest for the throne is undecided. 4°. 1 page. 1815, March 19. Ratification of the treaty of peace with Great Britain. Napoleon's progress. Three or four days will determine the fate of Paris. 4°. 3 pages. 1815, March 19. Efforts of the French legislature. Napoleon's progress. Expected at Paris. Change of the ministry hinted at. Benjamin Constant writes that the patriots of 1789 wiU be called into power. "Private." 4°. 3 pages. 1815, March 21. The royal family left the Tuileries about midnight on 19th, and the Emperor occupied it at 9 p. m. ou 20th. Change in public press. United States should recognize him as Emperor if indemnity were to be adjusted. Napoleon's at- tainder and outlawry. Blunders of the Bourbons. Louis's confidence in the Terrorists. Fouch6. Louis cannot return to power without a foreign invasion. The clergy. The allied monarchs "Private." 4°. 8 pages. 1815, March 21. Enclosing two letters from Count Jaucourt. The court, attended by household troops, set off for Lille. Crawford will remain in Paris. Believes there will be no civil war. The 58 Crawford. W. H., Duke of Bourbon gone to rouse the Vendeans and Chouans. Defection of the troops. Ei>gland will not remain quiet. 4'^. y pages. to Madison. 1815, March 21. Departure of Louis XVIII. Eutry of Napoleon. Meetings of the foreign ministers. Will not attend. Duke of Orleans at P6ronue. Funds rising in Paris, falling in London. Will the allies unite against Napoleon 1 Will he seize Belgium? French army disorganized. All North Italy ripe for revolt. Trusts the United States may remain neutral. If not, after our late experience, our efforts may be more efficient. Young generals advantageous. 4°. b pages to MOKROE. Wood Laivn, Ey 1815, October 16. Testifies to the intelligence and good character of Mr. Ingraham, late agent for priso ners, for appointment of consul at Plymouth Recommends Dr. George Phillips to fill the place of General Sevier, deceased. 4°. .3 pages. JVaskington 1817, May 2. Thinks Dr. Bibb would accept the ap pointment as governor of Alabama Territory. 4°. 3 pages. 1817, October 1. Communication from the collector of New Orleans on the subject of Galveston, a pirat ical and smuggling settlement. The Baratarian as- sociation upon a large scale. Recommends revenue- cutters to be employed to suppress smuggling and seize Galveston. 4°. 4 pages. 1817, October 11. Situation of the Treasury Depart- ment. Customs revenues |18,000,000. 4°. 4 pages. 1818, no date. Retention of Amelia Island. Wrested from Spain by us with the knowledge of the Gov- ernment. Pleased that it will not be considered a cause of war. 4°. 3 pages. 1818, no date. Mr. Calhoun's report. A plan for des- ignation of roads and canals and internal improve- ments, fol. 1 page. 1818, January 4. Declines invitation to dinner. 8°. 2 pages. 59 Crawford. W. H.. 1818, March 23. Seizure of Amelia Island. The idea ridiculous. 4°. 1 page. 1819, no date. Pnblicatious in the Advocate. General Swift. Colonel Swartwout. 8". 2 pages. 1819, Jpr'U 7. United States branch banks. Their notes not receivable in all places for duties. In- convenience to the Treasury. Office of New York collector not accepted by Judge Thompson. Va- rious candidates. The choice to be made. 4^. 8 pages, 1819, Jaly 2. Acknowledging letter of 14th ultimo Brownsville public roads. State of the Treasury 4°. 8 pages, 1820, June 12. Enclosing an opinion of the Attorney- General on the case of the Ursuline nuns, gestions relative to the sale of lands. Changing the tenure of office of certain officers. [A part ■ ■ .] 4°. 4 pages. 1820, July 8. Political matters in France. General discontent. Mr. Ervin's views. Mr. Forsyth's discontent. United States Branch Bank. English politics. 4<^. 4 pages. to William Wikt, 1821, January 9. Case of General Mitchell. Squire Humphrey, oneof the witnesses, a great scoundrel. 8°. 3 pages. See BiDDLE. Nicholas, January 26 and 29, 1821. to Monroe. 1821, July 20. Appointment of Mr. Hay as receiver of public money at New Orleans. Hyde dii Neuville and the occupation of Amelia Island. DiflSculties may arise from the style of letters passed on the subject. Despatches from Mr. Gallatin. "Confi- dential." 4-. 4 pages. 1821, Awjimt 1. Politics in France. The Due de Richelieu. Affairs in Spain. Commercial rela- tions between France and the United States not satisfactory. 4°. 4 pages. 1821, August 1.5. Case of Harris vs. Lewis for slander, in which Mr. Crawford is called on to testify to certain charges made while Harris was consul at St. Petersburg. •■Confidential." 4°. 4 pages. Crawford W. H., 182:!, Auijiist 25. Mr. Hale, uaval oBScer at Ports- month, N. H., wishes to resigu if his son-iu-law can be appointed in his place. Is urged to inter- fere in behalf of Colonel Decatur, dismissed by the Navy Department. 4°. 4 pages. 1823, August 26. Character of Mr. Bates, the appli- cant for office of district attorney for Missouri. 4°. 3 pages. 1830, Juli/ 5. Letter from Mouroe to Calhoun, con- cerning Jackson's course in the Seminole war, aa contained in another letter. Denies ever having seen it until brought before the Cabinet. Article from a Nashville paper, charging Crawford with an attempt to prevent Monroe's re-election. 4°. 3 pages. 1831, 110 date. Extracts from Mr. Crawford's letter to Mr. Calhoun, relating to Mr. Monroe's correspond- ence on t he Seminole alfair, and General Jackson's course. [Copies in Mr. Calhouus handwriting.] fol. 3 pages. Crowninshield. B. W., ISl."}, no date. Articles 3, 4 and 5 of the projjosed treaty of commerce with Great Britain. 4°. 5 pages. CUBi Y SOLER. Mariano, Ballimore. 1823, December 17. Encloses a few copies of his trans- lation of the President's message [enunciating "Monroe Doctrine"]. Commends the message highly, although a native of Spain. 4°. 2 pages. CUTTS. Richard, Washington. 1819, October H. Requests the President to authorize Mr. Reynolds, chief clerk, to act as Second Comp- troller of the Treasury. 4°. 1 page. Dade. Wiluam A. G., Dumfries. 1S23, February 3. The message. Views on the inter- nal improvements, and constitutional power of Congress relating thereto. " Private." 4°. 9 pages. Dallas. A. J., Philadelphia. 1814, Januarii 18. Extract from a letter from Mr. Gallatin to his wife, relating to the situation of his mission. The rejection of bis nomination by the United States Senate. " Private and confiden- tial." 4°. 3 pages. 61 Dallas. A. J., 1814, January 19. Eucloses letter from his son for the perusal of the President and Monroe. Offers the services of his son in England. 4°. 1 pajje. 1814, May 3. Enclosing Mr. Parrish's proposition re- lating to the war loan. General Hull's trial. The trouble it cost Dallas. 4°. 1 page. to W. Jones (Secretary of Navy), 1814, July 27. Application for place of surgeon for Dr. Trimble, with certificates enclosed. 4°. 3 pages. to Monroe. jVeio York. 1814, September 7. Plan for a national bank without specie capital. Intelligent bank cashiers advocate the plan. He would extend the loan. Thinks wealthy Federalists will agree to it. Will the plan .suit the Treasury ? [Copy.] 4°. 2 pages. WaahingtoH. 1814, Decembfr 17. Governor Tompkins' letter. Pay- ment of the New York troops. The loans. Lim- ited authority to issue Treasury notes. Congress not aware of the financial condition of the nation. Doubts the efiScacy of any plan to relieve public credit. "Private." 4°. 2 pages. 1815, February 22. Monroe's report to a committee of Congress on the reduction of the Army. Should be confidential. 4°. 1 page. 1815, March 13. Will propose to the President to offer the office of naval officer. New York, to General Brown; to offer it to General Wilkinson if he de- clines. The naval officer has nothing to do with money. 8°. 1 page. 1815, April 27. Reception of Mr. de Onis. To ascertain the views of Spain. 4°. 1 page. 1815, May 28. Reciprocal surrender of the frontier ports. Suspicions of insincerity ; must be on oar guard. Chancesof avoiding war in Europe. The military budget more satisfactory than expected. Wilkinson's rage. Will use the Aurora for^active mischief. Hopes Monroe will provide for film (WO abroad. Bordeaux. 4<^. 3 pages. 1815, May 31. Acknowledging letter of 8th. The surrender of Maiden and restitution of Michili- mackinac should be simultaneous. Distress of inhabitants of Michigan. Relief will be sent. Provision made for payment of troops. [Copy.] 4°. 3 pages. Dallas. A. J., 1815, Jmie 1. Acknowledgiug letter, no date. Sur- render of Maiden and Michiliniackiuac. Isle of Bois Blanc. Indian hostility. The Northwest Company again at work. Captures by British cruisers. Question of sales at auction referred to Attorney-Geueral. 4°. 3 pages. 1815, Juli/ 8. Case of the Dartmoor prisoners. Recom- mends that the papers ou the subject be pub- lished at length. 4'^. I page. 1815, July 15. Duties on cotton in England. The coarse to be pursued in relation to the Dartmoor prisoners. 4°. 2 pages. 1816, March 4. Execution of the commercial conven- tion with Great Britain. Circular of the collectora and the President's notes requesting the same. His own views. 4°. 2 pages. Dallas. Maria, Philadelphia. 181'J, March 1. Soliciting the appointment of her son, George Dallas, as one of the commissioners to set- tle the Florida claims. 4°. 1 page. Dana. Samuel W., Middletown, Conn. 18i5, February 15. Asks for a copy of his vetoed bill for making a great road. Internal improvements by Congress. The course of Monroe's adminis- tration. 4°. 3 pages. DaSCHKOFf. Andr^ de (Russian minister), Philaddphia. 1817, October 3. The relations with the Russian Gov- ernment with Mr. Harris re-established. Assu- rances of this new proof of the good feeling of the Emperor towards the United States. [In French.] 4°. 1 page. Dawson. J., Philadelphia. 1798, April 5. Acknowledging letters of 25th and 26th ultimo. Impolitic to have Monroe's name brought before Congress as the agent of Skipwitb. Ques- tion before both Houses of Congress of publishing communicatious of our envoys. Injunctions of se- crecy will be taken off. 4°. 1 page. Fredericksburg, Va. 1798, October 17. Proposes to meet Monroe at Mrs. Madison's the next Tuesday. Late despatches from France. Our situation, and disposition of l^rance. Bonaparte at Alexandria. 4°. 2 pages. 63 Dawson. J., 1798. October '29. Change in the representation of New Jersey. Speculations aa to the strength of parties and election of President. Bonaparte has taken three British seventy-fours. The forces sent to Ireland supposed to be captured. Conduct of the Directory towards United States mild. Wishes Monroe to appoint a day for meeting. 4^. :i pages. Philadelphia. 1799, Febniarii 10. Private money matters. R. King nominated to St. Petersburg, W. Smith to Con- stantinople, to negotiate treaties of amity and commerce. Bill to pass for building six seventy- fours and a number of smaller vessels. 4'^. -i pages. 1799, March 29. Committee of the Whole on the in- temperate, important, and unconstitutional mes- sage of 19th instant. New England begins to move in opposition to the me:isures of the Presi- dent. 4°. I page. 1801, February 13. Still balloting for President. Are firm and prepared to meet any emergency. 4^. 1 page. Daytox. Jonathan, Elizabethtotcn, X •/. 1815, March 1. Congratubitions on result of Monroe's instructions, as Sccntary of State and Secretary of War, to the nciicitiatnis at Ghent and the con- querors at New dikaus. Hopes he will be next President. 4°. 3 pages. Dearbor.n. H., Boston. 1820, Jime 5. Spain and her colonies. Organization of the government of Maine. 4°. 3 pages. to JoHX QtnxcY Adams. Lisbon. 1822, August l;>. His reception as minister at the court of Portugal. 4°. 2 pages. De Chaumost. Le Ray, Lerai/srille, Jefferson Co., Va. 1819, March 17. Informs Mr. Monroe of his appoint- ment as honorary member of the Agricultural Society of Jefferson County. Mr. Sterling will present hira with the diploma. 4*^. 1 p.ige. 1819, Juhj —. Military road to the St. Lawrence. 4°. 1 page. 1821. SeptembtT 29. Introducing Mr. Sterling, M. C. 4°. 1 page. C4 Delamotte. . Havre. I'iOS, August 12. Acknowledging two letters, no date. Congratulating him on the success of his mission. Private matters. [In French.] 4°. 2 pages. De Silverhjelm. George, Stockholm. 1819, March 18. Introduces Major Loriks, appointed Swedish consul at Philadelphia. 4°. 2 pages. DiCKlNS. ASBURY, to Madison, Washington. 1815, May 1. Asks for the consulship at Paris. 4°. 3 pages. DiSBROWE. Edward, Windsor Castle. 1807, October 25. Regrets of the Quetn at not being able to give audience to Mr. and Mrs. Monroe before their departure for America. She wishes a prosperous voyage, and will always feel an inter- est in their happiness and welfare. 4°. 2 pages. DlSDIER. H., See Carrera, J. M. de. December 12, 1817. Dorr. Joseph, London. lt^06, October — . Negotiations between England and the United States. Jealousy of England of our commerce and carrying trade. 4^. 8 pages. Drayton. John, Charleston. S. C. 1821, August 27. Presents the President with two vol- umes of memoirs. 4°. 2 pages. Drummoxd. Sir Gordon, See Butler. A. April 5, 1815. Du Pasquier. Charles Henry, , March 1. Establishment of a manufactory of printed cloth ((oi(e«pei«(es). 4°. 9 pages. Du Ponceau. Peter S., Philadelphia. 181G, no date. Difficulty of translating a letter written in the Arabic language from the Dey of Algiers. [Copy.] 4°. 2 pages. 181fi, June 17. Acknowledging letter of 13th, with copy of correspondence of the Department of War th General Jackson. Thinks it should be pnb- Ne successes at New Orleans were organized in the Cabinet under great difficultie.'). 4°. 2 pages. 58 65 Du PoNCKAU. Peter S,, 1816, Julu 2. Ackuowledging letter of 27th ultimo. CorrcspondeDce between the War Department and General Jackson, and despatches from the Dey of Algiers in the Arabic language. Will en- deavor to have the latter translated. 4°. 2 pages. 1816, July 20. Acknowledges letter of this date. Mor- tified at not being able to procure a translation of the Dey's letter. Anecdotes of foreign sovereigns under similar difiSculties. Mnjor La Tour's work. Recommendations as to publication. 4°. :i pages. DuPONT DE Nemours. Pierre Samuel, Wilmington, Del. 1815, July 25. Requests the forwarding letter to his wife, and other parcels to care of the legation in France. Acknowledgments and thanks for send- ing him letter from the Duchess of Courlande. [In French.] 4°. 2 pages. 1815, December '^9. Tbauking Monroe for his kindness to himself and son. Grateful to the President for appointing his grandson [S. F. Dupont, afterwards rear-admiral U. S. N.] midshipman. Encloses copies of his work on national education. [In French.] 4°. 2 pages. 1816, March 21. Congratulations on the prospect of his being next President. Predicts a stormy and glorious term, and for two years a war with Eng- land ; a glorious victory and reunion of parties in the third year. [In French.] 4°. 1 page. 1817, February 5. Acknowledging letter of 2d. Con- gratulations on his election. What is uecf^sary to be done. National education, registry of mar- riages, births, deaths, aud burials. Manufactures. Organization of militia. Regrets he caunot attend the inauguration. [In French.] 4°. 3 pages. 1817, Fehruary 26. Reasons for opposing the reduc- tion of the Army. A coalition in Europe will exist against the United States, which Republic, being the last hope of the world, they will not fail to attack. [In French.] 4°. 3 pages. Eaton. John H., Nashville. 1819, June — . In behalf of citizens of Nashville. Complimentary address. Approval of his patriotic course. 4°. 3 pages. Washington. 1822, April 6. Encloses suggestions to be inserted in his message relating to nominations. 4°. 2 pages. Eaton. John H., 1824, May 5. Asks permission to call on Mr. Lowrie for a copy of Monroe's letter. 4°. 1 page. 1624, May 8. Has received from Mr. Lowrie a copy of Monroe's letter of 14th. Asks his permission to publish it. 4°. 1 page. Edwards. End., [_Place not stated.'\ 1796, no date. Mr. Adams in London. Gouverneur Morris knows everything, the secrets of every court, from Lisbon to Russia, what is going on and what is to happen. [Fragment.] 4°. 1 page I'aris. 1796, July 21. Conjectures as to source of information of some statement or publicatiou by Thomas Paine Recommendation in reference to it. 8°. 2 pages, London 1796, September 11. His departure for America. In- forms Monroe of a gentleman who arrived from America :it Paris, and of certain papers relating to him in the hands of the United States Govern- ment, which will unfold very improper designs of a party there with the French. 4". 3 pages. Frankford. 1798, April 20. Acknowledging letter of February 12th. Mr. Paine's refusal to agree not to write certain political articles in Paris. What he knows about the matter of toasting the President at a feast on the 4th of July, '96, at Paris. Testifies as to Mr. Monroe's loyalty and annoyance at any disrespectful remarks about the Executive at his house and table. Monroe's manner of showing his displeasure. [To which is added a short note to Mr. Dawson.] 4°. 3 pages. 1798, June 20. Mr. Monroe's publication. [View of the conduct of the Executive in foreign affairs of the United States w ith the French Republic] A good effect iu publishing certain facts. Advises him to make no reply to scurrilous attacks at pres- ent, and keep back proofs and evidence until they can be used to surprise and crush the aggressor. [Memorandum in Monroe's handwriting, at- tached.] 4-'. 3 pages. Edwards. Samuel M., Leesburg. 1829, April 2. A convention in Virginia to reform the State constitution. Public attention directed to 67 Edwakds. .Samuel M., Monroe as a delegate. Equalizing represontation. Extension of the franchise. Madison willing to serve. 4'-^. 2 pages. 1829, Jpril 14. Virginia convention to reform the State constitution. Asks authority to publish his letter relating thereto. 4°. 3 pages. and others, 1829, April 14. Eequest of members of the Virginia convention for Monroe's views in relation to the propositions of reform, in answers to the ques- tions communicated. 4°. 2 pages. Eppes. John W., Mill Brook, near Paine'a Tavern. I8li, August 1-2. Acknowledges a letter, no date. Pre- tentions of the British. Invasion will produce union. Abandon impressment and Eepnblicaus must go down. Exclusion from the lakes and fisheries and East India trade. Integrity of our territory. Venom of opposition leaders. Disso- lution of the Union sought by England. Ran- dolph up for Congress. 4°. 3 pages. 1815, no date. Returns papers. Regrets the plan of attack and defence was not adopted in toto. 4°. 1 page. JTashington. 1819, FeTyruary 10. General John G. Jackson. Signa- tures of members of Congress for recommending persons to office. 4°. 2 pages. Erskine. Thomas, {Baron) to his son. East Deerham, Norfolk, England. 1807, October 15. Disposal of certain stock. To ask Mr. Monroe's advice, and bo guided by his opin ions. Deplores the alienation of the two coun- tries. Denmark, with her capital, without prov- ocation, laid in ashes. British property respected. It is to be hoped that America, even at war, would not destroy her credit by injustice to individuals. [Signed la/e.] 4°. 4 pages. to MoxKOE. London. 1807, October 21. Hopes to live to see Monroe Presi- dent of the United Stales. A Tory government in America bad for Great Britain, and independent principles thi soul of the British and American constitutions. Expresses a warm friendship for Monroe. 4°. 2 pages. es Erving. George W., Boston. 1800, May 20. Acknowledging letter 4th. Is flattered by Monroe's fii\oiaIjle impressions of his efforts in the general canse. Admiration for Monroe's rec- titude and inflexibility when administering his public functions. Congratulates him on his elec- tion to the government of the most important State of the Union. The election of Jefferson to Presidency will be a guaranty of permaoency of democratic principles and prosperity of the coun- try. 4°. 4 pages. Norfolk, Va. XdfSO, December n . Fears and doubts about the elec- tion in Congress for President. Charges of treach- ery. Suggests that the electors of Virginia should ask Burr to relinquish his claim. 4°. 2 pages. Washington. 1801, January 25. Still uncertain how the election by the House will be decided. Thinks Jefferson will be elected, aud our Government conducted on principles absolutely necessary to the preserva- tion aud liberty. Wants an oflice in the diplo- matic department. 4°. 5 pages. 1801, February 9, 10, and 14. Acknowledging letter of the 3d instaut. His appointment to some office if Jefferson is elected. 10th. Thinks Jefferson will be elected, but has suspicions of treachery on the side of Burr. 14th. Result not yet known, but the Republicans are confident aud the Federalists de- serted, disappointed and trembling. 4°. 5 pages. 1801, February 17. Jefferson elected President. Re- lates the means by which it was done in the House. 4°. 1 page. Philadelphia. 1801, March 14. William Lee wishes the consulate at Bordeaux. Congratulations on success of their party. The President's message extolled. Views and reflections as to the political condition of the country. 4°. 7 pages. 1801, March 17. Acknowledging letter of 6th. De- sires that the President should confirm the ap- pointment of Mr. Lee by Mr. Adams. Should Mr. Barnet be removed, Mr. Lee would prefer Bor- deaux. Dr. Jarvis's letter from Bostcm, showing curious coincidence between opinions in Mr. Jef- ferson's speech. 4°. 3 pages. 69 Erving. George W., 1801, April 9. Acknowledgiug letter of 24th March. Mr. Monroe's friendly interest will serve him bet- ter in his views than a personal application to the President, who might not give hira credit for dis- interested patriotism. Refers to certain certifi- cates in vindication of Monroe while in Paris. Foul aspersions of the malignant and profligate faction. The people are essentially democratic, and are awakening to a sense of their past dan- gers. 4°. 4 pages. London. 1803, arai/23. Acknowledging letter of Uth. Informs him of the manner in wUich the signing of the French treaty was n-ade public in London before its consummation. War with England hastened its conclusion. fol. 6 pages. Ramsgate. 1804, September 23. Detention of the ship "Comet." Reported disturbances in Spain. Three Spanish ships sent to England yesterday for attempting to enter a blockaded port in France. 4°. 2 pages. London 1804, October 18. The impression in London is that war between England and Spain is imminent. 4°. 3 pages 1804, December 10. Ackuowledgiug letter of 16th No vember. Purviance's health very bad. Nothing new of interest from United States. Does not be- lieve in a war between United States and Spain Question in England whether Fox or the Gren villes will be received into the administration Mr. Pitt. The government of Ireland offered to Lord Moira. 4°. 4 pages, 1805, April 16. Acknowledging letters of 12th and 13th of March. Mr. Purviance's illness ; constant municatiou with him. Appointed minister to Spain. Cannot leave until July 15. Private busi ness. [Enclosing press copy.] fol. 10 pages. Madrid, 1806, February 5. His frequent interviews with the Prince of Peace, in which the propositions of Monroe are treated as the ultimatum, and as not open to modification. Policy of the United States is for peace. Endeavors to procure ratification. Thinks the Prince wishes conciliation, but fears 70 Erving. George W., to offend France. General Beurnonville's endeav- ors. English aggressions. General Armstrong reticent. French intrigues. 4°. b pages. 1806, May 23. Announces his arrival in Lisbon. News from United States. Yrujo left Washington after his insolent letter to Madison. Miranda's expedi- tion. Sullivan to be governor of Massachusetts. Randolph's dissatisfaction causes a schism in the administration which may enable the appoint- ment of Mr. King. Remarks about Randolph in cipher. Recommends Mr. Bankhead as consul to St. Andre. 4°. 4 pages. 1806, Jii/iK 18. Interview with Cevallos about Yrujo. His bitter reproaches. Vindicates our Govern- ment. Yrujo's offensive conduct. The Miranda affair. Our Government acquitted of counte- nancing it. General Armstrong's letter to Tal- leyrand. General Beurnonville left Madrid and Beauharnais appointed. 4°. .'i pages. 1806, August 11. Our affairs in Spain remain as they were. Negotiations through intervention of Talleyrand. King of Spain agrees to proposals to negotiate in Paris. Talleyrand reproaches Vandeul for exceeding his instructions, but on explanation assents. Talleyrand assures Prince Messarino that the Emperor is satisfied that the United States, though tardy, disavow connection with the Miranda expedition. 4°. 5 pages. 1807, January 24. Personal matters. In an interview with Cevallos he spoke in complimentary terms of Monroe, as did the Prince of Peace also. Nego- tiations remain without change. The relations between France and Spain are favorable to us. False ideas of disposition of our Government re- ceived from Yrujo. New honors conferred on the Prince of Peace, who is now all-powerful. 4°. 6 pages. 1808, April 8. Acknowledging letter of October 30. Complete change in the administration of interior and exterior affairs. Downfall of Godoy, the Prince of Peace. Resignation of the King. Ferdinand VII. possesses the affections of the people. Godoy to be tried for his crimes and maladministration. The Emperor expected in Spain soon. Ignorant as to the effect of the change upon our interests. "Private." 4°. 6 pages. 71 Ervi.ng George \V., Copenhagen. 1811, December 2a. French privateers. Good faith of the Danish Goverameut. President's message re- ceived. The French minister confesses a proper view of the subject has never before been laid be- fore the Emperor. Hopes Mr. Barlow may do good. "Private." 4". 3 pages. ParU. 1814, December i,\K The passports which he had de- manded, and the correspondence, with transla- tions, between him and the Duke of San Carlos, Anthony Morris, and their answers. Explana- tions Ijy the Spanish minister why the passports were not forthcoming. The slights oflfered to Spain by United States in not acknowledging min- ister sent, and her hostile attitude in Florida. fol. 18 pages. 1814, December 5. Acknowledging despatch of October 6, with iustructions. The new commission and credentials received, but the duplicate cipher not received. "Triplicate." fol. 1 page. 1815, January £1. Character of Mr. Hall, a'caudidate for consulate at London. Recommends Leonard Jarvis as consul at Havre. Mr. Forbes in charge at Copenhagen. Mr. Spire's reasons why a minis- ter should be appointed. Mr. Erving thinks Mr. Forbes suitable. "Private." 4°. r> pages. 1815, February 12. Enclosing voluminous correspond- ence between himself and Anthony Morri-. Eflfect of the news of peace with Great Britain. Re- newal of Mr. deOnis's commission. [Enclosures.] fol. 21 pages. 1815, February 28. Enclosing correspondence with Mr. Anthoi,y Morris and Mr. Brent. Special mission to Spain. The Spanish envoy to United States. [Enclosures.] fol. 7 pages. See Brknt. Thomas L. L. March 6, 1815. New York. 1815, October 11. His arrival from France. Owing to state of affairs in Spain and the turn French af- fairs have taken, desires to have an interview with the administration. Proposes to visit Wash- ington, fol. 2 pages. 1816, January 13. Appointment of Commodore Lewis to New Grenada. His pecuniary condition. Would like the consulate at Marseilles. Gallatin would 72 Erving. George W., reconsider his refusal of the mission to France. Chevalier de Onis. "Private and confidential." 4°, 3 pages. 1816, Feiruary 24. Mr. Gallatin's determination to ac- cept the appointment to France. His son's mar- riage to Aster's daughter. George Sullivan's wishes. Visit to ex-President Adams. His wish that his son should be next President. The t reat- ment of him by the administration. Mrs. Adams's failing health. Erving thinks sons of Presidents should not be Presidents. "Private and confi- dential." 4°. 4 pages. 1816, March 18. Impossible to know in whom to con- tide. Smith, Dallas, Armstrong, Tompkins, and Spencer. Mr. Sheldon a violent Federalist. Commodore Lewis says that Mr. Gallatin inter- preted between him and Joseph Bonaparte, and that he forced Aster's son-in-law and wife upon the "John Adams," fiigate, pretending business for the United States when it was for speculation for his father-in-law. "Qnite private and confi- dential." 4'^. 3 pages. 1816, March 23. Acknowledging It-tier of 20th. His anxiety relating to a confidential letter. Sus- picious of the New York post-office. General Scott in England. Anecdote of his knocking down a lord and kicking him for 8i)eaking dis- respectfully of the United States. 4°. 3 pages. Madrid. 1816, September 22. Conversations with Mr. Cevallos urging the early adjustment of differences. His indifference owing to fatigue and worry, being besieged by intrigues and cabiils. His opposition to the alliance with Portugal. Character of the King. Anecdote. Spanish affair.s. Duplicate; "private and confidential." 4°. 10 pages. 1816, October 11. Cevallos sends powers to Onis. A specimen of a Spanish minister of state. His total incapacity for business. Mr. Brent, sec- retary of legation. His merit and abilities. "Private and confidential." fol. 6 pages. 1816, Decemter 15. Guessing the policy of Si)ain. Our affairs occupy but little of their thoughts. What England would do for Spain. Is there a secret treaty? No fear of France. Intrigues of the Russian ambassador with Ferdinand VII. InUa- 73 EuviNT.. Gkoimie \V., tnce of Great Britain. Cevallos's fall. His suc- cessor I'izarro. Court aS'airs. " Private and eoii- iiileiitjal." fol. 8 pages. 181(j, Vecemhev '2fi. Encloses reply to Pizarro's last note. Don Martin de Garay appointed Ministtr of Hacienda. Erving's note to PizaiTo respecting au encounter lietween nn American and two Span- ish ships. [Duplicate.] fol. 3 pages. 1817, March-i. Att'airol'tlic " Firebrand." Spain fears w;i,r. I'ariil,' |H.li,v cif tlio I'liiicd States. The siiir ^111,1 u,n, n|- S|,;mi. ■r..|r,l,,\ arrival. His re- (■(■[it Inn III \\ ,iv|iiii'^i..ii. Will" in\ rnt" important conn iciitiniis ri'iMtivi- lo niir protection of the insurgents. '•Private" 4°. 3 pages. Philadelphia. 1S23, April 1><. Acknowledging letter of 14th. Mr. Giillniin to Icivc France. Sheldon's qualities (Iis|.l,i\c.l. Ilir limes perilous in France. Mr. Ervin-',-di|il a lie (|nalilieatious displayed. Has l)0\verl'ul fnemi.s in the Senate. 4", 5 pages. to W. H. Crawford, Paris. Id-iZ, Sepiemher 2.''>. The .stat.' of France and its affairs with Spain. Present c.,ii,liiio,, , if Spain, political 4^. 22 pages. to MOXlidE. 1S24, April l.'i. AcluKiwledces letter of February 10. Kespectiug tlie niessaiie, liis cn\n views, and tho.se nf tlie principal papers i.f Enrcjie. La Fayette excluiled from the L'lianiher of Deputies. Invita- tion of Congress. Hopes La Fayette will not ac- cejit it. Receiving ie'.r.s will be construed as in- ordinate vanity. Expenses of tlie coniplimeiits. La Fayette not rich. "Private." i-. 7 pages. EUSTIS. W., Boston. 1813, February 9. The Hnssian consul in Boston. His actions inimical to this Government. Recruiting service going on well. His views as to the proper conduct of military affairs. 4°, 2 pages. 74 EUSTIS. W., 1815, March 19. His aud Mr. Everett's mission to tb( Hague. Complimentary remarks ou Everett Congratulations on the peace. Mr. Monroe's ar diious and honorable part in it. 4°. 1 page Brussels. 1816, November 7. The treaty with the Netherlands. No discrimination made between foreign vessels aud ours; but a dilference in tonnage dues. Pre sents the President's letter to the King on the oc casion of the marriage of the Prince of Orange. 4°. 1 page, 1816, December 26. Acknowledging letter of •24th Sep- tember. Public distress in the Netherlands. Beg- gars haggard and miserable. The same in England, Bonaparte's continental system continued. Home manufactures. Dinners, ffites and balls. Mortality among the great. Dukes of Kent and Wellington Court hauteur out of fashion. Restitution to United States merchants. Respect for .Madison His successor. Hopes for a long peace. ThePresi dency not a bed of roses. " Private." 4°. 2 pages. to Madison, 1816, December 26. Netherlands Government declines to make restitui ion to our merchants. Mr. Pinkney more successful at Naples. Presumes the mission to Algiers has been Buccessfnl. Mr. Coles at Am- sterdam. Great distress among the poor; failure of crops. Congratulations on the prosperous state of our country. Federalism eradicated. Madi.sou's approaching retirement. 4°. 2 pages. to MoNKOE. The Hague. 1817, September 3. Congratulates Monroe on his recep- tion in New England. Negotiations with Holland. Interview of commissioners with the Dutch minis- ter. Favorable prospect of an adjustment respect- ing the commerce of the Tin i ted States with Batavia aud the West Indies. fol. 3 pages. Boston. ISIS, AuguafZO. Arrival in New York. People in New England prosperous and contented. The spirit of party tranquillizeil by Monroe's visit. Political details. Spain and England, and allied powers. Intention to go to Washington to give his full views of the subject of his mission. 4°. 3 pages. 75 EUsTlS. W , 1S19, October 23. Public opiuioii. War with Spain in case of non-ratification of the treaty. The mer- chants would sacrifice their claims rather than have a war. "Private." 4°. 2 pages. RoxbuTy, Mass. 1821, April 21. Qualifications of his nephew, Colonel Eustis, to command a regiment of artillery. 4°. 1 page. Fenwick. Joseph, Bordeaux. 1795, January 11. ConRratulations on the decree of the convention, which ratified our treaty with France. Asks information about Mr. Jay's treaty. 4°. I page. 1797, September 15. Affairs in France and Europe. The Directory. Friendly feeling towards Ameri- ca. Seizures of American vessels by French priva- teers. The crops good, except the vintage. 4°. 6 pages. I'hiladeJphia. ISOO, October 22. Justarrived from France. Prospects of peace. Hopes for an amicable arrangement with Auierican envoys. Franco tranquil. Bon.aparte popular and respected. The armies. 4°. 5 pages. Georgetown. 1800, Xovember H. Report of a convention signed at Paris between United States and France. Estab- lishment of a congress for a continental peace, and further extension of the truce between France and Austria; ceding the fortresses of Ulm, In- golstadt, and Pbilipsburg. 4°. 2 pages. 1800, November 22. Acknowledging letter of 6th in- staut. Regrets the loss of Mr. Monroe's child. No official accounts of arrangements with France. Public mind occupied with the ensuing election for President. Uncertain, but Republicans in high spirits. 4°. 2 pages. Philadelphia. leOO. December 10. Acknowledging letter of 20th ultimo. Negotiation of Mr. Ellsworth. Conven- tion with France. Has seen Mr. Jefferson. Wishes a letter to Aaron Burr. Great anxiety to know the votes in Congress of different States on the Presidential election. 4°. 3 pages. 76 Fenwick. Joseph, Bordeaux. 1811, July 12. CoDgratulatiug him as Secretary of State. Offers his services in any way that can be useful to his country. The United States are he- giuning to be better known abroad. Their firm attitude and resolution to maintaiu their dignity and rights will command justice and respect from European governments. The friendly temper and measures of the Emperor. 4°. 2 pages. FoLCHB. Vicente, to Governor Claiborne, Pensacola. 1804, May 1. Denies .that the port of Mobile and West Florida were included as possessions of the United States. The imposition of duties consid- ered an act of usurpation. His views regarding the boundaries. Will resist by force, if necessary, any acts of authority which the United States should pretend to exercise. [Translation ; also press copy. ] 4°. 4 pages. 4°. 8 pages. Forbes. J. M., Hamburg. \.80b, Augusf27. Acknowledges letter of 7th. Welcomes him back to London. Unable to sell Monroe's lands on account of impositions i>racticed some years ago, and speculation having lost all credit. Never received his power of attorney. 4°. 2 jiages. 1806, Jul;/ 24. The blockade at the mouth of the Elbe. Interferes with neutral trade. General Lyman requested to ask the Minister of Foreign Affairs for interpretation of intentions of the Govern- ment. Exportation of warlike or naval stores. American vessels detained. 4°. 3 pages. FoRSYxn. John, Washington. 1821, March 20. Requesting that Mr. O. Rich, now consul at Valencia, in Spain, should be appointed secretary of legation at Madrid. fol. 1 page. Foster. Aug. J., WasUngion. 1811, July :$. Affair of the "Little Belt" and Commo- dore Rodgers. Contradictory statements of the English and American commanders. Demands a formal statement denying the authorizing of the attack. [Copy.] fol. 5 pages. 1811, July 24. Acknowledging letter of 16th instant. Commodore Rodgers and the affair of the "Little Belt." Denial was made, as he expected, of au- thorization of the attack, but pained to find allu- 77 Foster. Aug. J., sions to other topics. The tenor cannot be inter- preted but as hostile. Impressment. Right of search. No answer as to an enquiry into conduct of Captain Rogers. Inference that tiis conduct was approved of. The " Chesapeake." [Copy.] fol. 6 pages. Foster. £puraim H., and others, Kaahville. 1819, June 7. Committee in behalf of the citizens of Nashville; invitation to dinner. 4°. 1 page. Freedlet. John, to Jonathan Roberts. Norriatoion, Pa. 18*21, Janiiani 3. Petition to exercise his good ofiSces in procuring a pardon from the President for James Coates, of Norristown, Penn. fol. 2 pages. "French gentleman." 1803 {no date). The importance of a communication between the Atlantic and Pacific oceans through the Isthmus of Darien. 4°. 3 pages Fromextin. Eligius, See Adams. John Qcincy, Hay 18 and June 27, 1821, Gallatin. Albert, Waahingtim 1801, July IG. Private business. Land warrants in Virginia. Asks Monroe's aid in correcting errors Congratulations upon the accession of Republicans to power. Thinks there is a growing change tend- ing to the overthrow of the Federal party. 4°. 3 pages. 1813, no date. Project for means of carrying on the war. Number of men required for defence and attack, and amount of money required. Details of method. [Memorandum.] fol. 9 pages. 1813, no date. Object of Harrison's intended expedi- tion. Measures taken. Instructions. [Memo- randum; Gallatin's handwriting, bnt not signed.] 4°. 2 pages. 1813, no date. General Armstrong's letter. Criticises his plans and actions. Raising volunteers. The recruiting service illegal. Military rank to com- missaries of purchases ridiculous. They are com- mission merchants, and to be considered and treated as such. General stall'. fol. 3 pages. 1813, no date. Bill to be presented to Congress for em- ployment of foreign seamen. [Mutilated. J fol. 2 pages. Gallatin. Albert, 1813, January 4. DifflciiltioH iu raising suius sufBcient lor expenses of the military establishment. Esti- mates. Views and suggestions as to course to be pursued. '"Private." 4°. 6 pages. Philadelphia. 1813, April 29. To correct error in Admiral Warren's passport. 4°. 3 pages. 1813, May 1. Departure of the "Neptune" after the delay caused by the error in Admiral Warren's passport. 4°. 2 pages. 1813, May 2. Funds sent to Mr. Adams. Insurance on same. Outfit for himself and Mr. Bayard. 4°. 2 pages 1813, May 2. Proposed occupation of Mobile. Sug- gests delay, so as not to impede negotiatious with Gieat Britain and Russia. Wishes official iufor mation of evacuation of East Florida. lustruc tions to Mr. Bayard and himself. Impressment, Mr. Daschkoflf's offers of mediation. 4"^. 3 pages Wilmington 1813, May 6. Has received despatches, instructions, and letters. Ship ready to sail. Article in treaty relative to impressment. Differs in opinion re gardiug Florida. The impolitic occupancy of Mobile. 4°. 3 pages. Sae Adams. John Quincy, July 18, 22, 30, and August 3, 1813. See Baring. Alexander. July 2-i, 1813. to Baring. Alexander, ,S(. Petersburg. 1813, Aamtst 15,27. Acknowledging Ietterof22d July. Proffered mediation of Russia between Great Brit- ain and the United States, and refusal of Great Britain to accept it. [Copy.] 4°. 5 pages. to Monroe. 1813, >iui/MS«2H, with a postcript dated October 15, 1813. Mr. Baring's letter on the views and dispositions of Great Britain regarding the proffered mediation of Russia. Triplicate; "private." 4". 3 pages. Gallatin. Albert, John Q. Adams, J. A. Bay- ard, jointly. 1813, August 17, 29. Presentation to Count Rouianzoff, with letters of credence. The absence of the Em- peror regretted. Great Britain refuses the media 79 Uallatin. Albert, John Q. Adams, J. A. Bay- ard, joiutly. tion because of certain pretentions of the United States Gnvernment. Employment of foreign sea- men. Propositions for a commercial treaty be- tween Russia anil the United States. Renewal of propositions of the mediation sent to England. Thinks the delay will necessitate their remaining all winter in St. Petersburg. fol. 6 pages. 1913, October -p^. Receipt and delivery of letters of credence. Delay of answer from the British Gov- ernment relative to the offered mediation. In case England refuses, Gallatin and Bayard will return to United States when the navigation will permit. Orders ship "Neptune" to Gothenburg. fol. 2 pages. Gallatin. Albert, Ghent. 1814, October 26. By continuing at Ghent the commis- sioners increase'the chancesof peace. Hasassented to the Indian article to carry public opinion in the East. Instructions wanted on some points ; boun- daries, Louisiana, Oregon, Maine. Tne disputed eastern boundary. Commissioners to settle it. In- terests of Massachusetts. Impressment of Ameri- can seamen. Object of British in invading Louis- iana. Our object in conquering Canada. Europe will not lend money. Recommends indirect in- ternal taxes. Not to borrow at over 8 per cent. Various financial expedients. Stares to raise troops to be reimbursed by the United States. Dreads the issue of too much paper. A local force trained and kept in forts by turns. A land lottery. It may be too late for a bank. British hated every- where. America popular at Ghent. Capture of Washington. fol. 5 pages. .Veto York. 1815, Kovember 23. Declining the appointment of minister to France. 4°. 1 page. 1815, November 25. Commercial convention with Great Britain. Reciprocal abolition of discriminating duties. The India trade. 4-^. 6 pages. 1815, November 30. Condenses statement of the causes of the late war for the Emperor of Russia, though his efficient interference was not expected. Im- pressment of our seamen. Right to migrate de- tached from the question. British practice as to migration and naturalization of foreigners. Em- Gallatin. Albert, ployment of British seamen in time of ptace. [Enclosure, note to Emperor of Russia, in French.] 4°. 6 pages. 1815, December '2(i. Acknowledging letters of 4th and 16th. Attached to a public life and habits formed. Alive to the interests of the United States. Un- easy at the continued violation of the public faith by non-payment of specie at the banks. His per- sonal circumstances and income. Will reconsider his refusal. Present salaries of ministers settled in 1790; living more expeni/ive now; the law needs revising. fol. 2 pages. 1816, June 1. Will sail in the " Peacock" next Wed- nesday. All the documents and instructions re- ceived excepting those relating to indemnities. 4°. 1 page. Paris. 1817, JiiJi/ 18. Commission for the Netherlands. Living very expensive in Paris. We will bo a manufact- uring nation soon enough. The carrying trade. Party spirit giving way to patriotism. Spain at variance with us. South America, Cuba and Mexico. Spanish Creoles incline to Spain. Fears that another irruption of the French volcano will unite the continental powers. Memorandum re- specting his mission to France. 4°. 6 pages. to John Quincy Adams, 1818, November 7. The Congress at Aix-la-Chapelle. Spain will not claim the mediation of the allied powers with her colonies. [Copy.] 4°. 3 pages. to Monroe. 1819, Sepiember 15. Introducing the son of Mr. Labou- chfere of the house of Hope. 4°. 1 page. 1822, February 4. Wishes the President to appoint a new minister to France in his place, but is willing to stay for the present. Slave trade. The British West Indies. Price of provisions in France, Eng- land, and Portugal. 4°. 4 pages. 1822 February 4. Duplicate. Wishes to continue longer in Paris. 4°. 3 pages. 1822, November 13. Acknowledges letters of 9th and 15th July. Proposal of Great Britain. Slave trade. Wishes to leave France for a few months. 4^. 3 pages. 6 8 81 Gallatin. Albert, 1823, March 1. Desires to be released froin the duties of tlio French embassy. Heartily sick of affairs in Europe. Dislikes the new French ministry. 4°. 4 pages. 1823, Ootober 26. Acknowledges letter of 15th. The situation of his private affairs will prevent his immediate return to France. The President should reprove the principle of the Spanish war. 4°. 2 pages. London. 1827, June 5. Vacant chair in the University of Vir- ginia. Cannot decide. Will pursue his inquiries. [Copy; unsigned.] 4°. 3 pages. Garnett. Robert S., TFaahington. 1822, March 29. Acknowledges a letter of same date. Declines to change his vote. The paiu he felt in voting against his convictions on the admittance of Missouri. His constituents favorable to South American independence. Returns Mr. Monroe's letter. Garrett. Alexander, Albemarle Co., Va. 1823, Januari/ 30. Certificate as to vaUiation of land belonging to Mr. Monroe. 4°. 1 page. Geddes. John, Charleston, S. C. 1819, April 24. Arrangements for Monroe's reception at Charleston. 4*^. 1 page. Genet. Edmond C, Jamaica, L.I. 1800, July 12. Asking for a piece of Sfevres porcelain, which his sister, Madame Campan, had sent with Monroe's baggage when he came from France. Congratulates Monroe on his election to the gov- ernment of Virginia. Has been recalled by the French Republic in the most honorable and con- soling manner. [In French.] 4°. 2 pages. 1800, August 10. Acknowledging letter of 30th July. Declares his admiration for Monroe's talents, re- spect for his candor, esteem for his patriotism, and contempt for those who abandoned a faithful agent. Declares he will never abandon the cause of liberty, no matter how cruelly and unjustly he has been treated. A note in English, respecting attacks of Mr. Giles and others in Congress. He scorns to complain. [In French, the note in Eng- lish.] 4°. 10 pages. Genet. Edmond C, 1803, January 29. Wlsbes him to forward the set of china he brought from France to New York. Hears with pleasure Monroe's appointment to France, and wishes him well. 4°. 2 pages. Gerry. Elbridge, Philadelphia. 1787, June 11. Acknowledging letter of 2d. F.amily matters and business. Recommends his trieuds who have law business in Virginia to Monroe. Prosrress of the convention about Articles oi Con- federation. *°- Sp'tges. Uew York. 1790, June 25. Acknowledging letter of 6th March. Demand against Colonel Randolph's estate. Family matters. Cabals, intrigues, and combi- nations in consequence of the divisions regarding the permanent and temporary residence ot Con- cress. Funding system and the public credit. *> fol. 2 pages. Cambridge, Mass. 1795, Novemher 2. Requests Monroe to purchase and send him an article for cure of Mrs. Gerry s eyes. Retirement to private life. 4°. 2 pages. 1797, April 4. Inviting him to visit him in Massachu- setts. Monroe's recall enigmatical. Mr. Aclet supposes it is a plan to fill all foreign ofBces with men disaffected to French Government. The late President has confided too much in intriguers Thinks Mr. Adams is not in the secret, it is saitt the cause of recall was Monroe's speculations. Wishes him to give particulars of his purchase of a house. 4°. :! pages. 1812, Auqusl 24. Recommends Benjamin Romans for office Coalition between the Clinton party and Federalists to overthrow the administration. 4°. 2 pages. 1814, July n. Acknowledging letter of 25th June The late events in Europe. England vindictive towards us. We have the means of combating, defeating and humbling her insolence and arro- gance. Nodoubt of our success. 4". y Congress. Specu lations as to who will be elected. Colonel Lee offended at being left out of the delegation. Dis- turbances in Massachusetts. Insurrections in that State. A commercial treaty between Spain and Great Britain. 4°. 4 pages. 1787, April 30. Acknowledging letters, no date. Mr. Jay reports to Congress that he and Gardoqui have adjusted an article relative to navigation of a certain river. Mr. Rendon sent to Spain to conclude a treaty. The insurgents in Massachu- setts. Treaty with Morocco. Death of Count de Vergennes. Alliance between Prussia and the Em- peror. Vermont and Great Britain. 4'^. 4 pages. 1787, May 29. Acknowledges receipt of a letter. Con- vention called by Congress relative to the confed- eration of States. Delegates from the eastward in favor of a strong government, but the people are not with them. Views of different States rel- ative to it. General Washington's views. Family matters. 4°. 7 pages. 1787, August 8. Ordinance passed by Congress for the government of the Western country. Clause re- specting slavery agreed to by South. Terms by the Ohio Company for five or six million acres of land. They mean to settle this country. No doubt of their success. Suggestion of advantage Grayson. William, in purchasing contiguous lands. Mr. Adams re- quests his recall from Great Britain. Mr. Jay. 4°. 9 pages. 1787, October 22. Acknowledges receipt of a letter. Contracts made between Congress and eorapauies for Western lands. Great emigration to them ex- pected. Westeru country a valuable fund for ex- tinguishment of the domestic debt. Governor St. Clair, of Western Territory, authorized to make a treaty with Indians. The new Coustitu- tion. Affairs of Holland iu bad train. 4°. 4 pages. Gr£goire. Henri, (Bishop) 1798, April 27. Speaks of ha viug written Mouroe sev- eral times and of sending him pamphlets. Mr. Williams's book of travels in Switzerland. Revo- lution there. Fellenberg and Mayer true friends of liberty. Expressions of esteem. [French.] 8^. 2 pages. Grubb. James, London. 1800, Juhj 14. Complains of the tardy British justice, respecting depredations on commerce of which he is a victim. Wonderful changril 28. Changes in the dynasty of France. Wishes to be sent out as secretary of legation. 4°. 3 pages. Philadelphia. 1816, March 21. Conversation with the Chevalier de Onis on the liberation of prisoners charged with being revolutionists in the Spanish colonies of South America. 4°. 4 pages. Boston. 1816, April 13. A week in Boston. Politeness of Mr. Otis. The Hartford convention. The Federalists. Meeting with Josiah Quiucy at Sullivan's. Dexter abused by this set. Interview with Morillo. Count Clausel liad sketched his character. 4". On ship "Macedonian." 1816, July 6. American prisoners in South America. Abjeotness of the South Americans. Santa Mar- tha, Carthagenas, Morillo, Bolivar. Spain suc- cessful. 4°. 5 pages. HiGHES. Christopher, Jr. Stockholm. 1818 .August 20. Political matters in Sweden. Kins Charles XIV. (Bernadotte). His subjects and character. Prince royal of Sweden. The King stands sponsor for Mr. Hughes' son. The King's present not accepted. 4°. 8 pages. 1820, February 28. Peculiar condition of Sweden. A numerous, worthless and poor nobility. Bernadotte and his son. The instability of Lis dynasty. Suit- able alliances fail. The Queen of Sweden at Paris. Her character. Outrde, hardy, troublesome, and selfish. Alexander diffusing useful knowledge through Russia. Anticipates the three great days in France. Louis d'Orl^ans stands well with the French nation. The French ministry of 1820. De Gazes. Assassination of the Due de Berry. Bernadotte terrified. CountRumigny. B. Constant denounced. The influence of the assassination to abridge popular liberty of the human race. 4°. 8 pages, Hughes. Christopher, On ship "St Louis." 1825, October 6. About leaving for the United States on leave of abseuce. In view of his long servicer abroad he asks for promotion. The general peace of Europe. Nothiug to disturb it. Expressions of respect and esteem. "Private." 4°. 8pages. Humphreys. David, Paris. 17'J5, September 4. Asks whether it is necessary to procure another passport. His object is to be able to procure post horses for Havre, so as to prevent delay. 4°. 2 pages. Havre. 1795, October 4. Treaty of peace made with the Dey of Algiers. Mr. Barlow to go to Alicant with the presents purchased for Barbary negotiations. 4°. 3 pages. 17^, October 6. Acknowledges letter of 1st. Mr. Barlow proceeding to Alicant with the presents. 4°. 4 pages. 1795, October 7. Negotiations in Tunis and Tripoli. Mr. Barlow's discretion. Thinks there should be a consul or agent at each Barbary state. 4°. 3 pages. Lisbnn. I79tj, January 23. Complications in the Barbary negu- tiations. Mr. Donaldson's reasons for deviating from instructions. 4°. 2 pages. Humphreys. David, 1796, March 9. Delay in satisfying pecuniary arrauge- ments with the Dey of Algiers may cause a re- newal of hostilities. Suggests that citizens of United States and others be notified of danger of proceeding np the Mediterranean. 4°. 1 page. Boston. 1813, March 2. Supplies of raw material for manu- facture of breadstuifs for increasing population of Eugland. Peace with England. Views and opin- ions as to the kind of treaty to be made. 4<^. 4 pages. INGERSOLL. C.J., Philadelphia. 1814, May 7. Swedish vessel turned off from her destination by Admiral Cochrane blockading all the American ports. Complaints by the Swedish minister of incivilities on part of United States collector.s. His servants ridiculed. Inattention to his requests. fol. 3 pages. 1814, June 8. Want of confidence in the Executive. Spirit and capacity questioned. Apathy of the people. Disaffection in the country. Our naval commanders. Expected battle on Lake Ontario Suggests sending our men to the lakes and settle the point there. Want of funds, the fifteen mill ions. A national bank. Additional taxes. fol. 4 pages. 1814, June 30. Acknowledging letter of 25th. Chev alier de Onis minister from Spain. Advising his recognition as such. The diflicuUies with Spa' Spanish colonies. fol. :{ pag 1818, April 22. Congratulations on the comparative unanimity of the first Congress under his admin- istration. Recognition of one of the South Amer- ican states. State of affairs in the United States. 4°. 3 pj Blockley. 1818, July 19. Florida affairs. A justification of the Jackson expedition. Execution of two English men. Will England seize Cuba? 4°. 4 pages Philadelphia. 1818, November 22. Acknowledges the receipt of his message. Compliments him, but misses the sub- ject of the National Bank. A book on diplomacy by him, published. Nicholas Biddle defeated for Congress. Predicts a tranquil session. 4°. 3 pages. 100 iNGERSOLL. C. J., iei9, October 2. Encloses a letter from Cadiz. 4°. 1 page. 1819, Dccetnber 7 . A duel between Mr. John Harris, late consul at St. Petersburg, and Mr. Lewis, a merchuut. Requests that Harris be reinstated public opinion by being permitted an insertion in the National Intelligencer. 4°. 3 pages. 1821, December 10. The President's message. Improved condition of the country. State of affairs in France. M. de Neuville complains of the difficul- ties under which he negotiates. The course of Governor Jackson in Florida. Pennsylvania poli- tics. [Not signed.] 4"^. 2 pages. 1822, June 4. Monroe's letter on internal improve- ments. Monroe's recognition of South American independence welcome in England. 4°. 3 pages. 1824, August 14. Asks Mr. Monroe to return Mr. Rush's letter. Congratulates Monroe on the Russian treaty. Advocates similar cordiality with France, to offset the formidable maritime ascendency of Great Britain. 4°. 2 pages. 1829, April 14. Asks him to return his letter and en- closures concerning Richard Rush. 8°. 1 page. Ingham. S. D., to Jonathan Roberts. Doylestoitm. 1819, January 18. Solicits the position of marshal of the eastern district of Pennsylvania. 4°. 1 page. Washington. 1828, March 1. Acknowledging letter of 8th ultimo. Monroe's and Madison's names on the electoral ticket. Recommends the publication of Monroe's letter. 4°. 2 pages. Ii!ViNG. William, New Tork. 1819, Augui- . 16 pages. Augusta, Ga. 1821, October 29. Copy of an anonymous letter written to the General abusing the President. ICopy en- dorsed over Jackson's signature.] 4'^. 4 pages. 103 Jackson. Andrew, Hermitage 1821, November 13. His resignation as Governor of Florida. Sends copies of correspondence between Jud^e Fromentln and himself, completely estab- lishing the fact that Fromentin had stated false- hoods. 4°. 2 pages. 1821, November 14. Acknowledging letter of 14th Sep- tember. Reasons for tendering his resignation at Governor of Florida. Judge 5>omentin and the papers taken by the Spanish governor in Pensar cola. 4°. 2 pages 1822, January 29. Acknowledging letter of 31st De- cember. The acceptance of his resignation as Governor of Florida. His difficulties with Judge Fromentin. Allegations that he resigned through fear of impeachment. Wished Inquiry before ac- ceptance of resignation. Too late for" that. 4°. 4 pages. 1822, March 19. A remonstrance. Wonders at the President's mention of the Florida dispute in his message. The documents. Fromentin's slanders. His motives. The anonymous letter. Has no suspicion of Calhoun or Adams. Bears testimony to their worth. Expresses a friendship for the President, but seeks an explanation. 4°. 6 pages. Washington. 1824, January 16. Requests a copy of his letter of 1817, giving his opinion of certain characters therein named. 4°. 1 page. 1824, February 27. Letter in the possession of Mr. Lowrie. Will send it to him. 4°. 1 page. 1824, February 28. Will receive through Major Eaton the two original letters, and sends by him copy of the President's letter of December 14, 1816. His health will not allow him to visit the President aa he promised. 4°. 1 page. 1824, March 16. Returns, as requested, the sketch sent him for their interview for to-day. 4°. 1 page. 1824, Jpril 9. Publication of a letter from Mr. Lowrie, of the Senate, on the subject of a letter of General Jackson's. Requests to be furnished with a copy of the first, as he intimates another had been sub- stituted in the publication. 4°. 7 pages. 104 Jackson. Andrew, 1824, A})ril 10. Acknowledges note of same date. The general will take no steps until Mr. Lowrie gives to the world his proofs. Will then pursue a course both honorable to himself and Monroe. Until then will maintain a dignified silence. 4°. 1 page. 1824, May 20. Enclosing a letter from a friend desir- ing office. 4°. 1 page. Jackson. Henry, Paris. 1816, April 14. Scene of indecorum and confusion in the Chamber of Deputies. France will rid herself of her burdens and the Bourbons. A liberal gov- ernment will yet pri'vail. No cession of Florida to England. English and Americans unpopular in Spain. "Private." 4°. (5 pages. Jaucourt. Comte de, to Mr. Crawford. Paris. 1815, March 7. Landing of Napoleon at Cannes. Measures taken for defence. Convocation of the two chambers. 4°. 4 pages. 1815, March S. Informs him of the order for the squad- ron to prevent all vessels from entering or leaving French ports without examination, and no indi- viduals without passports. 4°. 3 pages. 1815, Marchl7. The firing upon the "Am6d6e" by the American vessel the " Yankee," and the statement of the captain of the former vessel. 4°. 6 pages. 1815, March 19. Orderof the King stating the circnm- Btances which necessitated his withdrawing from the capital. The diplomatic corps invite I to Lille. [Copies, in French.] 4°. 1 page. Jay. John, London. 1794, August 28. Arrest in 1792 of a young lady named Miss Bainstow ; confinmeut in a convent, and re- moval from thence to Madame Delseux's house, where she is still confined, in the manner pre- scribed by the decree. Asks Mr. Monroe's good offices to effect her release and permission to re- turn home. [Copy.] 4°. 1 page. 1794, November 24. Treaty between United States and Great Britain signed on 19th instant. 4°. 1 page. 1794, November 2.5. Treaty with Great Britain signed 19th instant. As it is not yet ratified, it would be improper to publish it. It contains nothing that can be construed to operate contrary to our treaties with other nations. 4°. 1 page. 105 Jay. John, 1794, November 28. Introducing Mr. Pleasants, of Philadelphia. Proposes a cipher to be used in correspondence relative to treaty with Great Britain. 4°. 1 page. Jeftkrson. J. G., Anwlia,Ya. 1794, March 22. Madison's resolutions have rendered him popular In Virginia. The people would be easily reconciled to a war because of onr sympathy with the French. The choice of E. Randolph as Secretary of State, very unpopular. 4°. 2 pages. Jefferson. Thomas, Philadelphia. Vm,May2l. Acknowledging letter of 14th. Colonel Humphrey's appointment. On arrival of his com- mission and instructions, will set out for Boston. Instructions for treaty with France. Attack on Mr. Marbois. The Western posts. Opinions as to the important Western military posts. Private business matters. Hopkinson wishes ofiBce of Director of the Mint. Recommends him. 4°. 3 pages. Part*. 1784, November 11. Acknowledging letter of August 9th. Arrival in Paris. Passage from Boston to Portsmouth in nineteen days. No key to the cipher. War imminent. The Emperor may encourage negotiations. In consequence of war Europe may treat us liberally. Feeling of hostility. New Orleans a free port. Franklin wounded at his g'^ndson's being superseded. Recommends the agency of Dumas for communication of news. Havre the port of Paris. Manufactures of France as good and cheaper than English. Visionary scheme of Mr. Per6e for settlement of 500 emi- grants in Ohio. Sums given by Europe to Barbary states for peace. We cannot afford to pay much ; should go to war first. His salary and outfit, and matters relative to it. Asks aid in Congress for increased allowance. 4°. 8 pages. 1784, December 10. Acknowledging letter of 20th July, which enclosed the cipher. The establishment of a post in Virginia. Import of the words in the treaty "rights of the most favored nation." Re- marks in cipher. Wishes Monroe to come over to Paris during vacation. Probabilities of war in Europe. Whimsical and eccentric character of the Emperor of Austria. The treaty. Complains of post-ofBce at New York. 4°. 4 pages. 106 Jefferson. Thomas, 1785, January 14. Acknowledging letter of November 1. Impossibility of deciphering the cipher. The Powers torpid. Same appearance of war, yet general opinion is that it will not be. English softening towards us. English papers prohibited in France on account of slanders and falsehoods touching a high character in France. Crossing in a balloon from Dover by Blanchard and Jeflries. 4°. 2 pages. I78b, March 18. European affairs. Remarks in cipher. Passage of the Newfoundland bill in the House of Commons, and appointment of a consul to Amer- ica. Our business not yet settled with England. Our commerce. La Fayette arrived. Young Mr. J. Q. Adams very promising. 4°. 3 pages. 1785, no date. Explanation and correction of cipher. The status in Great Britain, in cipher. Morocco and Algiers. A naval force is necessary for ns unless we permit the smallest powers in Europe to dictate to us. Letters opened at post-offices all over Europe. Great delay in getting letters through England. The suppression of piracy. 4°. 4 pages. 1785, April 15. Conjectures as to peace or war. The Emperor of Austria. Voltaire's legacy to King of Prussia. Complaints at not getting letters from Monroe or his friends. Table of values of gold and silver in different countries. His health re- established. [First half of this letter mostly in cipher.] 4°. 3 pages. 1785, May 11. Introducing J. Q. Adams. Speaks in high terms of him. Mr. Doradour, who goes to Virginia, is recommended to his kind attentions. Matters in Europe subsiding. Emperor of Austria's movements. No change in England. The meas- ures in Congress will make them more favorable to us. The Morocco affairs. Perplexed what to do about them. Appointment as successor to Franklin received. 4°. 3 pages. 1785, December 11. Acknowledging letters of 15th and 25th August. Treaties of Austria with Holland and Holland with France, signed. This is fatal to England in case of war with France. English court made offers to prevent this, say 10,000,000 florins, to give them Negapatam, and relax navi- gation act in favor of Dutch. Americans viewed in Europe only as objects of commerce. 4°. 2 pages. 107 Jeitekson. Thomas, I'hiladelpkia. 1792, October 17. Encliisiues of press copies of letters written to Ed. Carringtoii, John Brown Cutting, :iuB. Jefferson. Thomas, 1798, April 19. Commiiuications of our envoys con- tinue strong and prejudicial, and enable mercbants to get a war petition extensively signed. Proba- bly France, instead of declaring war, will worry us with decrees. A proposition to make neutral armed ships good prizes. Bankruptcy a terrible foundation upon which to begin a war against the conquerors of the world. Monroe's presence de- sirable in settling his accounts. 4°. 1 page. 1798, May 21. Acknowledges letters of April 8, 14, and May 4 and 14. Regulars in Army reduced to 10,000. Land tax to raise |-2, 000,000! Should be twice that sum. Severity of tax determined a ship-load of French to go off. Articles and ad- dresses from Lancaster injurious to Monroe. Ad- vises him to take up public life again. Suggests that Cabell should give way to Monroe in House of Eepresenttives, when he could defend himself more effectually, and regain the confidence of the public. 4°. 2 pages- 1799, January 3. Land purchases. General Knox is "broke" for 400,000, and has resigned his military commission. He has "broke" General Lincoln and his friend, Colonel Jackson. Logan chosen Representative from Philadelphia. Lyon rechosen in Vermont. Republican sentiment gaining ground in Virginia and Massachusetts. 4'='. 1 page. 1799, January 23. Statistical table showing income and expenses of the Government. General reflec- tions. 4°. 2 pages. 1799, February 11. Acknowledging letter of 26th Jan- uary. Senate bill for retaliating against French citizens who may kill any of our sailors on Brit- ish ships, founded on a French arrit which has been suspended. Bills to increase the Army and Navy and armament. Knox to be minister to Russia. P. Smith to Turkey. British depreda- tions more than French. Case of the "Retalia- tion." 4"^. 2 pages. 1799, February 19. 0\'erture8 from Pichon, French charge d'affaires at Hague, to Murray, approved by Talleyrand, and assuring Murray that what- ever plenipotentiary the United States would send to end our difficulties wonld be received with all the respect due to a free, independent and power- 110 Jefferson. Thomas, ful nation. Yesterday the President nominated Murray to make a new treaty with France. The Senate' undecided what to do about it. 4°. 1 page. 1800, February 16. Mr. Robinson going to Richmond to establish an academy. Propositions in the Senate regarding the method to receive the votes, certificates and documents of the electors of Pres- ident and Vice-President. Congress probably will rise in April. 4°. 1 page. 1800, March 26. Bill concerning disputed elections of Presidents and Vice-Presidents. Mr. Watson, Sen- ator from New York, resigned. Commisioner Morris probably will come iu his place. Executive sends oif a vessel from New York to France. Mr. Erving, from Boston, sent abook to Monroe; wishes him to acknowledge receipt of it. Judiciary bill before the House of Representatives. 4"^. 2 pages. 1800, Apnl 13. Acknowledging letter of 6th. Op- posed to pomp and fulsome attentions to function- aries. Bill before Congress discussed. 4°. 2 pages. Eppington. 1800, May 26. Proffered nomination for President. Will not take the trouble to answer the calumny of atheism or any other calumny, for in the time one is being answered twenty others will spring up. Calleuder should be substantially defended. Probability of an extra session about French treaty. 4°. 2 pages. Monticello. 1800, September 20. Acknowledging letter of 15th. Numerous executions following the attempted in- surrection. General sentiment that there has been hanging enough. A problem how to dispose of criminals. Suggests a law for exportation. 4°. 1 page. 1800, November 8. Acknowledges two letters. Pro- poses to goto Washington in a few days. Has some important arrangements to make with Craven. The negro conspiracy. Deposit of arms in Bed- ford. Suggests the importance of a guard there. 4°. 1 page. Ill Jefferson. Thomas, ffashington. 1800, December 20. Acknowledging letter of 6th. Re- lates to purchase of land. The price of tobacco. The treaty pleases nobody. Conjectures as to the success of the candidates for presidency. Pretty certain that the Republicans will prevail. [A scrap pasted on this letter, dated February 12,1801, "the House is on its 25th ballot. Suspended until 11 to-morrow."] 4°. 1 page. 1801, February 15. Acknowledges several letters. Cannot trust the post for replying to them. Four days of balloting and no change of vole. A coali- tion reported for to-morrow. Declares resistance against usurpation. The Federalists fear a con- vention. Attempts to make terms. Opposes them unequivocally. Would not receive the Govern- ment on capitulation. Difficulty in filling vacant offices. 4°. 1 page. 1801, May 26. Recommends Callender's fine to be re- funded by private subscription. Sufi'erers by the sedition act. Encloses order for $.50 — his fourth part. Cession of Louisiana to France to be appre- hended, an unwise policy, and ominous to us. 4''. 1 page. 1801, May 29. Acknowledges two letters of 23d. Cal- lender in distress. Sent him $50. His language "high-toned" when spoken to about his fine. Considered it as "hush-money" and his due. Such misconstruction of charity puts an end to it forever. He can say whatever be chooses about Jefferson. Fears that Spain will cede Louisiana and Florida to France. Tripoli has commenced dep- redations. Algiers threatens with cause. Three years' tribute due to them. 4°. 1 page. 1801, May 29. Acknowledging letter of 4th. Mode of correspondencebetween the general and particular executives. Adherence to etiquette : the practice of General Washington, Mr. Adams and Mr. Hancock. Jefiierson's opinions. 4°. 2 pages. 1801, June 20. Acknowledging letter of June 16th Reforms in the Navy. Marines dismissed. Dis continuance of useless diplomatic missions. Erec tions of shipyards. Savings. Expenses of Gov emraent chiefly in jobs and agencies. Fraud: and embezzlements under head of contingencies, Mr. Madison's health. 4°. 1 page. 112 Jefferson. Thomas, 1801, July 21. Acknowledging letter of June 15. Mea.suie8 taken for relief of guards at New London. Madison leaves on the 26th. Jefferson a week later, to return the last of September. 4°. 1 page. 1801, November 14. Introducing Mr. Whitney, of Con- necticut, inventor of the cotton-gin and of moulds and machines for locks for muskets. 4°. 1 page. 1801, November 24. Enclosing result of consideration and consultation between Madison and himself. Congratulations on event of peace. 4°. 1 page. 1801, /)ecej«6er 13. Acknowledging letter of 8th. Be- quests him to make alterations in a, letter to him. Wishes him to recommend one or more good char- acters for the position of postmaster. 4°. 1 page. 1803, January 10. Excitement in the West relative to the New Orleans affair, stimulated by the mercan- tile and Federal interest. Will nominate Monroe to the Senate for an extraordinary mission to France to-morrow. 4°. 1 page. 1803, January 13. Nomination of Monroe as minister to France. Approbation of the Senate. Feeling in the Western country respecting free navigation of the Mississippi. Purchase of Louisiana and Florida. Urges him strongly to accept the mission. No other man so capable. Economy necessary. His views respectini; salary, outfit, etc. Imme- diate departure desired. 4°. 3 pages. 1804, January 8. Books, literature, and men of note in that line. Louisiana ceded to tte commissioners. Justice done to those instrumental in eflecting it. Many Federalists disgusted and join the Republi- cans. Congress engaged in a bill for the govern- ment of Louisiana. The office of Governor of Louisiana offered to Monroe. Probability of his being sent to Spain. Expense of living, and re- commends economy. The question of boundaries to be regulated with Spain. Probability that the inhabitants of the left bank of Mississippi will soon claim to be received under our jurisdiction. Mr. Skipwith not adapted for the office of gov ernor of Louisiana, desired by him. The continn ance of Mr. Pinckney in his office is a continual reproach. Recommends Monroe to advise him to resign. Domestic news. Mr. Merry, the British minister. His wife absurdly pretentious. 4°. 7 pages. a > 113 Jeffersov. Thomas. 1805, June 15. Recorameads to his uotice Robert Gamble. Wishes him to obtain from Mr. Casey the correspondence of commanders in depart- ments, and governors, with Washington, which he had sent him. 4°. 1 page. 1806, March 16. Cautions him about what and to whom he writes, for some of his new friends are attacking his old ones. In a f'W weeks will write less enigmatically. Mr. William Pinkney to be appointed Monroe's associate t ) settle dift'er- ences with Great Britain. Thinks it for Monroe's interest ihat he should have this associate. [En- dorsed by Jefferson, "returned by Mr. Newton and never forwarded."] 4°. 1 page. 1806, March 18. Nicholson's resolutions decided af- firmatively yesterday. Possibly a third person may be added to Monroe's commission. [Endorsed by Jefferson, "returned by Colonel Newton, the ship having sailed."] 4°. 1 page. 1806, May 4. Mercer and Randolph have joined the Federalists. Both will end in obscurity. Cautions Monroe about his communicatious with them. Offers Monroe the choice of tbe two governments of Orleans and Louisiana. Change of ministry in England. Has great confidence in Fox. Hopes to come to a just arrangement in our differences. No two countries on earth have eo many points of common interest and friendship. 4°. 4 pages. 1806, Octobet- 26. Fears the illness and probable death of Fox will delay negotiations, as one of those ap- pointed to negotiate is too conservative as regards the maritime code of England, and too much practiced in the tactics of diplomacy. Private matters. Commission to purchase mathematical instruments. Bad management of Monroe's farm and estate. 4°. 2 pages. 1807, March 21. Action on the treaty suspended. Efforts of the Federals to make mischief between negotiators and himself, and to irritate Great Britain. The treaty unsatisfactory. Does not provide against impressment. If the treaty can- not be put in acceptable form, to back out of negotiations in the best way. Advises him to come home aud leave Mr. Pinkney to procrasti- nate. Wishes Monroe to accept government of New Orleans. 4°. 3 pages. 114 Jefferson. Thomas, 1807, May 29. An agricultural machine. Federal pa- pers endeavoring to create dififerences between him and Monroe. Has done nothing unfriendly towards him. 4°. 1 page. 1808, February 18. Contest arising between Madison and Monroe. Suffers no one to converse with him on the subject. His old friend, Clinton, estranged from him. Always viewed Madison and Monroe as the principal pillars of his happiness. 4°. 2 pages. 1808, March 10. Acknowledging letter of 27th Febru- ary. Explains why PinKney was made Monroe's associate in the mission to England, to which he at first was opposed. Monroe's complaints at the manner in which the treaty was received. Jefferson solemnly protests that he never lost sight of Monroe's reputation and interests. He must not believe the falsehoods. Will cordially support whoever is called to the cares of the nation. 4°. 4 pages. 1808, April 11. Acknowledging letter of March 22. Ex- plains the circumstances of making Mr. Pinkney his associate negotiator for the treaty with Great Britain. Assures him he was governed by the most cordial friendship for him. Madison also has always manifested the most attentive concern for whatever might befriend his fame or fortune. 4°. 5 pages. 1808, Jpril 13. Corrects an error, Charles instead of Alexander Baring had arrived. 4°. 1 page. 1808, September 28. Acknowledging letter, no date. Returns certain letters. 4°. 1 page. 1808, October 12. His letters to Monroe. Directions for striking out certain pas^>age8. Leaves to M.'s judgment what should be omitted before submit- ting them to the public. Desirous the public should know the high estimation in which he holds both Monroe and Madison. 4°. 1 page. 1808, October 13. Their correspondence for publica- tion. Leaves Monroe to use his best judgment as to what should be suppressed. The Federalists might attack some remarks as a libel on the na- tion. 4°. 1 page. 1809, January 28. Acknowledging letter of 18th De- cember. A special mission to France or England 115 Jefferson. Thomas, not entertained. Meeting of the legislature in May. Proposition to repeal the embargo and to maintain by force our right of navigation. If Bonaparte is successful in Spain, France and En- gland may be more accommodating with us. 4°. 2 pages. to Mr. MULLOWNEY. 1809, March 2. Acknowledging letter of 15th February ultimo, and June 29, 1807, in which he ofifered his services in the naval line on occasion of the insult on the "Chesapeake." The letter filed in Navy o£Bce. Thanks for his patriotism. [Copy.] 4°. 1 page. to Monroe. Monticello. 1811, January 25. Acknowledging letter of 2l8t instant. Congratulates him on his election as Governor of Virginia. A testimony to his fidelity to principle. 4°. 1 page. 1811, May 5. Acknowledges letter from Richmond. Congratulates Monroe on his re-entering the national councils. Distinction between printers and the public. The former may lead the latter out of their track, but wht- n they usurp the direction of the Government they will be reduced to their true places. The crops. 4°. 1 page. 1811, May 23. John Dortie wishes to be bearer of des- patches to France. Thanks Monroe for a book sent him. Weather and crops. 4°. 1 page. 1812, January 11. His surprise that the question should arise that he knew of Wilkinson's endeavors to prevent the restoration of the right of deposit at New Orleans. Indiguant that it should be sup- posed he would descend to so uumeaning an act of treason. 4'^. 2 pages. 1812, November 3. The election. Prices of wheat and flour. Anxious to hear that Dearborn and Harri- son have made simultaneous movements. Pos- session of Maiden and Montreal would close the campaign satisfactorily. Monsieur Lorraine wishes to go to France on a public vessel. 4°. 1 page. 1813, May 30. His approbation of the President's ad- dress. Disclaims all iutermeddliug with the ad- ministration. Does not offer advice to the Presi- dent. Suggests to Monroe the method of defend- ing the "Chesapeake". The employment of the frigate during the war. 4°. 2 pages. 116 Jkfferson. Thomas, 1813, June 19. Acknowledgiug letters of 7tli and 16th Returns the memoir relative to the prosecution of the war. Does not approve of hirelings. Ev- ery American should receive military instruction. What we are to do in Canada should be done quickly. EmiJioyment of our Navy. 4°. 2 pages. 1814, January 27. Acknowledges letter of November 3, with Carter's luiter enclosed. Claim, and a laud purohase. Speculations on the disasters of Napoleon. What effect they will have on our negotiations. 4°. 2 pages. 1814, August 3. Acknowledging letter of 2.5th July. Survey of some land. Sends him certain letters, and one to Mr. Cabell, to be shown to Mr. Camp- bell, if desirable. 4°. 1 page. 1814, October 16. Acknowledging letter of 10th. We must prepare for interminable war. Men and money must be provided. Classing the militia. Nonsense to talk of regulars. A pewnanent system of finance. No banks, public or private. Twenty millions by taxes. All markets shut to us. Not 110,000,000 specie in United States. A Treasury jote fund. A state of war annihilates surplus produce. Col. James Lewis wants to be Indian agent. 4°. 2 pages. 1815, Januari/ 1. Acknowledging letters of November 30 and December 21. Embarrassments at Wash- ington in Augnst were great, but plans of Presi- dent were wise. Their failure imputed to insub- ordinate temper of Armstrong and indicision of Winder. The diabolical actions of the British have done us good, stopped our boasting, and se- cured the good will of other nations. The want of men and money serious. Monroe's plans were wise, but overruled by Congress. Our financial course like the British experience, incorrigible. Money cannot be made out of nothing. Banking dreams. We must borrow money of the people. A paper promise on a specific pledge. The mer- chants will have to take it or nothing. Advocates and encourages privateers, in absence of a navy. Regrets his accejjtance of Department of War. It is a sacrifice. His own experience as Governor of Virginia. Praises Monroe's conduct and plans. 4-'. 4 pages. 117 Jefferson. Thomas, 1815, July 15. Ackuowledging letter of 10th. For- warding letters abroad. Why the allies hold back. Impressment. "The first American im- pressed should be a declaration of war." Would bear depredations on our merchants patiently, be- cause they eflfect insurance largely in England. 4°. 1 page. 1816, August 29. Invitation to dinner. 8°. 1 page. 1817, Ajml 8. Is glad of Monroe's election as President. The best wines ; from whom, and how to got them. 4°. 2 pages. 1817, April 13. Establishment of a college at Char- lottesvLlle. Monroe invited to be one of the visit- ors. 4°. 2 pages. 1817, October 13. Letter from Mr. Cathalan to the Sec- retary of the Navy. A navy an admirable con- trivance for begetting ill blood between nations. Intrigues of Filch. 4°. 1 page. 1818, September 1". The Pensacola affair. Hopes to avoid entanglements with the European alliance. His health improved. 4°. 1 page. 1820, March 3. Acknowledges letters of February 7 and 19. Christopher EUery, an old friend and Re- publican from Rhode Island. The Missouri ques- tion a most portentous one. King ready to risk the Union. Clintou not scrupulous. 4°. 1 page. 1823, February 21. Mr. Monroe's land in Virginia. His estimate of its value. 4°. 1 page. to William Short. 1823, March 28. Mr. Short's letter. He predicts revo- lutions in Europe after France invades Spain. Russia seizes the opportunity to invade Turkey. Great Britain and the United States, in the mean time, "milk the cow," while guaranteeing the in- dependence of Cuba. [Copy.] 4°. 2 pages. to Monroe. 1823, March 29. Enclosing the above copy of letter to William Short, respecting the present lowering state of Europe. 4°. 1 page. 1823, June 11. Politics of Europe. Wisdom of the United States in not taking an active part in the quarrels of Europe. 4°. 3 pages. 118 Jefferson. Thomas, 1823, June 23. Mr. Miralla ou the condition of Cuba. The whole population averse to its falling into possession of England. We must lie still and he in readiness to receive her when solicited by her. Jefferson resigns himself to the guidance of the administration. 4^^. 2 pages. 1823, October 24. The system to be followed in the United States respecting foreign entanglements. The independence or acquisition of Cuba. Oar policy to act harmoniously with England. We might bid defiance to the whole world. The ces- sion of Cuba to any other government to be op- posed with all our power. 4°. 3 pages. 1824, February 5. The publication of the old Congress papers shonld be impartial. Will rejoice to see La Fayetto. He should be treated handsomely by Congress. 4°. 2 pages. 1824, March 27. Differences of opinion should not separate friends. Mr. Livingston had been his early friend; they differed. John Adams and he also differed, and had again become friendly. He bears ill will to no human being. 4°. i page. 1824, July 18. Under what circumstances the United States could aid South America. Fleets of France and Russia. Self-preservation. [Copy.] 4°. 1 page. 1824, July 22. Enclosing a letter from Thomas Leiper, doyen of the Republicans of Pennsylvania, .asking that his son in-law, Dr. Patterson, may succeed his father as Director of the Mint. 4°. 1 page. 1824, December 15. Has revised the paragraph in his letter of 1803 and suppressed passages in view of publication. Gratified by a visit from Mr. Webster, who is likely to become of great weight in our Government. Scuppernong wine. 4°. 2 pages. 1826, January 21. Mr. Giles's request. Mr. Adams's statemeni to Jefferson about disaffection and a combination among certain persona. Messrs. Giles and Jefferson always friendly. What Adams did state. Jefferson's defence of Adams; his patriot- ism, and his esteem for him. 4". 2 pages. 1826, February 22. Acknowledging letter of 13th. Pecuniary embarrassments of the two ex-Presi- dents. The management of Virginia estates. 4°. 1 page. Jefferson. Thomas, 1826, March 8. Ackuowledges letteis of February 23 and 27. Requires skill and attention to manage a Virginia estate. Reduced to selling part of his property in his old age by a lottery to enable him to keep the rest. His grandson to manage the lot- tery. 4°. 1 page. 1826, April 15. A question about Monroe's leave of ab- sence during Jefl'erson's administration. Wishes Monroe success in his reclamation. 4^. 1 page. Jkssup. Thomas S., fVaahington. 1827, October 7. Acknowledging letter of 5th. Eela- tive to the number and quality of arms in New Orleans during invasion by the British in 1814 and 1815. Does not wish the subject made public lor party purposes. It sliould only be used for defence. 4°. 3 pages. Johnson. Charles, Richmond, Va 1811, January 12. Monroe's acceptance of the govern ment of Virginia. Questions relative to his sup portof the national admiuislration. 4°. 2 pages Johnson. [William?] Judge, 1822, no date. In behalf of his brother judges gives his opinion as to Mr. Monroe's essay on national improvements. [Endorsed by Monroe.] 4°. 3 pages. Johnson. Richard M., Blue Spring. 1819, March 31. The appointment of General Jackson popular and his refusal regretted. Death of Judge Livingston. His successor. Imprisonment for debt. Mr. Monroe's administratiou. A Western President. "Contidential". 4°. 4 pages. Great Crossing. 1819, July 11. Acknowledging a letter. Mr. Clay's claim for services at Ghent and for the treaty with France. Johnson's popularity. Elections in Virginia. 4<^. 3 pages. See Clat. Henry, July 12, 1822. Jones. Joseph, Richmond. 1785, March 11. Col. Charles Harrison's application to Congress. Purchasing of land. Asks about Congressional matters. 4°. 1 page. 1786, January 13. Private business. 4°. 1 page. 120 Jones. Joseph, 1786, February 1. Acknowledging letter of 7th ultimo and Ist instant, with power of attorney. Private business matters. 4°. 2 pages, 1786, February 'i. Ackuowelgingletterof 23d January. Private business matters. Monroe's prospect of being elected would depend upon his coming on previously. 4°. 2 pi 1786, March 14. Remits money. Question as to the most desirable place for his residence in Virgi Advises Monroe not to import the material for building from Boston. His election. Private matters. small 4°. 2 ps Frederiokaburg. 1786, June 7. Acknowledging letter of 26th ultimo, Money matters and private business affairs. 4°. 2 pages 1786, June 15. Business matters. 4°. 1 page Richmond 1786, July 16. Acknowledging letters of 5th and 7th Sale of property and the remittance of money. 4°. 2 pages 1786, July 24. Acknowledging a letter, no date. Pro- tested bill of Mr. Dosbman, and other private bus- iness. " 4°. 2 pages, Fredericksburg 1786, August 6. Enclosing second of exchange for $400, and authorizing draft on him. Private business matters. 4^. 2 pages, 1786, August 15. Acceptance of his draft. Furniture purchases. 4°. 1 page, 1786, September 27. Private business. 4°. 1 page. Richmond. 1786, October 23. Private matters. 4'=. 1 page. 1786, December 7. Occupancy of a house in Fredericks- burg. Congratulates Mrs. Monroe on her safe de- livery Other private matters. 4°. 3 pages. 1787, March 1. Acknowledges £60 which he paid to Mr. Heth. Embarrassed for ready cash. Private matters. 4°. 2 pages 121 Jones. Joseph, 1787, March 3. Lots being advertised for sale for taxes. Regrets he ofl'ered bis service to the couuty of Spottsylvania. Other private matters. 4°. 1 page. 17»7, March 8. Enclosing haheas corpus, Blaydes vertui Stannard. 4°. 1 page. 1787, June 1. Conversation with the Governor relative to the practice of the law ; also about the attach- ment levied in Fredericksburg. Other private business. 4". 4 pages. 1787, June 5. Business matters. small 4°. 2 pages. 1787, J«ne8. Acknowledgesreceipt of money. Private business. 4°. 1 page. 1787, June 18. Private matters of liusiness. 4". 2 pages. 1787, June 22. Business affairs. small 4°. 1 page. 1787, July 4. Business matters and proposed sale of negroes to pay pressing demands. 4°. 2 pages. Fredericksburg. 1791, February 22. Private matters. 4°. 2 pages. Jones. M., Richmond. 1802, August 4. Testimonial of friendship and respect. Expresses gratitude. smaU 4°. 1 page. Jones. Walter, WaahingUyn. 1808, January 18. Arrival of Mr. Rose, the British minis- ter. Opinions of members of Congress relating to the successor of Jefferson. States favoring Madison. Clinton. Monroe mentioned for Vice- President. 4°. 3 pages. 1808, January 20. Next Presidency. Trusts he has not authorized his name to be put forward. In present state of affairs nothing but the most posi- tive prospect of success could justify the step. 4°. 2 pages. Kinsale, Va. 1811, Decenber 8. Acknowledging letter by last mail. Not disappointed at failure of Foster's mission. Nothing to expect from the justice of the bellig- erents. Our wrongs intolerable but our resources inadequate to their cure. Not so well prepared as before the Revolution. Then England was ex- 122 JONKS. Walter, hausted and we had the powerful aid of France. Now the embraces of our ally, Napoleon, are more formidable than the blows of our adversary. 4°. 3 pages. 1813, May 30. Position of midshipman to be obtained for defence of the Chesapeake and the State of Vir- ginia. 4°. 4 pages. IPlaee not stated.] 1814, December 10. The enemy at Rappahannock. Two hundred and fifty negroes carried off. Militia routed at Farnham Church. The spoils. Absence of discipline, experience, pay, etc., renders war ridiculous. Disaffection of the blacks daily in- creasing. May produce effects similar to the Sicilian vespers. The blacks more dangerous than the enemy. A regiment asked to secure internal safety. Deplorable neglect on the part of Con- gress. The bank scheme defeated and public affairs in a bad condition. Domestic traitors. Party strife. Business talent deficient in Con- gress. The East opposed to the Government. Policy of the West, and its gains by the war. New Orleans might be taken, and what then ? Is inclined to make peace by concessions. War in Europe improbable. British power. The crisis and its requirements. 4°. 6 pages. Jones. William (Secretary of the Navy), 1814. See Dallas. A. G., July 27. to Madison IVaghington. 1814, September 1. The late desperate enterprise of the British against Washington. Burning of the Capitol, President's mansion. Treasury, War, and Navy buildings. Accommodations still exist for the operations of the Goverument. Suggests measures to be taken for that purpose, also as to the defences of Washington. The navy-yard. 4°. 7 pages. to Monroe. 1814, September b. Enclosing copy of sugges' ions as to the defences of Washington of the 1st instant. 4°. 1 page. JuLLiEN. M. A., Paris. 1818, June 25. Sends him several publications on various subjects, and proposes to write a life of Kosciusko. [In French.] 4°. 3 pages. 123 Kerr. Alexander, Washington. 1821, June 5. Requests a letter to Commodore Stewart to appoint bis son, Edward Kerr, a midsbipmaD, to sail witb bim. 4^. 1 page. Key. Phiup, Chaptico. 1814, August 1. Landing of the British at Chaptico. Sacking of the town. Desecration of burial- places in search for money. Other brutalities be- fore the eyes of Admiral Cockburn. 4°. 2 pages. King. James G., to Smith Thompson. Liverpool. 1823, December 23. Extract from a letter of an Ameri- can citizen to Rufus King respecting charges made against Captain Stewart as being in partnership with the Viceroy of Peru for furnishing supplies to the Royalists uuder cover of the "Franklin's" guns. [Extract.] 4°. 1 page. King. Rupus, 2few York (f) 1786, July 30. Meeting of a Committee of the Whole House, at which Mr. Jay is directed to attend. 4°. 1 page. Philadelphia. 1794, December 23. Introducing Mr. Pitcairn, who is appointed consul at Paris. Recommends him. 4"=. 1 page. IPlace not stated.'] 1795 (f) no date. Acknowledges receipt of money sent by Martin. Although disagreeing in poli- tics, hopes their friendship will not abate. 4'. \ page. London. 1796, August 1. Mr. Pinckney desires to return, Mr. King relieves him. Offers his services. 4°. 2 pages. 1796, August 11. A -paper purporting (o be from the Directory, announciu;; their intention to stop the cargoes of all neutral vessels bound to English ports, for the reason that the British Government had issued orders tn stop neutral vessels to French ports. On application he finds the British Gov- ernment has is.suc(l no such order. 4°. 2 pages. 1796, Seplembrr 19. Acknowledging letter of 28th ultimo. Information therein relating to seizures of neutral vessels published without Mr. King's 124 King. Eufus, authority. The iuformation useful. Hopes of concludiug treaty with Algiers. Bill of exchange, property of United States seized by French agents. Monroe to ask for its restoration. _ Affairs in the Northwest. Capture of the "Flying Fish." 4°. 3 pages. 1796, October 17. French Government has, contrary to our treaty, issued orders to seize enemy's goods on hoard American vessels. These orders furnish pretence for spoliation of our trade. Hopes he can influence the Government to revoke these orders. Eumor that General Charles C. Pinckney will succeed Mr. Monroe at Paris. 4°. 3 pages. 1796, October 19. Rumor that Mr. Monroe will be suc- ceeded by General Pinckney confirmed. 4°. 1 page. 1796, November 18. Captain Ingraham goes to France to claim his sUip " Diana " and cargo, captured by French privateers. 4°. 1 page. 1797, February 8. Introducing his brother, who goes to Paris. 4°. 1 page. to Madison. .80."?, July — . Conferences with Lord Hawkesbury, Mr. Addiugton and Lord St. Vincent for an ar- rangement for the protection of our seamen. Draft of a Convention prepared by King, returned by Lord H. with claim for the right ot dominion over the ' ' Narrow Seas ". Determines to abandon the negotiation. Refuses to sauctiou a principle which would be productive of more evils than those we aim at to prevent. [Copy.] 4°. 2 pages. to Monroe. Jamaica, L. I. 1817, April 14. The scarcity of silver coin. Resump- tion of specie payments in New York. Small note circulation. Silver dollars 3 per cent, premium. Course of trade. Aid from the Mint. It should be in full operation. Conversion of foreign into American coins. 4°. 4 pages. 1818, June 29. Speech on the navigation act. Hopes that a part of our Navy would maintain an in- tercourse with the South American revolutionists and protect trade. A small supply of munitions of war might be useful. Hopes that Jackson may justify his conduct. "Private." 4°. 2 pages. 125 King. Rdfus, 1819, September 19. Acknowledging letters of 22d July. Fortifications in the harbor of New York. Cession to the United States of State works on Staten Island. 4'='. 1 page, to S. L. Southard. Georgetown 1824, February 18. Encloses extract from a letter from his sou, James G. King. The employment of Cap- tain Stewart in the Pacific little creditable to the United States. 4°. X j LACEPiiDE. Count de, Paris. 1818, April 10. Introducing Madame de Tholo86 to the President. [In French.] 4°. 1 page. LaCOCK. Abner, Waahingtoi 1819, «t> date. Appointment of a commissioner of the Western road. Recommends Mr. Shrive. Kecom mends Hugh Davis as marshal. 4°. 3 pages to John Quincy Adams. 1819, no date. Asking for a letter of introduction for Mr. Orr to General Jackson, for business relative to a contract. 4°. 1 page. to Monroe. Beaver. 1820, January 30. His views on the question of Mis- souri compromise. General Jackson's conduct with the administration. He takes shelter under an administration he formerly vilified. Is a troublesome man ; was so in the late war, as his enemies found, and the President finds him so since. "Confidential." fol. 4 pages. Washington. 1821, April — . The appointment of Colonel McCrea. 4''. 1 page. Wheeling. 1821, June 4. Disapproves of presidential " drawing- rooms." Wishes them abolished. "Private and confidential." 4°. 3 pages. Beai-er. 1822, Julj) 7. Mr. Monroe's publication on internal improvements. Rival candidates for the presi- dency in the Cabinet. Mr. Monroe's administra- tion." 4°. 3 pages. 1824, April24. Report in the Philadelphia papers that Lacock had betrayed confidence reposed in him by Monroe. The letter of General Jackson on the subject of aopointments. Explanations about the matter. fol. 3 pages. 126 Lafaybtte. Marquis de, Nem York. 1824, August 18. His arrival. Pleasant voyage. Sea- sickness. Reception in New York. His future arrangements. To go to Boston, Albany, etc. Is invited to Virginia. Will vi-sit Philadelphia and then Monticello and Montpelier. 4°. 2 pages. Washington. ISZi, November — . Is pleased with the message. His reception in Congress. Will dine with the Presi- dent. 4°. 1 page. Paris. 1829, June 17. Health of Monroe's grandson. Monroe and Madison to sit at the Virginia convention. A model constitution. Reproach of negro slavery. Hopes for its gradual abolition. Monroe's health and pecuniary troubles. Politics of France. French and English diplomacy. England back- ward in the independence of Greece. 4°. 2 pages. La Orange. 1829, Ootoher 29. Introducing Mr. Pepin Sonto, a man- ufacturer of Paris. 4°. 1 page. Paris. 1830, September 8. Account of the revolution of 1830. Triumph of the popular cause. La Fayette's name the rallying signal. Hotel de Ville headquarters. The Bourbons have ceased to reign. They embark for England. Forbearance of the people. Philip of Orleans praised. Recognition of South America and Mexico. No foreign interference. 4°. 2 pages. Langdon. John, Philadelphia. 1794, December 5. Congratulates him oa his reception by the National Assembly of France. Intended resignation of Mr. Hamilton. Is pleased with the successes in France. Robespierre's death a warn- ing to those who betray the people's trusts. 4°. 2 pages. 1795, June 24. Acknowledging letter of 28th January. The successes of the French. Mr. Jay's treaty. Secrecy and mystery a curse. Our country flour- ishing. Good prospects for peace with the In- dians. The new French minister. 4°. 3 pages 127 Lanodon. John, 1796, April 12. Acknowledging letter of 10th January. Our political salvation depending on success of France. Laments the ungrateful and unaccount- able conduct of our Government. Jay's treaty. Resentment against it. Trusts the House will reject it. Hopes that Jefferson will be next Presi- dent. Magnanimity of French nation in not re- senting our treaty with Great Britain. [Signed J. L.] 4°. 4 pages. Larkvklleerk-Lepaux. L. M., Paris. 1819, February 21. Note pour Mr. B61anger. [En- dorsed:] "A notice on Mr. Bellanger, a justice of the peace in France, brother-in-law to Mr. Benoit, a resident of the United States, near Philadelphia. Interesting as being from a former member of the Directoire in France, and from a man of high standing amongst the learned." [In French.] 4°. 1 page. Lkk. Arthur, Princeton. ).7S3,Augu>t2.i. Acknowledging litter of 8th. Treaty not yet made. No mpture probable with Great Britain. Her debt large. Evacuation of New York in three months probable. Twenty-two thousand refugees. General Washington concurs with him that it is impolitic to persecute Tories Pleases King of England, for it serves his purpose Price of tobacco, etc. General Nelson. 4°. 3 pages Lbe. H., Wathington 1825, December 19. Sends a packet to Mr. Monroe ai request of Mr. Gnuton. 4°. 1 page. Nashville. 1828, March 30. Is preparing a life of General Jack- son. On Jackson's course in the Seminole war. Asks Monroe if Jackson acted in violation orders or in disobedience. 4°. 4 pages. 1828, Jfai/24. Acknowledgesletterof 23d April. Asks Monroe's permission to apply to General Jackson for a view of the whole correspondence on the sub- ject of the Seminole war. [With a copy.] 4°. 4 pages. Lek. Richard Henry, Chantilly. 1784, Januarii 5. Acknowledging letter of 16th Decem- ber. Despondent. Fears our country will lose those blessings of liberty, so arduously labored to Lee. Richard Henry, secure. Opposed to a standing army. Protection of our frontiers sboiild be lett to the people. If hard pressed, to be assisted by the midland militia. A navy more important. Important to establish uniformity of coins. 4°. 4 pages. New York. l7Sf), October 17. Acknowledges a letter. The Indian nations not indisposed towards us. Death of Mr. Hardy. Will be difficult to supply the vacant placein the assembly. Declaration of war by the Algerines on our commerce. The whole of Europe under contribution to them. The assembly should tax people only, for Federal purposes, what will suffice for our quota of foreign interest. 4°. 3 pages. Chantilly. 1791, January 15. Acknowledging letter of 30th Decem- ber. Increased duty on spirits. Excessive duty tempts smuggling. Banks and banking by Gov- ernment. 4°. 2 pages. Lee. William, Boston. 1799, July 10. Certifies that Monroe lived, in 1796-'97, in a house which Monroe purchased, vrith the in- tention of turning it over to the United States for their ministers to occupy. When recalled, was obliged to sell it, with little or no profit. 4°. 1 page. 1801, Jfarcft -^4. Acknowledging letter of .5th. An in- cident in Paris in 1796, and the purchase by Monroe of a house from the Government. Repels the at- tacks of his calumniators. England reduced to the lowest state of national degradation. Will be forced to make peace. Mutiny on convoy bound for Gibraltar. Will accept appointment by the President, but would prefer Bordeaux, if Barnet is removed. 4°. 4 pages. Washington. 1801, May 23. Waiting in Washington for his ap- pointment. Disappointed at result of elections in Massachusetts. States reasons for failure of Republicans there. Personal influence. Change of representation in Rhode Island. Connecticut alone stands firm as centre of "Federal" crimes. Judge Ellsworth's return from Europe. 4°. 3 pages. q. 129 Lee. William, tu J. Q. Adams. [Place not stated. ] 1817, September 27. Details of a plan of General L'Allemand and others to invade Mexico, and place Joseph Bonaparte on the throne. Support to this project in Mexico. J. Bonaparte opposed to it; also several generals. fol. 7 pages. Leigh. B. W.. Richmond. 1811, December 12. Acknowledging letter of 10th in- stant. The legislature exasperated against Mr. Giles. To Mr. Brent the universal sentiment is resi^ectful, forgiving, and kind. 4°. 4 pages. 182^JaJj/17. Acknowledges letter of 10th. Monroe's accounts. Has received the papers and will peruse them. 4°. 2 pages. Leiper. Thomas, to Jefferson. Philadelphia. 1824, July 14. Asking his assistance with the Presi- dent for appointment of his son-io-law, Robert M. Patterson, as Director of the Mint, in the vacancy caused by the death of his father. Dr. Robert Pat- terson. 4°. 2 pages. Lewis. Morgan, New York. 1814, September 5. Transfer of soldiers from one corps to another. Movements of the Federalists. 4°. 2 pages. 1814, September 11. Acknowledging letter of 7th. The defence at New York. Sandy Hook a weak point; hulks to be sunk. Fort Gates injudiciously located; could be silenced in an hour. A land- ing on Long Island. Administration union with the "Feds." Next Presidential candidates. Pro- posed appointment of De Witt Clinton as major- general. Efforts to remove Lewis. "Confiden- tial." 4°. 3 pages. LiSTON. Robert, Washington, (f ) 1807, no date. Proposed addition to the articles of the treaty of Great Britain with the United States of 1794 relating to deserters. Agreement with the United States. [Copy. Two papers.] 4°. 4 pages, fol. 3 pages- Livermore. Edward St. Loi, Teioksbury, Mass. 1»17, September 17. Monroe's visit in Massachusetts; the good efi'ect produced. His present views of the administration, and the support he will give. Was turned out of office by Jefferson on false representations. Would like a Government ap- pointment. 4°. 8 pages 130 Livingston. Edward, Washington. 1828, April 13. Is assailed as an enemy of Washing- ton and Jefferson. Asks for copy of letter to repel the last charge. ' 4°. 1 page. Livingston. Henry B., Bhinebeck. 1814, December22. Contraband British goods imported via Canada. Has not been employed according to his rank. War adventures. Received the first sword presented by Congress. Commanded at West Point, Saratoga, Valley Forge. Made Monroe's acquaintance at battle of Monmouth. Reflections on conduct of the war. Criticises Harrison, Lewis, Hull, Winder. Recommends his son. 4°. 8 pages. Livingston. Robert R., New York. 1793, May 16. Acknowledging letter 30th April and 9th instant. English depredations. Measures to be adopted. Privateers and letters of marque for the employment of our seamen. His reasons for declining a mission to France in the present cir- cumstances. Offers made to him by the President of the United States. His answer, fol. 5 pages. Clermont. 1794, January 4. Views of Jefferson and Livingston on the modern law of nations. Great Britain has no right to veto the measures recommended and adopted by all other powers. Strong arguments against Great Britain's encroachments ; bold and spirited measures recommended. The adminis- tration, fol. 10 pages. New York. 1794, March 13. Acknowledges a letter. Laws of na- tions explained. Measures recommended against English outrages. Proposals of sequestrating English claims in United States, and seizing the English ports Detroit and Oswego. Mr. Ran- dolph's recommendations. 4°. 8 pages. Clermont. 1794, April 8. Acknowledging letter of 17th March. Political reflections on parties in the United States. Great Britain and her Tyrannical measures. Com- ments on Mr. Monroe's political situation. 4°. 5 pages. Neic York, 1794, September 18. Extract of letter from Mr. De Fauehette to Mr. Le Bland. Serious riot in Penn- 131 Livingston. Egbert K., sylvauia on account of tbe excise. Outrages and cruelty of the EngliNli and Spanish in the West Indies. One of John B. Livingston's vessels carried into Bermuda. Encroachments from Canada con- tinue. Massacre of 794 persons in West Indies. fol. 4 pages. 1795, February 19. The memorial of Captain Band. Wishes Monroe to render him assistance. Mr. Wolcott has displaced Mr. Hamilton and Mr. Pinckney. General Knox. Changes in Congress. Republicans have gained 6 out of 10 members. 4°. 2 pages. 1795, April 23. Asks him to promote the interests of Mr. De Crosses, of St. Domingo. Rejoicing in America on the success of the French arms. 4°. 2 pages. 1795, July 10. The Senate has advised the President to ratify the Jay treaty. Mr. Hamilton champion for it. The people execrate it. Will destroy our carrying trade and commerce. A discrimination between the people and the administration. Some articles for the press, relative to the treaty, to come out under signature of "Cato." Situa- tion in France. General reflections. fol. 4 pages. 179^^, August 25. The English treaty. General indig- nation. Ratified by the President. Hamilton's conduct. Expects a war. Continuation of dep- redations by English cruisers. Public despatches opened by them. Recommends publishing the sentiments of the people of the United States respecting the treaty. Captain Barr6. 4°. :5 pages. 1796, »(0 date. Subject of this letter not known, except so far as it relates to the ratification of the treaty with Great Britain. [Fragment. First part miss- ing.] 4°. 1 page. Clermont. 1797, c/M/i/23. Acknowledging letter of 14th. Monroe's returu from France. Bad faith of the administra- tion was his only reason for declining appoint- ment to France. Advice relative to Monroe's publication. Measures to be adopted. fol. 4 pages. Livingston. Robert R., to Talleyrand. Paris. 1903, Januarij 18, March l(i, au.l April 13. Denial by the government of New Orleans of the right of de- posit The cession of Lopisiana for the interest of France as well as that of the United States. Claims on France. A new treaty. Violation of treaty by Spain. A note to Talleyrandand answer. Introdnction of Mr. Monroe as minister to France. [Copies.] fol. 11 pages. to Monroe. 1803, April 10. Congratulating Monroe on his safe arrival. Has paved the way for Monroe. The minister apprized of his arrival. 4°. 1 page. 1803, April 12. Acknowledges Monroe's arrival in Paris, and proposes to call on him. 8°. 1 page. 1803, no date. Eight diflferent notes relating to pro- posed interviews, presentations and the negotia- tions with Marbois for the cession of Louisiana. 4°. 8 pages. 1803, Aiiril 13. Proposal to call on the Minister for Foreign Aflairs. Orders to seaports to stop sailing of vessels. War inevitable. 4°. 1 page. 1803, April 17. Proposed visit to Cambac^r&s. 4°. 1 page. 1803, April 19. Etiquette of visiting cards ; designa- tions. 8°. 1 page. 1803 (?), May 3, 5. Received Marbois' first treaty, and is copying and translating answer for propo- sition of an amendment. 8°. -2 pages. 1803, May 13. A letter about the treaty, which he returns. fol. 1 page. 1803, May 28. Sends Monroe a note from Marbois and answer to it, which, if approved, may be signed and sent; otherwise having been altered and signed to be sent to Livingston to sign. 4°. 1 page. to Charles Pinckney. 1803, May2S. Acknowledging letters, not dated, and of 5th May. Announces the conclusion of the treaty for cession of Louisiana and Florida. Asks him to collect documents which show that West Flor- ida, as far as Mobile river, is included in the ces- sion. Everything quiet and prosperous in the United States War broken out in Europe with 133 Livingston. Robert R., to Charles Pinckney. great acrimony. Retention of English iu France as reprisal for detention and capture of vessels before any declaration of war. [Eudorsed : "Pro- ject of a letter of Mr. Livingston to Mr. Pinck- ney."] 4°. 3 pages. to Monroe. 1803, May 31. Enclosing a letter to Mr. Piuckuey. If Monroe approves, he may sign anil return it; if not, write another for Livingston to sign. Marbois will not be ready for Mr. Jay till Friday. No answer from Talleyrand. [Underneath, iu Monroe's handwriting, a note that he will see him about it, and is undecided whether to go to Spain or not.] fol. 1 page. to Barb£ Marbois. 1803, June 2. Acknowledging letter of 20th Floreal. Method to he employed for payments of stock in the cession of Louisiana and Florida. [Endorsed "Proposed answer to Mr. Marbois," in Monroe's writing.] 4°. 2 pages. to Monroe. 1803, July 17. Forwards pajiers and hopes to receive others in return. Decree of the French Govern- ment operates very cruelly upon our commerce as well as their own. Laboring to get it changed. 4°. 1 page. 1803, July 31. Marbois claims the promise Monroe had made of a payment in advance. Livingston opposed, but will not disavow anything Monroe had promised. As the order for transfer has been given, he sees no further objection. Affairs on the Continent. Encloses a copy of letter, which he opened as desired. [With a copy.] 4°. 3 pages. 1803, September 9. Uneasy at the responsibility in- curred relating to the guarantee payment in ad- vance of the Louisiana purchase. Whether such agreement would be binding upon our Govern- ment. [With copy.] fol. 3 pages. 4*^. 3 pages. 1803, September 11. Guarantee of the Louisiana pur- chase. Convinced the United States Ministers are not authorized to make such guarantee ; at the same time, Mr. Monroe having promised, he will sign the treaty, but desires certain altera- tions in the text. He is very uneasy about its confirmation. 4°. 7 pages. 134 Livingston. Robert E., 1803, September 25. Introduciug Mr. Longnmair, an American. Hasreceived no answersto two letters. No news from America. Question of the guarantee still hangs. Cannot communicate political mat- ters without the cipher. Can Great Britain find any pretext for blockading the channel ? 4°. a pages. 1803, October 6. Is still without letters from Slonroe. Without Mr. King's cipher, cannot communicate upon political matters. The board of commis- sioners since the arrival of Mr. McClure are doing nothing, as they say they wait for ratificatiou of the treaty. Asks his opinion on subject of French prizes in Spanish waters. 4°. 4 pages. 1803, October 28. Encloses letters to Monroe. Also a joint letter, which he cannot communicate with- out Mr. King's cipher. It contains fullest appro- bation of couduct of the negotiations, except as to the manner ot paying the 20,000,000 fraur.a. Complains that he gets no answer to his letters. The commissioners are doing nothing, to the sur- prise of the Government and injury to individuals. 4°. 2 pages. 1803, December 10. Mr. Labouchfere pays in the re- maining eight millions upon our guarantee. Should the treaty not be ratified, the Treasury to repay it. Thinks it a favorable moment to press for East Florida. Talleyrand promises his aid. Mr. Piuckney communicated with. Chauges in Spanish embassy at Paris. Peace probable with England. Peace with Morocco. Blockade of Tripoli by Preble. 4°. 5 pages. 1804, no date. Copies of the Louisiaua treaty not yet ready to send. 4°. 2 pages. 1804, MarchS. Acknowledging letter of 13th January. Mr. Pinckney writes that Talleyrand kept his word in instructing General Beuruouville to aid him in plan of purchase of Florida, which plan, at present, is laid aside by our Government. The reported objection of SiJain to the cession of Lou- isiana discussed. The plot of assasslnatiou of Napoleon by Moreau, and Pichegru, and two Polignacs. The part supjiosed to have been taken by England in this plot. 4°. 6 pages. 1804, March 15. Acknowledging letter, no date. Kesentment of Bonaparte towards Miss Patter- 135 Livingston. Robert R., son. Mr. Oliphaut. The British prisoners. The plot to iissassinato the First Consul. The subject too delicate to treat without cipher. Not much progress made iu our affairs in Spain. 4°. 4 pages. 1804, April 9. Attempted assassination of the First Consul looked upou with horror by all parties. The death of the Duo d'Enghieu has created a sensation and strongly disapproved of. Effect of the conspiracy will be to establish a new dynasty in the family of Bonaparte. The Drake corre- spondence. His flight. Mr. Watts's new steam- engine to be sent to New York. 4°. 4 pages. Southampton. 1804, May 16. Detained iu Southampton, waiting for his passport, which he desires Monroe to send him immediately. Hopes to see him ou Friday or Saturday. 4°. 1 page. London. 1804, Maij 22. Declines Mr. Monroe's invitation on account of previous engagements. 8°. 1 page. 1804, May 30. Proposes to accompany Mr. Monroe to the House of Commons after dinner. 4°. 1 page. Paris. 1804, Jane 9. Affairs in France and recognition of the Emperor. Moreau's trial. Leniency of the Government. Yrujo's saucy remarks on our claim to West Florida. The Secretary of State will doubtless ask for his recall. fol. 2 pages. 1804, July 15. Correspondence between Mr. Madison and the Spanish envoy ou the subject of the estab- lishment of a cnstom-houso in West Florida. Prep- arations for the new dignity (the coronation of Napoleon). Anxious to return home. fol. 2 pages. 1804, August 23 and September 15. Austria awaits the determination of Russia iu European matters. France will not comply with Russia's demands. Portugal sends special envoy to congratulate the Emperor. Our affairs in Spain unpleasant. Ques- tion of establishing custom-houses in West Florida. Passports demanded by Pinckney. He still re- mains. Awkward position. Livingston thinks now the proper time to take possession of West Florida. [Copy.] 4°. 3 pages. Livingston. Robert R., 1804, November in. Instructions to General Beurnon- ville notiovoked. Mr. Pinckney's letter. French ambassaQor instructed to support us, and thinks when bpain cannot avoid war she will accept the offer to sell. fol. 2 pages. 1804, November 19. Purchase of a book. Believes there is truth in the story relative to Spain. 4°. 1 page, Lloyd. Edward, Washington 1821, January 28. Enclosing a letter to Colonel Fewi on .the subject of Mr. Moore's nomination as consu at Trieste. 4°. 1 page 1821, January 28. Nomination of Mr. Moore as consul at Trieste. Misunderstanding respecting it, Mr. Adams having been named two years before. Requests explanation. 4°. 3 pages. Lloyd. James, to William Lee. Boston, 1819, May «. The United States Bank. Local bank circulation. Views on finance. Unexampled pro- gress in this country. Will the banks suspend specie payments ? 4°. .5 pi to Monroe. 1819, June 12. Acknowledging letter of 20th ultimo, The United States Bank. Financial questions. Manufactures, etc. 4°. 12 pages, 1824, February 3. Reception of La Fayette in Boston, 4°. 2 pages, Lloyd. Tho.mas, Philadelphia. 1814, September 29. Relative to the appointment of Monroe as Secretary of War. 4°. 1 page Logan. George, Stenton. 1815, March 22. Congratulations on peace. Enthu siasm in Pennsylvania. The rights of seamen may be adjusted in a treaty of commerce and friend ship. Criminal selfishness of English negotia- tors. Agriculture should not be sacrificed to sordid views of manufacturers and merchants, Pitt's treaty with France was liberal, but con demned by merchants and manufacturers of both nations. 4"^. 2 p; _ 1817, June 5. Danger to our country through war. The Florida question. Might have been settled had de Onis been received. De Onis friendly to 137 Logan. George, the United States. Ferdinand ready to give the Floridas for a liberal line westward. It were bet- ter treat with him than with the Mexican Eepub- lic. 4°. 3 pages. Lowell. John, London. 1804, June — . Asks for passports for himself and his brother's family for France via Holland. 4°. 2 pages. LowRiE. Walter, Washington. 1824, Februarxj 21. A note (unsigned) appending a memorandum of letters to General Jackson in 1816 and 1817 on the forming of Monroe's admiuis- tratiou from the two parties of the Union. 8°. 1 page. 4°. 1 page. 1824, May 18. Eucloses Monroe's letter to General Jackson of December 14, 1816. 4°. 1 page. Lyman. Theodore, Jr. Boston. 1817, April 12. Asks for explanation of certain parts of the London treaty of 1806 not yet communi- cated to the public. 4°. 2 pages. Lyon. Jonathan, and others, Salem, Ind. 1880, June 12. Certiiicates and orders for payment of fees for jurymen. fol. 1 page. 8°. 1 page. to William H. Crawford, 1820, June 23. Memorial representing that the mar- shal of the district court of United States refuses to pay jurors. Asking redress. 4°. 2 pages. Lyon. M., to Monroe. Eddyville, Ky. 1811, September 26. Views and reflections regarding the critical situation of the United States. War sure to come. Suggestious as to means of defence. large fol. 4 pages. McC . R., to a person unknown. IPlace not stated.'^ 1823, September 3. Affairs in Spain. French abandon- ing hope of taking Cadiz by force. English me- diation. Thinks England has not and will not have designs for acquisition of Cuba; will iuduce Spain to acknowledge independence of South Ainerican states, on their payment of an annual sum guaranteed by England. 4°. 4 pages. McCraie. Archibald, 5e«CLOPTON. John, December 25, 1807. 138 McLean. John, Bichland, Ohio. 1816 June 15. Ohio frieudly to Mr. Monroe's election as President. 4°. 1 page. Sidgeville, Ohio. 1817, September 12. Expressing the wish the President had extended his tour to Cincinnati. Pleased with the absence of party spirit. Anxious for a union of all heads and hearts. Friendly congratulations. 4°. 2 pi Bichland. 1823, April 24. Colonel Young's admiration of the policy followed by the administration. The pres- ent indicationsof war in Europe show how judi cious that policy was. 4°. 3 pages. Washington. 1823, June 30. Acknowledgmeut of his appointment to the office of Postmaster-General. 4°. 1 page 1823, July 2. Will gratify Mr. Monroe's wishes should any vacancy occur in the Post-Office Department. 4^^. 1 page, 1823, July 14. Mr. Isley, postmaster at Portland. No charge is substantiated against him to impeach his integrity. 4°. 3 pages. 1823, August 22. Daniel W. Haley wishes to superin tend the work on the mail road from Nashville to New Orleans. Is well recommended. The course taken in Mr. Isley's case approved in Maine. 4°. 2 jjages. 1826, July 20. Governor Brown and himself propose to pay Monroe a short visit. 4°. 1 page. 1826, August 6. Governor Brown and himself will visit Monroe in the fall. Monroe's successful adminis- tration. The prospect overcast. Strife and pro- scription. Monroe's pecuniary embarrassments. Apension of |5,000 a year should bo paid to Presi- dents on their retirement from office. 4°. 2 pages. 1826, October 31. With Governor Brown, he will visit Monroe this week. 4°. 1 page. 1826, Novembers. Governor Brown indisposed. Their visit postponed. 4°. 1 page. 1826, November 11. Monroe's claims on the Govern- ment. The manner in which Congress considers claims. His course in the War Department. His 139 McLean. John, debt to the United States branch bank. As to its payment in lands. 4°. 4 pages. 1826, December 3. Returns copy of letter to Mr. Kin- gold. Nobody doubts the facts stated. 4°. 1 page. 1827, February I. General Jackson's friends unjustly considered Mr. Monroe hostile to his election. No statement shonid be made at present for the public. Mr. Clay's movements are helping Jack- son. Never thought highly of Clay's wisdom. 4". 2 pages. 1827, Norember 15. Acknowledging letter of 13th. He has taken no part in politics, but iucreased the uesfulness in Post-Office Department. Has pleased the country better than the Cabinet. Mr. Clay. Has kept aloof from the measures of the adminis- tration. Monroe's impartiality. Judge South- ard's correspondence. History will do Mouroe justice. Monroe's claim. A great man in retire- ment should not consider poverty an evil. 4°. 7 pages. 1827, December 19. Monroe's conduct in 1814. Moral courage then displayed by him. 4°. 2 pages. 1827, December 28. Documents relating to Monroe's course in 1814 when War Secretary. His high opiuion of it. ' 4-^. 1 page. 1828, January 9. The correspondence of Monroe and Jackson in 1814. Monroe's position was so clear and conclusively illustrated that McLean is aston- ished it should have been questioned. 4°. 1 page. 1828, January 2rf. The names of Monroe and Madison brought before the public at the Richmond con- vention when they unequivocally indicated they would take no part in the contest. Talk about retrenchment in Congress. Patriotic declama- tion. Admires Monroe's course towards General Jackson. Prudent and dignified. 4°. 2 pages. 1828, March 21. Monroe's memoirs. Monroe's claim before Congress. Present session too much party excitement. Business in arrears. 4"^. 1 page. 1828, March 24. Monroe's administration will receive universal approbation in history. His memoirs. Congress should do justice to him. General Brown's family destitute. 4°. 2 pages. 140 McLean. John, 1828, August 2. The Life of Jackson, by Lee, will be submitted to Monroe before publication for cor- rection. Trusts Monroe's claim will be taken op by next Congress and justice done him. 4°. 2 pages. 1828, August 12. Perusal of Lee's manuscript of Life of Jackson, before publication. 4°. 2 pages. 1828, September 13. Aclsnowledging bis letter. Ap- pointment of postmaster at New York. Mr. Gou- verneur. Chancellor Kent. President Adams does not ask McLean's views ou appointments. 4°. '.i pages. 1828, September 19. Acknowledging letter of 18th. Appointment to office of postmaster iu New York. Mr. Gouverueur's claim for the position may be strengthened by an expression, in his favor, from the principal citizens ot New York. Suggests that Monroe should write to the Pr -sident. 4°. 3 pages Ragerstown . l8-i9, April 4. Charles Hay dismissed. Conversation with Governor Branch. The gratification of par- tisans the order of the day, and the reforms that are to be expected. Jackson lamentably deficient in requirement and capacity. Influenced by those around him. Hisfirmnessthat of impulse. Polit- ical gladiators iu The ascendant. "Private." 4°. 2 pages. Cincinnati. 1829, \oiember 23. Introducing Captain Taylor. Gratified at seeing bim presiding over the Vir- ginia conveutiou. A crisis in the government of the Union. 4°. 2 pages. to S. L. GouVERNEUii. Washington. 1831, August 1. Is designated to deliver an eulogium at a meeting of citizens, to honor the memory of Monroe. Asks for a sketch of his life. Cautions Gou verneur in his political acts not to gratify in- dividuals engaged in electioneering projects, un- less to vindicafe the character of Monroe, if assailed. Xashville- 1831, September 19. Acknowledging a letter and state- ment of Monroe. Unparalleled baseness in at- McLean. John, temi)ting to injure the reputation of Monroe. Mc- Lean's eulogy on Monroe. Feels anxious about Gouverneur's official position. Hopes circum- stances will not oblige him to take any steps re- lating to the subject of the Rhea letter, and Mon- roe's denial. 4°. 2 pages. 1S31, September '2b. Acknowledging letter of 9th. De- clines to have his name presented for nomination as candidate for the Presidency. Clay, Jackson, and Calhoun in the field. The auti-Masouic party determining to lead the way in the election, and acting on exclusively party questions, destroys the prospects of any man. Calhoun's extraordi. nary infatuation. Clay unpopular in the West- Jackson will probably succeed. 4°. 3 pages. Macomb. Alexander, to J. C. Calhoun. Washington. 1822, August 22. Commends a work he has been read- ing on some islands in the Mediterranean, and the island of Elba. 4°. 2 pages. Macon. Nathaniel, Washington. 1803, November 15. Congress has passed the laws necessary to conclude the treaty concerning Louisiana. The transaction is popular. Some friends criticise the manner of the application of the $2,000,000 appropriated. 4°. 3 pages. McRae. Archibald. Richmond, Va. 1819, November 29. Contract with the Department of War. A slander made upon him respecting his influence with the President for offices. His de- nial of the charge. 4°. 4 pages. 1821, September a. Commodore Barron. His situation and sufferings. His wrongs shoold be redressed. 4°. 3 pages. London. 1824, February 7. Acknowledges his letter of 20th and 21st December. The message popular everywhere. Mr. Canning's opinion of it. The immaculate Tommy Ritchie a worthless fellow. Jeffries' speech. The Governmeut differ from the nation in relation to the South American contest. 4°. 3 pages. Madison. J., (Bishop.) William.aburg. 1800, Sorember 9. Ackuowledging letter of 3d. Pro- posed purchase of land. 4°. 1 page. 142 Madison. J., (Biahop.) [_ Place not stated.} ie02, March 17 . Acknowledging letter of Ist. Desires his attendance at a meeting of the visitors of the college. 4°. a pages. Williamaiurg. 1803, December 23. Acknowledging letter 22d October. Monroe's nephew and the late conduct of young men at college. Reflections on advantages of the Louisiana purchase. Indignation at efforts of the opposition to defeat that object. 4°. 2 pages. 1806, May 14. A map of Virginia. Wishes him to obtain a copyright in England. 4°. 1 page. See Clark. Daniel, June 22, 1802. Madison. James, to Charles Pinckney. Washington. 1602, November 27. Enclosing Mr. Clark's letter from New Orleans on the difficulties originated by the Spanish authorities there respecting the naviga- tion of the Mississippi by citizens of the United States. A violation of the treaty of 1795. Express the strongest confidence In the Spanish Govern- ment that this breach of the treaty will be re- paired. [Copy.] 4°. o pages. to Monroe and Livingston, jointly. 1803, March 2. Accompanying letters of credence. Instructions on subject of navigation of the Mis- sissippi and the cession by purchase of New Orleans and West and East Florida, or as much as the pro- prietors will part with. 4°. 36 pages. to Monroe. 1803, Mai/ 31. Acknowledging letter, 9th April. Mostly in cipher. Instructions as to his mission. Also private matters. "Private." 4°. 3 pages. 1803, June 25. Acknowledging letters to the 19th April. The negotiations with France satisfactory. Observations and instructions in cipher. Latest accounts from England indicate war with France. The deposit at New Orleans re-established. Eti- quette of title of envoy extraordinary. Private matters. 4°. 4 pages. See King. Rufus, July — , 1803. 1803, July 30. Acknowledges letter, no date. The purchase of Louisiana receives universal appro- 143 Madison. James, bation. Secures the exclusive jurisdiotiou of the Mississijjpi. Observatious in cipher abuut Mr. Liviugstou, and the pecuniary arrangements of the purchase. Governor Mercer a candidate for the State legislature. 4°. 4 pages. 1804, January h. Instructions about impressment of seamen, and violations of our rights on the high seas. 4°. 51 pages. 1804, February 14. British convention about bonn- daries signed with an exception of Article V. Ob- jections to this article. Annexed to this instruc- tion are copies of letters from Rufus King and Mr. Gore, and one from Secretary of State, December 16, 1H02, on same subject. Also an inquiry concern- ing the boundaries, and extent of 10th article of the Treaty of Utrecht. 4*^. 26 pages. to Marquis de Casa Yruj o. 1804, IfarcA 19. As to complaints of 11th section of an act of Congress for lay ing and collecting duties, etc. Hereafter, in view of the tone which he allowed himself to use, all negotiatious will be conducted on the part of the United States through the diplo- matic agency at Madrid. Follows a short answer in Spanish. [Press copy.] 4°. .5 pages. to Monroe. 1804, MayZ). The Presideut yields to Monroe's refusal to accept the goverament of Louisiana, and sends him to Spain to negotiate in conjunction with PincUney. Mr. Merry's correspondence. [Mostly in cipher.] 4°. 1 page- See Governor Claiborne, June 2, 1804. 1804, July 21. Tide of opinion favorable to the ad- ministration. Newspapers will give accounts o- the affair between Burr and Hamilton. Mr. Merry and Mr. Pichon. Questions of etiquette no longer discussed. Merry's Government has been silent. "Private." 4°. 3 pages. 1804, September 12. Irregularities committed by Brit- ish ships. Mr. Merry, instead of promoting re- dress, sanctions the authors. Will not discuss the matter with him. Instructs Mr. Monroe to lay the matter before the British Government. Disclaims any disrespect towards the British Gov- ernment. The subject will l>e revived in Congress. [Copy.] 4°. a pages. 144 Madison. James, 1804, October 26. Instructions relative to the bounda- ries of the Spanish territory. [Extract in cipher.] 4°. 1 page. to Charles Pinckney. 1804, Octohei- 26. Acknowledging letters of the 2d May, 4th and Uth June, and 30th July. The President will not oppose his wish to returu to the United States. Marquis de Yrujo's verbal state- ments relative to ratification of the treaty. His terms inadmissible. Monroe's mission is to ex- change ratitications. No explanation of Yrujo's delay. [Press copy.] 4°. 3 pages. to Monroe. 1804, Oetoher 26. Instructs him to proceed to Madrid without delay. Refers to enclosed letter from Yrujo for circumstances which call for bis presence in Madrid. Nothing to justify rumors of war with Spain. Particular instructions, at length, partly in cipher. Enclosures of correspondence with Yrujo and of W. Jackson with the President. [Copies and press copies of letters alluded to.] 4°. 47 pages. 1806, May 17. A letter enclosing commissiou aiid cre- dentials authorizing Monroe and W. Pinkney to treat with the British ministry as to maritime wroigs, impressment, trade, and commerce.. 4°. 34 pages. to Monroe and Mr. Pinckney, jointly. 1807, February 3. Instructions relating to the treaty, which is objected to for various reasons, as ex- plained. 4°. 15 pages. 1807, March 18. Instructed to refer to his letter of 3d, that negotiations should not conclude until after the receipt of further instructions; to make no arrangements to allow trade or intercourse of Brit- ish subjects with Indian tribes west of Missis- sippi River. A proclamation will immediately issue suspending the non-importation measure until the next session of Congress. 4°. 3 pages to Monroe. 1807, May 20. Reasons why the treaty with Greal Britain cannot be received and ratified. No pro- vision against impressment. The colonial trade. Indemnity to suft'erers from wrongful captures. 9 b 145 Madison. James, Neutrality laws. Right of search. Blockades, etc. Proposition to renew negotiations. 4°. 50 pages. 1807, July 6. President's proclamation and papers re- lating to the affair of the "Leopard" and " Ches- apeake." Indignant protest and instructions in- terdicting the nsp of our waters by all British armed slii|is. Should reparation be refused by Englauil, uK-iuis to In' taken, without delay, to hasten huuu' all American ships in British ports and the Mediteiiaueau. Advised to communicate with the Russian ambassador. 4°. 1'2 pages. 1811, HO date. Acknowledging letter of same date. Projected visit to Monticello. He has confidence in the friendly and considerate suggestions of Monroe's letter. 4°. 1 page. 1811, March 31. Acknowledging letter of 29th. Is glad that Monroe will be able to come to Wash- ington so soou. An opportunity to secure a suita- ble residence. Thinks it not advisable to wait for his commission. 4°. 2 pages. Montpelier. 1811, July 2. Owner of the privateer is taken. Thinks there can be no difficulty in dealing with him. Foster's letter de erves attention. 4°. 1 page. 1811, August 11. Acknowledging letter of same date. Gales's contradiction of the report alluded to, will be sufficient. The late unreasonable and unwar- ranted condemnations. 4*^. 1 page. 1812, August 8. Acknowledging letter of 6th instant. General Dearborn's force, scanty. Must avail our- selves of the Western spirit to counteract the effect of Hull's failure. Men in abuudance awaiting orders. Suggestion that Monroe should take gen- eral command. The governor at Saint Augustine has deliberately employed Indians against ns. The Spanish minister should be informed. Expected communication from Castlereagh on an adjust- ment. " Private." fol. 3 pages. 1812, August 23. Note from Mr. Foster. Difficult »o account for the spirit of his letters. He would scarcely pay court to the Cabinet in opposition to the Prince Regent. Monroe's communications should be sealed and franked. 4°. 2 page» 146 Madison. James, Occoquon MilU. i%\2, September I. Encloses letter from Atchison. En- closes also letter from Gilbert Taylor as a "me- mento" to the letter Monroe is to write to the Governor of Tennessee ou the subject of the illegal enterprise on foot in that State. 4°. 1 page. Montpelier. 1812, September 5. Acknowledging letter of 2(1 instant. Hull's surrender. Doubtful whether the public advantage would be commeusurate with the sacri- fices, public as well as personal, involved in ac- cepting Monroe's aid. Will consult with the Sec- retary of War. Harrison and Winchester. The former more desirable because of his popularity, fol. 2 pages. 1812, September 6. Acknowledging letter of 4th. The feeling produced by Hull's disaster to be seized upon and given proper direction. A suitable head required. Hull incompetent. Is Winchester able? Harrison's qualifications. Monroe would be best. If not in command, as a volunteer. His presence very useful. Blank volunteer commissions. Oc- cupancy of Canada. Would be happy tosee thiugs take a peaceful turn. fol. 3 pages. '.812, September 10. Acknowledging letter of 8th and 9th. Has not had time to examine the volunteer act. Secretary of War will show Monroe papers from Kentucky which urge his superintendence of alfairs there. Not so much evil in his appointment as that which may be obviated by it. The Western country is all in motion and confusion. It would be grievous if so much laudable ardor should be improperly directed. fol. 1 page. Washington. 1812, September 21. Movements of General Dearborn. Difficulty of obtaining regulars. Fluctuating re- source in the militia. Probable reinforcements from England. Brigade allotted to Smith. His pretensions. General Van Rensselaer's intentions to be explained. fol. 2 pages. 1812, September 23. Admiral Warren expected in Hali- fax with naval force and an offer of peace. Vic- tory over Marmont by Wellington. Movements of British and Indians. Harrison's movements and plans. Supplies of tents, blankets, etc., sent from Pittsburg and Philadelphia for the Northwestern Expedition. fol. 1 page. 147 Madison. James. 1812, December — . Mr. Hauiiltou, of the "John Adama," will be with Monroe to-m rrow. Despatches from Department of State will be taken by Mr. H. Sec- retary of Navy suggests the disclosure of the in- telligence. 4". 1 page. 1813, no date. Expects to see him and Mrs. Monroe to- morrow. Shipment of wine. Encloses papers. 8°. 1 page. Montpelier. 1813, Jult) 19. Acknowledges letter of 16th. Meas- ures to be taken to protect the river, and for the effective force. The Secretary of the Navy's ideas conform to Monroe's. 4°. 3 pages. 1813, August 15. Acknowledging letter of 12th. Hopes the arrival of Bloomfield will contribute to lessen the collisions. Advice from Monroe and the Secretary of the Navy will be useful and ac- ceptable to Bloomfield. Private and personal matters. 4°. 2 pages. 1813, August 19. Acknowledging letter of 16th and 17th. De Forrest's views of British policy toward United States are just ai.d accord with the Execu- tive's. Should be made public, with a change of phraseology. His consent unnecessary. Disposi- tion of the'enemy's seamen. They should be sent home. Our atfa'irs with Sweden. The case of Mcintosh. The difficulty of relieving him. The occupation of the country a wrong to Spain. Congress should be brought to act on it, not the Executive. If the money could be got from the collector into the hands of Mcintosh it might form an item in the account between United States and Spain. Expenses accumulating under the militia movements. Private. 4°. 4 pages. 1813, August 20. Returns papers relating to Yeaton, with opiuion of Attorney-General. The case of the "Alleghany." 4°. 2 pages. 1813, August 22. Returns letter from M. Skinner to General Mason, and other papers. The new 4°. 1 page. 1813, September 1. Acknowledging letter of 30th ultimo. Pinckney to be charged with the expedi- tion against the hostile Indians. Matters conflict- ing with State governors. 4°. 2 pages. 1813, September 2. Acknowledging letter of 31st August. The allotment of General Pinckney to 148 Madison. James, the expetlitiou against hostile Indians. Unac- ceptable to the troops, who prefer their old leaders. General Mitchell best fitted by his experience in Indian affairs. Affairs in Florida. 4°. 2 pages. 181.'?, September 18. Communications through a flag to Bermuda. Subject of defensive arrangements. Letter stating Chauncey had returned to Niagara, having eluded an engagement. 8°. 2 pages. iSee Blount. AVillie, September 20, 1813. 1813, September 2'.i. Confirmation of success of Perry. Question of exemption of duties ou imports of foreign ministers. 4°. 1 page. 1813, October 17. Russian minister's application to pass certain articles exempt from duty. Prisoners at Havana. fol. 1 page. 1813, October 18. Accounts received of Perry's victory, also important addition from Harrison. Direc- tions as to forwarding his letters. small 4°. 1 page. I81i, May 1. Acknowledging letter of 13th. Sending prisoners to England for trial. The President's views respecting exchange of prisoners. 4°. 2 pages. 1814, May 7. Retaliation for the adopted citizens sent to England for trial. Recommends adherence to the principle of the naturalization laws. The Hessian fly ravages. 4°. 2 pages. 1814, May 12. Acknowledging letter of 9th. The armistice. Exchange of prisoners. American ofBcers may be i^aroled. Provost's exultation in the arrangements. Admiral Cochrane's proclama- tion. His blockade not legal, nor his force suffi- cient. "Private." 4°. 2 pages. 1814, May 19. Exchange of prisoners. Retaliation lor adopted citizens seized by Great Britain. In- solence of Prevost. Astor and Parrish on the war loan. Risk in bringing merchandise. 4°. 3 pages. 1814, May 21. Acknowledging letters of 16th and 20th. Prevost's offensive paper returned to him. No prospect of armistice through him. Cochrane's proclamation to the blacks warns us to be pre- pared. British influence on the Continent. Un- civil treatment of our envoys by the Emperor Alexander. Conciliation and patience necessary. Mr. Brent and the filling of consulates. 4°. 3 pages 149 Madison. James, 1814, May 2:J. A pardon. The true question bet»oen the United States and England. Spain, etc. 4°. 2 pages. 1814, Ifa^ 26. Acknowledging letter of --Mth. Con- jectures as to effect of Bonaparte's distress. Loan from Holland. Our twenty-three hostages. Jus- tices of the peace. Indian agencies. Harrison at the head of a commission for treating with the Indians. 4°. 3 pages. Washington. 1814, June 3. A note requesting a consultation with the heads of Departments to decide on plan of campaign and for the defence of the country. 8°. 1 page, 1814, July 14. Brown's victory at Chippewa. General Scott's conduct. Arrival of troops in Canada. 4°. 1 page Monroe. James, to MAmsow. James, 1814, Augiixt —. Acknowledging lettei, no date. Conjectures as to the projects of the euetiiy, who probably count on the eft'ect of boldness and celer- ity and want of precaution on onr part. 4°. 1 page. Vili, August— . Eeinforcements to the enemy. Three tlioimand of her men on the Potonuic. rapors nf all tlie offices are under way to rclinil jilans Nothing to be done to strengthen Wimlir. 11 1( crisis will be short. Works near lilinli-n^biiig, 8,000 to 10,000 reinforcements lauded lu Can:iila. 4'^. 2 pages, Madison. James, 1814, Avguat 21. Acknowledging letter of 20th Means of the Government for resisting an attack Laval's horse. Our troops raw, though numerous. Gaines's fine blow at Drummoud. Prisoners on hand. 4°. 2 pages. See Jones. William, September 5, 1814. See Crawford. William H., March 21, 1815. Montpelier. 1815, Mace* 26. Acknowledging letters of 23d and 24th. Selling negroes in the West Indies taken from United States. Remuneration to their masters. Shameful conduct. Five or six years' labor in the West Indies equal to a negro's life. Cochrane Johnson may be useful. A fugitive under atro- cious charges. His papers, curious. Gardiner's Island. Dr. Waterhouse. 4°. 3 pages. 150 Madison. James, 1815, March 27. Cochrane Johnson's papers worth preserving. Dr. Eustis. A commercial treaty with Holland. Condescension of the Prince of Orange to the British Government. The sup- pressed exposS. Restoration of United States ter ritory. 4°. 2 pages 1815, March 29. Acknowledging letter of 26th. Re tm-ns letter to Admiral Cochrane with emenda- tions relating to sales of negroes in the West In- dies taken from the United States. Case of J. M Smith, under prosecution for treason. 4°. 2 pages. Washington. 1815, no date. Inferences that Mr. de Onis will not concur in our proposition, while we cannot accede to his. Communications must go from Department of State to Spain by special conveyance. 4°. 1 page. Montpelier 1815, April 4. Encloses two letters from Jefferson Suppression of despatches from Ghent recom mended by Mr. King. Impressment of American seamen. Proposition rejected not to employ savages in war and to exclude sailors of each party from vessels of the other. 4°. 3 pages 1815, April 5. Acknowledges letter of 3d instant Negotiations with the Dey of Algiers. Our ultimatum as agreed on. Complimentary pres- ents might be made. Reparation for past wrongs, Liberation of American captives. British seizure of negroes. Perfidious surrender of hostile groes to their masters. Its effect on the British ministry. The principle involved in restoration of slaves. 4°. 3 pages, 1815, April (j. Retention in service of General Ripley Should be brevetted. The case of Burden. Steps to be taken for a pardon or for instituting further inquiry. 4°. 2 pages, 1815, April 8. Appointments to office. 4°. 1 page, 1815, April 9. General Jackson's arbitrary course. His interference with the press and judiciary at New Orleans, after the peace, censured. Cabinet called to deliberate on his conduct. The first step should be to liberate persons unjustly fined The Government should disavow Jackson's con duct. Sentiments of Madison as to the duty of the Executive. 4°. 2 pages. 151 Madison. James, 1815, J;«-i7 10. Acknowledging letter of 8th. General Wilkinson's case, distressing. He probably can not go into the New York custom-house ; asks if he would superintend Indian affairs. Eeasons for keeping the consulates open. Privateering com- missions against the Algeri nes. Contraband stores in neutral vessels. Shall prizes be carried into friendly ports. 4°. 3 pages. 1815, April 15. Acknowledging letters of 10th, llth and 12th. Letter to Dey of Algiers. Dislikes to sanction the formal purchase of American citizens. Security from the barbarians of the tuture. When foreign salaries commenced. Shaler's case. Pas- sage of functionaries in public ships. Consuls to Barbary. Return of negroes. Compensation. Changuion's correspondence. Trade with colo- nies. Discontent about fishery article in treaty. On giving office to Monroe's brother in Mississippi, fol. 4 pages. 1815, April 18. Acknowledging letter of 14th. Gen- eral Ripley's case. Its difficulties. Active merits of Brissel and Smith. Long services of Cushing. General Jackson's delay in reporting the charges against General Wilkinson, in the proceedings to which Governor Claiborne's communications re- late. Inconsistency of King of Spain as to de Onis's commission. Cevallos and de Onis sus- pected of intriguing. Asks if the indecorous and criminal conduct of de Onis should be overlooked. The President asks advice o f his Cabinet. fol. 3 pages. I81b, April '2^. Acknowledging letter of21st. Monroe's health. Appointment of Commodore Lewis. Re- grets a want of knowledge as to Spanish America. In measures with Spain we must keep an eye on Mexico. fol. 1 page. 1815, April 24. Acknowledging letter, no date. Pe- oiniary arrangements for cases of negroes carried off. Appointments and recalls of consuls at Gib- raltar and Tunis. Algier.s. fol. 1 page. 181^, April 25. Acknowledging letter of 23d. Ap- pointment to place held by Mr. Dangerfield. Wishes to appoint Mr. Lewis to Malta if there be no objection to him. fol. 1 page. Monticello. 1815, April 28. Acknowledging letter of 25th. Con- sulate at London and collectorship at New Lou- 152 Madison. James, (Ion. Huntiogton kept in office on account of las Revolutionary services. 4°. 1 page. See Dickens. Asburt, May 1. 181G. Moiifpelier. 1815, May 2. Napoleon's accession to power. Probable results. Course to be taken by the United States. GeneralsWilkinsou and Izard. Suggests a Cabi:]et meeting at Mouticello with Mr. Jeftersou. [Mem- orandum by Monroe relative to the exchanges and surrenderor posts.] fol. 3 pages. 1815 May 4. Encloses Dickens's letter. The frontier posts. General McArthur's wishes for employment as surveyor for the line between Canada and the United States. 4°. 2 pages. 1815, May 10. Appointments for runuiug the boundary lines under the treaty of Ghent. Wilkinson may be employed. The intermediate line 45°. News- paper accounts of violations of neutrality by Portugal. small 4°. 1 page. 1815, Jfai/ 18. Acknowledging letter of 16th. The ap- plication of Daschkoff abrupt. Crawford's pro- longed stay in Paris. Crawford not advised on subiect of his appointment to the War Depart- ment. 4°. 2 pages. 1815 lilayM. Acknowledging letter of 23d. Question of authority between the Navy Board and Secretary of the Navy. Appoiniments. 4°. 2 pages. Washington. 1815, June 12. Acknowledging letter of 3d. Bloody scene among the prisoners at Dartmoor. Investi- gation to bo made. Ratification of the treaty ot Vienna. A pacific turn diflicult. 4°. 3 pages. 1815 June 14. Letter from the Emperor Napoleon. Another from Caulaincourt. General Wilkinson declines to be a commissioner to treat with the Indians. Harrison appointed in his place. McArthur and Graham appointed. 4°. 1 page. 1815, June 26. Acknowledgment of letter of 16th. Nothing from our ministers. Mr. Changuion s recall. Frontier exchanges and surrenders. No change in our affairs at Madrid. De Onis's recep- tion and credentials. Question between Secretary of the Navy and the Navy Board settled. 4°. 2 pages. 153 Madison. James, ^[oiitpeHer. l-'15, Jiilii '.il. Papers enclosort illative to arraiige- ineiits by Colonel But It-r on subjects of Maiden aiitl Miehiliiiiackinac and Isle tie Bois. Butleia capa- ble officer. Entitled to consideration in tilling vacancies. 4^, 1 page. 181.5, August .5. Enclosing letters and jiapers from Mr. Graham. Mr. (iallalin and Mr. Cl.-ivdid n..t come in the "Neptune." Delay proliably occasimicd l.y the commercial treaty. fol. -i jiag<'s. lii\:^, Au{imt\K Waterloo. fol. 1 jiage. ISK), .l«(;»s7 1 I. Tin' fni.al act of the drama at Paris lone l.oiiiv.W 111. on the thidiie.' Will thi^ world go lorwai.l oi liMckward:' Lend Casflcreagh at Paris .stated tliiit England diil not wisli to have a commercial treaty witli ns: .il London, sinci' tlie breaking ont of war, lie has intimateil an altered opinion. Mr. .lefierson at present with Madi.son. fol, 2 pages. 1815, Scptemhef Vi. Commercial treaty proposed be- rwi'cn til. 'at Britain and I'nil.'d States. The coininivsioii.i > I',. I- the lionndary nnder the Treaty of (.In III. 1 1. 1 111 is keeps 11 |i ail incessant lire. His leflirs iiol aiisHcrod. .loseph Bonajiarte si-eks refuge ill the Initcd Slat. sin di^i;iiise. Hisfamilv and I'tfecis to follo^^. Inl. nd.-.l lo h;i\.- \imI.,1 Madison incognito TIh-mmi pr.v .ntcl. ( ■oiu- modoie Eewi.s's agiii.\ hlaiiieil. .V peace dictate.l by Decatur with Dey of Algiers. t'ul. 4 pages. 1815, September 29. Enclosing letter of Mr. Rush. Wishes of General Ripley. Apiiointinents. 4-. 1 i>age. 1810, June l:i. Petition for pardon of one Getz. Brent's conununications from Madrid. Erving's expected arrival there. Gallatin leaves the United States with a heavy heart. Virginia suti'ering from drought. 4'^, 1 page. 154 Mauison. James, 1816, June 24. Ackuowledgiug letters of 2l8t aud 22d. Recognition of M. de Neuville, the new French New appointuients. 4°. 2 pages. 1816, June 25. Instructions for the course to pursue with the Dey of Algiers. Shaler desirous to re- turn from Algiers. Asks if Poinsett would take his place 4°. 3 pages. 1816, July 2. Acknowledging letter of 29th June. Mr. Harris suspended as charg6 d'affaires at St. Petersburg by the Emperor of Russia. The case to be inquired into. Russia to be conciliated. 4°. 3 pages. 1816, July 8. M. de Neuville's arrival at aud departure from Montpelier. Encloses letter of credence. 4°. 1 page. 1816, July 11. Acknowledging letter of 7th. The fisheries. Propositions of Mr. Bagot. In what light is the Gulf of Saint Lawrence viewed by Great Britain? Naval forces on the Lakes. Juris- diction on the Lakes. Judge Woodward's argu- ment touching fugitives. Lord Castlereagh on the enslavement of Christians at Algiers. Why more careful of the blacks than the wliites ? Why does Great Britain seize the Dey's slave ships? 4°. 4 pages. 1816, July 15. Convention for a commercial treaty with Great Britain. Mr. Bagot's propositions. [Endorsements by Mr. Monroe. ] 4°. 2 pages. 1816, July 19. Acknowledging letters of 16th aud 17th. Expected speedy return of Mr. Russell. Treaty with Sweden not probable. Acceptance by Mr. Coles of special service in Russia. Moore Island. De Neuville manifests a wish to promote liberal policy between France aud United States. 4°. 2 pages. 1816, July 21. Acknowledging letter of this date. Arrangement for armed vessels on the Lakes. Re- ply to Mr. Pleasanton's request, that the Govern- ment cannot sanction American officers taking service with a party at war with a friend. Ap- pointmeuts to service in the South Sea. 4". 2 pages. 1817, August 22. Acknowledging letter of 27th July. The public beneiit resulting from Monroe's tour. Recommends William Taylor to succeed Mr. 155 Madison. James, Bourne at Amsterdam. Mr. Joy wishes the same post; a literary man, and at Rotterdam faithful to his duty. Mr. Cathcart driven from Cadiz by the hostility of the consulate there. He is a worthy man ; has an eye to domestic service. 4°. '.i pages, 1817, October 21. Acknowledging letter of 18th. Monroe's letter to General Jackson. Letters in London from Madison to Mr. Jones. Asks if there were political facts in them. Letters from Washington to the President's uncle. Depreda- tions by the insect on wheat. 4°. 2 pages. 1817, November 29. Acknowledging letter of 24th. Opening of the Congressional session. Amend- ments to the Constitution. Congress should have power to make roads and canals. Power to estab- lish seminaries of education. With an overflow- ing Treasury, internal taxation should be reduced. The still tax. Tax whisky rather than tea and coffee. 4°. 2 pages. 1817, December 9. Commendatory of the President's message. Repeal of taxes. Amending the Consti- tution. Amelia Island establishment to bo sup- pressed. Eight of civilized people to Indian lands. Remodelling the judiciary will require further provisions of law in the new States. 4°. 2 pages. 1817, JOecraifctT 27. Acknowledging letter of 22d. The right to Indian lauds unqualified. Rights or claims of persons without laud to vacant unpro- ductive lands. The Cumberland road au utility. Sanctions a national bank. The carriage tax. Road necessary for the post and troops. Congres- sional legislation. Bills signed at midnight. These bills made into precedents! Useful measures to overcome constitutional objections. Judiciary and legislative bills. 4°. 4 pages. 1818, February 18. Acknowledging letter of 13th. Pe- cuniary subject not to be mentioned. Revolution- ary struggle in South America. Mr. Rush's conver- sation respectiug the purchase of Florida. Wish of Spain to obtain the mediation of Great Britain. Statement of Toledo, that the American Govern- ment countenanced the revolutionary party in Mexico. 4°. 3 jiages. 1818, May 21. Acknowledging letter of 18th. E(;uiyo- cal conduct of Great Britain relative to Spanish America. Independence of Buenos Ayres. The 166 Madison. James, views and character of the Emperor Alexander of Russia. Remarkably late spring; backwardness of crops in Virginia. 4°. 3 pages. 1818, August — . Regrets that illness in his family prevented his seeing Monroe when at Montpelier. Hopes General Jackson will appreciate Monroe's marked kindness to him. 8°. 3 pages. 1818, October 2. Acknowledging letter of 27th ultimo. British and colonial trade. Our good ally— ttme.' Sauciness of Spain from expectations of being backed by Europe. Great Britain's position. Wishes England would unite in our views in South American affairs. 4°. 3 pages. 1818, November 23. President's message. Its topic? well presented. Documents relating to South America very curious. Mr. Jefferson's convales- cence. 4°. 1 page. 1818, December 11. Visit to Jefferson with Dr. Eustis. Religious proclamations. The first by Washington, a joint preparation by Randolph and Hamilton. Wishes to procure a copy. fol. 2 pages. 1819, February 1'3. Death of General Mason. Spanish affairs and Florida. General Jackson's conduct is invuluerable to complaints from abroad. His zeal and patriotism. The university. A fast. 4°. 2 pages 1819, July 3. Enclosing a letter from Mr. Scott, who wishes employment. 4''. 1 page 1819, December 11. Approves of the President's mes- sage. Spanish matters. The great powers dis- posed to do justice to us. 4°. 1 page, MiiU, February \0. Acknowledging letter of 5th. Ad mission of Maine and Missouri. The Missouri compromise. When the ordinance of 1787 was passed, interdicting slavery northwest of the Ohio, Congress had no authority to prohibit im portation of slaves from abroad. 4°. 3 pages lS-iO,Fe\)ruary2Z. Acknowledging letter of 19th. The Missouri question. Thinks Congress cannot strict slavery in the Territories. An uncontrolled dispersion of slaves throughout the Union favora ble to emancipation. Inflammatory conduct oi Rufus King. 4°. 3 pages 1820, August 29. Expects a visit from the President Expresses gratification. 4°. 1 page, 157 Madison. James, 1820, November 8. Euclosing a letter from C. D. Coxe. His actual officiiil relations. His impressions are favorable of his personal qualities. 8". 1 page. 1820, November 19. Acknowledging letter of 16th. The message. The Missouri question. A clause in the State constitution, if against the United States Constitution, is a nullity. Free-negro prohibition clause. Recommendation of Jonah Coxe. The typhus fever in Virginia. 4°. 4 pages. 1820, December 28. Acknowledging letters of 18th and 23d. Probable acquisition of Florida. The Mis- souri question likely to be settled. Tench Coxe. Dr. Eustis. Tenure of office. Encroachments on the executive powers of Government confounded in the old Congress. The new Congress exercises an undefined and irregular authority. Relative to Mr. Coxe. 4°. 4 pages. 1820, no date. Recommending Charles H. Smith, of Nor- folk, as candidate for the paymastership vacated by death of Major Opie. Mr. Monroe's accounts with the estate of Mr. Jones. 4^^. 1 page. 1821, January 6. Commeuding Mr. Hackley, who de- sires a position in the Government, to the consid- eration of the President. 4°. 2 pages. 1821, April 7. Retrospective charges for newspapers. University of Virginia. 4°. 2 pages. 1821, Mayi. Recommends Robert Taylor for the office of marshal of Virginia on the resignation of Gen- eral A. Moore. 4°. 1 page. 1821, May 16. Recommends Mr. E. Randolph, a can- didate for coUectorship at Pensacola. His merits. 4°. 1 page. 1822, May 6. Anduaga's reproaches, on account of the delay of recognition of SpanishAmerican republic. Bow to prevent further delay. Frieudship of the United States to South American independence and Mexico. An appeal to Europe. Views of Russia. Appointments of ministers. Asks if a public minister is an officer. A hard winter. The Hessian fly. 4°. 3 pages. 1822, May 18. Nominations of officers of the Army to take rank from certain dates. British practice as to filling military vacancies. Origin of brevets. Effect of a political rivalship. The President too sanguine as to party spirit. 4". 4 pages. 168 Madison. James, 1822, Septemher 24. Acknowledges letter of 16th. Asks if the Senate can vary the date of a nomina- tion to office made to them by the President. 4°. 2 pages. 1822, December 20. General Hull's accounts. Asks if Hull should be paid two salaries for the same period, as governor and general. Refers question to the Secretary of War. An exception taken to the doctrines of the President's message. The in- tention of Marbois to prepare a history of the ne- gotiations preceding the cession of Louisiana. 4°. 2 pages. 1823, January 27. Wishes his nephew, Edgar Macon, to be appointed clerk of the board to execute the award of the Emperor of Russia. 4°. 1 page. 1823, February 3. Mr. Wagner, who wishes permis- sion to publish the archives of the Revolutionary Congress. 4°. 2 pages. 1823, July 2. Acknowledging letter of 28th ultimo. Date of commission of Major-General Jackson. Bad season for harvest. 4°. 1 page. 1823, July 4. Copy of Armstrong's letter to Harrison, aclinowk'dgiiig receipt of his resign:iti(m. 4°. Ipage. 1823, July 6. Asks from the War Department copy of General Harrison's letter of resignation ; also copy of the Secretary's letter accepting it. 4°. Ipage. 1823, July 22. Acknowledges letter of Htb. Wishes the President to send him the date of the first com- mission, issued by the authority of the President alone, to General Jackson. 4°. 1 page. 1823, July 29. General Jackson's commission. 4°. 2 pages. 1823, August 13. Acknowledges a letter not dated. General Jackson's commission. Letters of ap- pointment. The distinction between them and regular commissions. 4°. 1 i)age. 1823, October 21. The friends of George Conway, of Alabama, wish Monroe to name him to the vacant office of laud registrar. 4°. 1 page. 1823, October 30. Intentions of the Holy Alliance to aid Spain iu subduing her colonies. We should en- deavor to defeat the crusade. British co-operation 159 Madison. James, fortunate for us. Mr. Canning's proposal to Mr. Rush. Interest of more weight than principle with Great Britain. The Spanish cause and that cf the Greeks. Canning's disclaimer. 4°. 3 pages. 1823, October 31. Acknowledges letter of 17th. Mr. Crawford recovered, and hopes to go to Washing- ton in a few days. 4°. 1 page. 1823, November 4. Dates of General Jackson's com- missions and confirmations. Madison's previous letters. Appointments by the Executive alone. 4°. 1 page. 1823, December 6. Acknowledging letter of 4th and a copy of the message. Canning's reserve mysteri- ous and ominous. He should have withheld his intentions from Mr. Rush. Approves of the mes- sage. 4°. 1 page. 1823, December 23. Condition of Mr. Cathcart and his family distressing. Appeals to Monroe to rescue bim from the cloud which overwhelms him and his family, if not incompatible with the public interest. 4°. 1 page. 1823, December 26. Alienation between Great Britain and the continental powers. Canning's coaxing at the Liverpool dinner. We must not appear to be Britain's satellite. An expected Congress. A den of conspirators. The course that France is taking. 4°. 2 pages. 1824, February 5. Dates of General Jackson's commis- sions. 4°. 1 page. 1824, April 10. Acknowledging letters of 27th ultimo and April — •. Submits recommendations which sometimes he cannot decline to receive. Dr. Torrey, professor of chemistry. Mr. Cabell and the claim of Virginia for advances during the late war as- signed to the University of Virginia. The mes- sage; his approval. The compact with Georgia. Reciprocity in trade. Madison's relations with Livingston, friendly. 4°. 3 pages. 1824, August 5. Acknowledging letter of 2d. Con- vention with Russia. The advance of France towards a compromise with Colombia. 4°. 3 pages. 1894, December 16. Acknowledging letter of 13th. Has received the President's last message. Effect Madison. James, of lessons taught by the United States. The tree of liberty and its fruits. Trusts that Monroe's claim for reimbursement and compensation will meet with a triumphant issue. Regrets the delay in receiving his outfit obliged Monroe to part with his property. 4°. 2 pages. 182(>, 710 date. Opinion on the publication of the secret journal and foreign correspondence of the Revo- lutionary Congress. [Unsigned, pasted on a blank sheet, on which is a note by Monroe.] 8°. 1 page. 1826, September 20. Proposes to set out vnth Monroe as visitor of the university. 4°. 1 page. 1827, Januarn 9. Letter from J. H. Causten. Mer- cantile claims against France. Virginia Univer- sity. Irregularities among the students. Bank affair. 4°. 2 pages. 1827, March 18. Vacancy in the Virginia University arising from the resignation of Professor Key. 4°. 2 pages. 1827, March 19. Acknowledging letters of 17th and 22d. Virgiuia University. 4°. 1 page. 1827, May 27. Vacancy in the University of Virginia occasioned by the resignation of Mr. Key. "Cir- cular." 4°. 1 page. 1827, June 26. Names presented for the vacant chair in the Virginia University. Hears the bank had arranged Monroe's affairs satisfactorily. Antici- pates seeing him at meeting of visitors at the uni- versity. 4°. 1 page. 1827, .Inly 9. Encloses a copy of letter from Mr. Gal- latin relating to the vacant professorship at Vir- ginia University. 4°. 1 page. 1827, September 24. Appointment of Mr. Long to the London University. Question with the faculty whether he must be retained at the Virginia Uni- versity contrary to his inclination. "Circular." 4°. 1 page. 1827, October 29. Acknowledges letter of 3d, with enclosures, which were sent to Montpelier, Vt. Correspondence about supplies of Army in 1814 at New Orleans. Had not read Jackson's life. Seiz- ure of Pensacola. Vacant chair in the Univer- sity of Virginia. 4°. 1 page. 11 8 161 Mabisox. James, 1827, December 2. J. B. Harrison as successor to Lon^? . in professorship of ancient languages at the Uni- versity of Virginia. 4°. 1 page. 1827, December II. Acknowledging letter of Ist. Mr. Xngersoll's discourse to the Philosophical Society on the condition of the United States. Virginia University. 4°. 1 page. 1828, June 3. Acknowledging letter of Slst ultimo. Corrects an error in date for the visitors at the Vir- ginia University. 4°. 1 page. 1828, June Iti. Mee ting of visitors of the Virginia Uni- versity. Wishes Monroe to join him in a call on Colonel Lindsay. 4^. 1 page. 1828, August 11. Acknowledging letter of 5th. The professorships accepted at the University of Vir- ginia. 4°. 1 page. 1829, March 26 Acknowledges letter of 24th. Mr. Giles's Hudibrastic gun does more harm by its re- coil. Was called on by delegates from Louisa County to nominate candidates. Consented re- luctantly. The tarifl". 4°. 2 pages. 1829, May 1. Acknowledges letter of 28th April. Mouroe and himse.f should decline to attend the election of delegates to the Virginia convention, as their attendance might look like seeking the appointment. The Virginia University. Health. •i*^. 1 page. 1829, September 15. Acknowledging letter of 10th. Recovery from a fever. Will endeavor to be at Kichmond at the convention. Hopes Monroe will attend. The season bilious. 4°. 1 page. 1830, May 18. Acknowledges letter of 13th. The Virginia convention. Jared Sparks on the nego- tiations for peace. Eayneval's statement. John Jay misled in views he had taken in the course of the French Government on the negotiations for peace. Franklin's excellent conduct. 4°. 2 pages. 1830, December 15. Acknowledgeslettcr of 7th. Sym- pathies for the loss of Monroe's wife. Cautions him about the climate of New York. 4°. 1 page. 1831, April 21. Fears the climate of New York will not suit Monroe. The sum voted by Congress may prevent the sale of his estate. The long and 162 Madison. James, uninterrupted friendship of the two ex Presidents. Madison 80 years old. Suggests Oak Hill as an oc- casional residence. Age the cause of microscopic writing and slower and shortersteps. 4°. 1 page. Magrath. La Baroune de, London. t822, November 1. Encloses a letter to her sou, directed to Cincinnati, Ohio, as she is unable to find the name of that place on any map, and asks the Pres- ident to forward it. [lu French.] 4°. 3 pages. Mahy. , Havana. 1822, Julij 4. Translation of a Spanish paper prohib- iting' Mr. Warner from acting as commercial agent until he produces his powers approved by His Christian Majesty and limiting him to the func- tions of his office. Notarial certificate attached. [Translation.] 4°. 2 pages. Makbois. Barb£, {MUnatre du Triaor Public.) to Monroe and Livingston. Paris. 1803, Jpril 3. Conditions of the payment for Louisi- ana. Agreement as to the agents proposed by the United States. [In French.] fol. 1 page. to Monroe. 1803, May 13. The frigate which conveys General Bernadotte is about to sail. The treaty might be sent thereby. [In French.] 4°. 1 page. See Livingston. Robert R. June 2, 1803. 1803, June 20. Copy of treaty will bo sent this morn- ing. The ratification be hopes will be in his hands to-morrow. 8°. 1 page. 1803, June 21. Wishes to know precisely when the ten-million of francs guarantee will be paid into the Treasury. [In French.] 4°. 1 page. 1803, July — . Terms of the negotiations for payment of advance often million of francs for the cession of Louisiana and Florida. [Copy ; in French. J 4°. 1 page. 1803, July — . Acknowledging the receipt of the sum agreed upon as guarantee of the Louisiana pur- chase. [In French.] fol. 2 pages. 1803, Auguet 19. Fears that a letter to Monroe was not received, as he has no answer. Hopes that he will find no inconvenience in fulfilling his inten- tions. [Copy ; in French.] 4°. 2 pages 163 Marbois Barb£, 1803, August 20. The Uuited States is disposed to pre serve peace with all nations. The political status. 4°. 1 page. 1803, September 12. Acknowledging letter 20th August. Questiou of guarantee for the Louisiana purchase, etc. Promises to procure permission for Mr. Monroe (a relative) to return to bis country. [In French, with a copy of part. ] 4°. 3 page. 1803, October 8. Mr. Livingston's hesitation in exe- cuting the treaty. Thanks Monroe for his be- havior, and depends on him to facilitate and execute the matter. Has advanced money to Mr. Monroe's relative. 4^. 1 page. See Baring Brothers. November 14, 1803. 1803, November — . Advance payment for the cession of Louisiana. [With copy of letter to the Minister of Foreign Affairs. In French.] 4°. 4 pages. 1804, March 21. Acknowledging letter, 14th February. Our business is now finished in the most satisfac- tory manner for both republics. Have not yet seen Mr. Patterson. Will take pleasure in ren- dering him service as Monroe's friend and member of an estimable family of the United States. The consuls wish to be remembered. 4°. 2 pages. to Hope & Co. 1804, April 28. Acknowledging receipt of funds on account of the cession of Louisiana. [Copy ; in French.] fol. 1 page. to Monroe. 1804, JVoucmftei" 28. Returns papers lent him. Monroe's application to Talleyrand, relative to the corona- tion ceremonies, will have attention. 4°. 1 page. 1804, no date. Views and observations on the politi- cal status of Europe. small 4°. 1 page. 1829, May 26. States that he wrote him four months before, enclosing a paper concerning the negotia- tions they terminated together. Fears miscar- riage. Marbois' great age. Would like to hear from Monroe. Has pleasant souvenirs of their former intimacy. [In French.] 4°. 1 page. 164 Marshall. John, Richmond. 1784, December 2. Ackuowledgiug letter of 14th No- vember. The resolutions respecting British tleUta passed by the assembly afford a pretest to the British to retain possession of the forts on the Lakes. The assembly is about to rectify the error by directing the payment by instalments. Lands in the Western country. Selling land in Virginia, fol. 3 pages. 1812, June '2^. Declaration of war against Great Brit- ain. Fervent wish for its success. small 4°. 1 page. 1822, Ju7ie 13. Approves of the President's views on internal improvements, but despairs of the adop- tion of the plan. 4°. 2 pages. 1823, December 9. Acknowledges receipt of the mes- sage. Agrees with him that we cannot look on the present state of the world with indifference. 4°. 1 page. 1824, December 13. Acknowledges receipt of his mes- sage. Compliments him upon his administration and regrets his approaching retirement. 4°. 1 page. Washinflton. 1825, March 7. Sends Mr. Monroe a copy of his colo- nial history. Highly approves of Monroe's admin- istration. 4°. 1 page. Biehmond. 182b, July 13. Acknowledging letter of the 29th. Mr. Monroe's accounts. 4°. 1 page. 1826, July 30. Appointing to important offices often proves a painful duty. 4°. 3 pages. Mason. G., Gunston Hall, Fa. n9i, Jan uary iO. Acknowledging letters of 8th Novem- ber and 9th instant. Gouverueur Morris appointed miu ster to France. Thinks it an injudicious ap- pointment. A man of known monarchical prin- ciples. Reflections on the question lately agi- tated in the Senate on that part of the Constitution relating to the appointment of ambassadors. 4°. 2 pages. 1792, February 9. Acknowledging letter of 3d instant. Not surprised at Mr. Moriis's appointment to France. Our new government is one of stock- jobbing and favoritism. Our appointments gen- 165 Masox. G., eriilly uufit. Criticis-ms ou the management of our Indian policy. 4°. 4 pages. Mason. J. Y., to James Madison. Washington. 1832, January 6. Virginia's title to that part of the Northwestern Territory ceded by her to the United States. Asks if steps have been taken by Congress relative to balances due to and from States on the settlement of the act of 17U0 called the as- sumption act. 4*^. 3 pages. to S. L. Gou\t;uxeui{. 1832, March 12. Acknowledges two letters. Cession by Virginia of the Northwestern lands to the United States. Virginia's claims for bounty lauds. 4''. 1 page Mason. Stephen T., Philadelphia. 1795, June 29. Mr. Fauchet leaves for France. The public agitated about the treaty. Thinks there will be general disapprobation of it. British pri vateers continue their depredations. 4°. 2 pages. 1799, January 24. Death of Mr. Tazewell. The Presi dent's commuuicatious ou French affairs. Mr, Pickering's report undiguitied, poor, and temptible. 4°. 3 pages, 1800, January — . Reducing the Army, in the House, Resolution to repeal the sedition law. Mr. Ran dolph's complaiuts of insults by the military Great political movement in Paris. Continued victories over Austria and Russia. 4°. 2 pages, 1800, April 29. Presidential election bill modified. The Federal courts stretching the doctriues of trea- son and sedition. Political inquiry suppressed. Cooper's trial a most cruel and abominable perse cution. 4°. 2 pages, 1800, May 15. The Adams Cabinet splitting and fall iugto pieces. Resignation of McHenry; Pickaroou (as Chisholm calls bim) dismissed. J. Marshall and Samuel Dexter appointed. General Hamilton said to be dismissed, others say he has resigned. Senate's bill for disbanding the additional army, after June 15th, passed with no dissenting voice. 4°. 2 pages. 166 Mason. Stephen T., Bagbeny Plain. 1800, May 23. Question ot etiquette in addressiug and receiving communications through heads of Departments. Great change in public opinion in politics. 4°. 3 pages. 1800, July 18. Suggesting names tor electors in the county of Loudoun. 1°. 1 page. Washington. 1800, December 5. Acknowledging letters of 26th and 28th ultimo. Conjectures as to the result of the election of President in Congress. 4°. 2 pages. 1800, December 22. Encloses copy of convention with France. Conjectures as to the votes for President. 4°. I page. 1801, January 2. Acknowledging letters of 23d and 24th ultimo. Manner in which the House of Rep- resentatives may be convened after March 4th. Uncertainties of the result of the votes of differ- ent States in the House for President. 4°. 3 pages. 1801, February 5. Ratification of convention with France. Chagrin and mortification of the "An- glopeds." Believes the election will result in Jefferson's favor. 4°. 2 pages. 1801, February 17. Jefferson elected on 3tith ballot. Congratnlatious. 4°. 1 page. Georgetoivn. 1801, July 5. Acknowledging letter 25th May. Jef- ferson's administration gains confidence except with leaders of the aristocratic faction, with whom are no hopes of reconciliation. Indications of peculation and plunder abound among the transac- tions of the last reign. Exercise of patronage delicate and difficult for the Executive. Feder- alists are now down, but will rise again should there be supineness on our part or schism in the Republican party. fol. 2 pages. fVaahington. 1801, December 21. Ratification of the French conven- tion. The President assailed by the judiciary on the appointment of justices in the District of Co- lumbia. 4°. 2 pages. 1802, January 27. Has sent Monroe copy of apportion- ment law and census. Bill for repealing the judi- ciary law of last sessioj defeated in the Senate. fol. 2 pages. 167 Mason. Stephen T., 1803, February 26. Action of the Senate relating to Monroe's mission. His exertions will not be ob structed by those who send him. 4°. 2 pages Meade. E., Manchester, Va 1801, February 17. An appeal to arms against the "infernals." OfFrrs his services. Stands high in the militia. No man dare doubt his patriotism, Wishes to be on the " tbrlorn." Wishes an oppor- tunity to sacrifice the di-vils and send them to Moloch, their king! 4°. 1 page, Memachan. William, Philadelphia 1792, February 20. Opinion of the best route to be pursued tor a campaign against the Indians. fol. 4 pages. Mercer. C. F., Waehingto 1831, January 14. Acknowledging a letter detailing Monroe's participation in the events of the morn- ing of December 26, 1770. Errors in Mercer's ad- dress corrected. The efforts of Monroe's friends in getting up his bill in Congress. Mercer will be indefatigable in his endeavors. 4°. 3 p Mercer. H., Bichmond. 1828, January 13. Convention at Richmond. The electoral ticket. Monroe's and Madison's names placed upon it contrary-to their wish to be elec tors. 4°. 1 page, Mercer. John, Pan 1803, December 6. Acknowledges letters, no date. In- dignant letter from a person [Livingston] charg- ing the Commissioners, acting under the Conven- tion of 1803 with France, with delay and neglect in the discharge of their business. He had been answered that they considered themselves ac- countable only to the administration and would not consent to his interference. 4°. 3 pages 1804, May 11. Acknowledging letter, no date. Prob- able change of the Government in France: to be hereditary in the family of the present chief mag- istrate, with title of Emperor. Caunot discuss the matter, as it might cause inconvenience. The American Claims Commission. Increased confi dence in America in the measures of the adminis tration. Federalism in the dust. 4°. 3 pages 1804,J«nel7. Acknowledging letter of 8th. Explan- atory and in vindication of the charges by certain 168 Mercer. John, parties, iucluding Livingston, of delay in prose- cuting the business of the conveution for the settlement of French claims and the statements that the claimants are clamorous. Declares that in iuterfering Livingston is not in his province and they intend to act independently of him. 4°. y8 pages. 1804, Auguat'iZ. Settlement of claims in France under the French conveution. Proceedings of the min- ister of the United States. Decisions in 400 cases have been made; 13 cases remaining undecided. 4". 4 pages, Fredericisburg 1809, May 25. Acknowledging letter of 2:id. The ad- ministration have abandoned the ground Monroe was directed to talie in England. Having sue ceeded in the election, they do not think it neces sary to keep up the excitement. Hopes to visit Monroe iu Albemarle in the month of August. 4°. 2 pages. 1815, November 16. Acknowledging letter of '3d. Dis- claiming all ageucy in causing Randolph's oppo sition to Jetfersou, and giving details of incidents during his residence iu Europe at the time of Monroe's missions there, to show also that Monroe had not influenced Randolph. Gives proof of Monroe's entire harmony with Jefferson's admin- istration. Conversation with Randolph about Cabell iu Paris. Livingston's conduct and want of fitness for the office he held. Denies that in his political conversations he ever intimated he was giving Monroe's sentiments. [With copy.] 4°. 32 pages. Mercer. J. H., West River, Md. 1813, January 3. The new representation in Congress averse to the war. If the war is to be continued, such measures should be i)ursued by negotiation as to render it no longer a party war, but a war of the nation. 4°. 6 pages. 1813, June 21. Party spirit. Denounced as the "old apostate, Mercer." Denies ever having heard of the meeting at which he was reported to have been present. Mr. Madison reported ill. 4°. 2 pages. MicHiE. David, Buck Island. IH28, March23. Acknowledges threel etters. Monroe's pubHc services. Endeavors of envy to keep MiCHiE. David, back his meritorious services. The eusuiug elec- tion. Disgraceful course of the Bank of Virginia toward Monroe. Judge Nelson in the next legis- lature. 4°. :? pages. MiDDLETON. W., See Adams. John Quincy, July 20, 1820. Miller. James, Temple. i819, Ftbruarn 13. Solicits the office of receiver of public moneys in some of the new Territories north of the Ohio River. Speaks of his services. 4°. 2 pages. Minor. John, Fredericksburg. 1808, March 10. Candidates for the Presidency. The nomination of Jefferson to be represented as not hostile to Monroe. Views regarding Monroe's prospects. 4°. 3 pages. 1812, October 11. Critical condition of the country. Threatened divisions among our people. Dreads a civil war. Reports that Monroe has been 7ppointedCommander-in-Chief, and that Jefferson nad agreed to take his place [as Secretary of State]. Sorry it is not true, small 4°. 3 pages. 1815, March 2. Congratulations on the termination of the war, which has occurred during the adminis- tration, in which Monroe has been so conspicuous. Feared the labors of his office would be too much for him. Hopes to have a visit from him. fol. 2 pages. Minor. Lancelot, Louisa. 1815, January 14. Asking for a position for his son in the Army. Encloses certificates of bis capacity and character. 4°. 3 pages. MlUALLA. Mr., See Jefferson, June 23, 1823. Miranda. Francisco, General, to Mr. Prevost. Parts. 1797, March 29. Declines to grant Mr. Prevost a per- sonal interview; does not know him, and is too much occupied. [In French.] 8°. 1 page. to Monroe. 1797, April 2. Acknowledging letter of 17th March. No truth in the report that papers relating to ne- 170 Miranda. Francsico, gotiation with Mr. Pitt were conMed to Mirauda by Hamilton aud Knox for the object of liberating South America. Mr. Paice mistook certain private notes for negotiations. [In French.] 4^^. 2 pages. Mississippi River. No date. Notes on the Mississippi River, the East and West Floridas. Statistics of all the country inter- vening. The boundary lines of the United States. [Endorsed, "Supjiosed to be written by a Mr. Pintard." This name was cancelled afterwards.] 4°. 44 pages. Mobile. Citizens of, IbSl, March "21. In behalf of the citizens of Mobile, a remittance is sent Monroe of subscriptions, with a deep sense of his services to his country, to ex- tinguish his debts. 4°. 1 page. Monroe. J. S., Neio York. 18".J1, June 17. Acknowledges a letter. Resents re- ports derogatory to him. Family matters. His jirojected marriage. 4". 3 pages. Montgomery. Robert, Alicante. 1795, Septemier 28. The Dey of Algiers agreed to a peace with America on the 5th current, and on the following day declared war against England. 4°. 1 page. Moore. John, Salem. 1820, Jane 21. Certificate that the marshal of Indiana refused to pay jurors for the United States dis- trict court. 8"^. 1 page. Morris. Tho.mas, See Calhoun. John C, June 19, 1821. Morris. William W., Saratoga County, N. T. 1808, January 2. Congratulates Monroe on his arrival. 4°. 1 page. Morrow. Jeremiah, Washington. 1814, February 2. Asking info^-matiou as to date of appointment of J. Q. Adams to the court of Ber- lin. 4°. 1 pages. Mullett. Thomas, London. 1806, Jpril 25. A friend, in an interview with the Lord Chancellor, stated that the latter said that it Pitt had lived war would have been iuevitable. MuixKTT. Thomas, Now tbe systfiii is clianped, and a more liberal policy towurds AiiuTk'U will be established by Par- liament; thinks the AnuTicaus have been basely pluiulered, and outitlt-d to coinpensalion and se- curity for tbe future. 4°. 3 pages. MULLOWNEY. .John, to Jefferson. Philadelphia. 1H07. Jane'iO. The iudiguatiou ami resentment he feels towards Great Britain for her insults to our country induce him to ofter his services to the President in whatever station ho might place him in time of necessity. ■i°- 1 page. 1809, Febriiart/ 15. Asks him an acknowledgment of the oti'er made him Juno :!0, 1807, of services in case of the "Chesapeake." 4'^. 1 page. See Jepfkkson, March 2, 1809. to MONKOE. 1814, Kovember 2"). A scheme of defence against the fleets of the enemy: light, flat-bottomed boats, rowed by 'J6 men, to carry 1()0 men, with cannon to attack the boats of the e'nemy when debarking. 4°. 3 pages. to JoN. Roberts. 1819, December 11. Hears that a public ship is to be sent to Chili to obtain redress from Lord Cochrane. Tenders his services in the Navy. 4°. 1 page. Murray. George, to Colonel Butler. York. 1815, April '27. Mutual restoration of the places cap- tured by either party during the late war, in con- formity with the stipulations of the treaty of peace at Ghent. [Copy.] 4^. 3 pages. Nagkix. Aug. de, {Minister of Foreign Affairs of Belgium.) Brussels. 1811), October 2\3. Proposal fortreaty of commerce with Netherlands, to be entered into at Brussels. This communication transmitted by Mr. Eustis, United States minister. [In French.] 4°. 1 page. Nelson. Hugh, GeorgeUncn. 1812, April '. Returns a letter of Mr. Adams. End of tTie Yazoo controversy. 4°. 1 page. Nelson. Hugh, John Watson, and John Kelly, IPlace not stated.'] 1823, January 31. Opinion as to the value of certain property in Virginia belonging to Mr. Monroe. 4°. 2 pages. 172 Nelson. Hugh, Gibraltar. 1823, Jitli/ 28. Detained on his mission to Spain by tUe French lih)ckii(te. Political tletiiils concern- ing Spain and Portugal. 4'^. 13 pages. Madrid. 1824, August 19. Wishes to return home and retire to private life. Political affairs in Spain. 4°. 8 pages. 1824, August 29. Does not wish to remain longer in Spain than the administration period. Disserta- tion on couditiou of Spain and the Spaniards and futnre. 4°. 7 pages. Bichmond. 182,9, January 24. Acknowledging letter of 19th. Has distributed Monroe's memoirs, which were ad- dressed to Colonel Preston. The memorial to Con- gress for Monroe's claim being signed by his friends. Strong excitement about the tariff of 1824. 4°. 4 pages. Belvoir. 1829, November 12. Acknowledging letter, no date. Rejoices at the harmony of the convention. The nomination of Monroe to be President of the con- vention by Madison. Tliinks the number of white people should be the basis of representation. Taxpayers. Western people should hold the bal- ance of power. One section should not be able to tax another for its own peculiar benefit. 4°. 3 pages. 1830, Jmie 28. Has been ill. Fully occupied in busi- ness. Hopes to see him at the meeting of visitors of the Virginia University. Monroe's claim in Congress. Mr. Rives unfriendly to Monroe. 4°. 3 pages. 1830, December 15. Expresses sympathy for the afflic- tion caused by Mrs. Monroe's death. Monroe's memorial. 4°. 2 pages. 1831, April 4. Acknowledging letter of 27th ultimo. Regrets that Monroe is obliged to go to New York to live, yet it is no doubt better to be with his family. Ingratitude of his native State. Chiv- alry merged in selfishness. In New York is to be found that high-niindedness and magnanimity which once was the boast of Virginia. Bob- tailed politicians. 4-=. 2 pages. 173 Nesseluode. Count, St. Pelcrahiirg. {t) 1817, June 10. Acknowledging the letter announcing his elevation to the Presidency, to be submitted to the Emperor. The Consul-General Kostoff af- fair. Expresses the harmonious and amicable feelings of the Emperor, who has appointed for minister ro the United States the Baron do Tuyll. [In French. I fol. 2 pages. Neuviixe. Hyde de, Lisbon. 1824, July 3. Now French ambassador at Lisbon. His attachment to the United States. Compli- ments Mr. Monroe and his administration. The revolution in Portugal. Noble action of the dip- lomatic corps. Geuer.il Dearborn. Mr. Brent. [In French.] 4°. 4 pages. New Ohleans. Citizens of, Xew Orleans. 1831, April 4. A remittance from the citizens of New Orleans as a gift in grateful remembrance uf his services to his country. 4°. 1 page. Nicholas. Wilson Cary, JTasMngton. 1801, February 15. No change in votes for President; after balloting four days. Is convinced that Mr. Jefferson will be declared President. 4°. 1 page. 1601, February 17. Jefferson elected President of the United States. James A. Bayard nominated as minister to France. 4°. 1 page. 1803, March 1. Failure of the attempt of the Federal- ists to force us into a war with France and Spain. Importance of Monroe's mission. Free navigation of the Mississippi. No doubt Monroe's trust will be discharged satisfactorily. Mr. HoUins's case, fol. 3 pages. Biehmond. I8lb, January 27. Acknowledging note of 23d. Con- {jratulations on the probable successes at New Orleans. State of the militia in Virginia. Their deplorable condition. Hopes to get relief from the Government. "Private." fol. 1 page. Nicholson. Joseph H., Baltimore. 1807, April 12. Acknowledging letter, no date. The treaty with Great Britain not satisfactory to the President. Jefferson's popularity. His will that of the nation. Monroe's return looked for. His friends wish to nominate him for the Presidency. Burr's projects defeated. Wilkinson strongly sus- pected of being concerned in the treason. 4°. 4 pages. 174 Nicholson. Joseph H., 1814, September 1. Asking positiou of assistant quar- termaster for Commodore Barney's son. Affirms that General Smith is totally untit and unworthy to command at Baltimore. "Private." 4°. 3 pages. 1814, September 18. Bombardment of Fort McHenry. Gallantry of General Armistead. Collision be- tween Smith and Winder. Both claim the com- mand. Thev should have made prisoners of the 9,000 English with their 20,000 regulars and mili- tia. 4°. 2 pages. to WlLLIA.M PiNKNEY. 1816, March 2. Congratulating him on his appoint- ment to Russia. Recommends Louis Eichelberger as secretary of legation. The claims of Monroe for nomiuation for the Presidency. 4°. 2 pages. Nolan D. William, Jldie. 1822, June 25. Wishes Mr. Stewart's son placed in Mr. Hay's office. His son's oration in Georgetown, in which he related an anecdote of Mr. Monroe con- cerning the Bank of Columbia in the last war. 4'^. 3 pages. Nashville. 18-2i, September '26. The Hermitage. GeneralJackson ; his hospitality, farm, house, furniture. His family clothed in homespun. Nashville. Inducements to agriculturists. General Call's marriage. Gen- eral Sam Houston. 4°. 3 pages, O'Brien. Captain, to H. D. . [ Place not stated. ] 1806, May 28. A plan by which, for a consideration of $525,000, the Prince of Peace would exercise his good offices with the King of Spain to cede the Floridas to the United States. [Memorandum.] 4°. 1 page. O'Brien. Richard, Philadelphia. 1807, JiDie 20. Land purchased in Florida by persons who anticipate its cession to United States. Its importance to Spain. It could probably be pur- chased. Talleyrand and the Prince of Peace not to be neglected. 4°. 2 pages. 1807, December 20. Substance of a conversation with George Taylor, formerly chief clerk in the Depart- ment of State, relating to a supposed intercepted letter from the French minister. British gold used for corruption reported. 4°. 2 pages. 175 Odessa. 1819, «o date. Notes made ou Odessa ; its commerce, au'l on the commerce of Constantinople and Smyrna. [Extract, author unknown.] 4'^. 18 pages. Onis. Chevalier dc, Philadelphia. 1814, March 27. Eacloslny him a copy of the constitu- tion of the Spanish monarchy, also another for the President. [In French.] " Confidentielle." 4°. 2 pages. 1816, Juli/ 5. Acknowledging letter of Ist. Demands of the Dey of Algiers regarding the restitution of the brig "Nuevo." [Translation of a Spanish note. 4°. 2 pages. to John Quincy Adams. 1817, September 6. Projected attempt of French emi- grants to invade Mexico and then proclaim Joseph Bonaparte. Asks the Secretary to bring the sub- ject before the President. [Translation.] fol. 3 pages. 1817, September 19. The Spanish polacre "Santa Maria" captured by pirates. Remonstrance that vessels are fitted in the ports of the United States for purposes contrary to neutrality. [Transla- tion.] " ibl. 2 pages. Page. John, Richmond. 1804, March 14. Congratulations on his success in his negotiations in France and England. 4°. 3 pages. Paine. Tho.maS, to the French Convention. Paris. 1794, August — . Appeal for his liberation from prison. Urges his love of France and patriotism. [In English, with French translation.] fol. 4 pages. to Monroe. 1794, August 17. Requesting his good offices to effect his relea.«e from prison, and slating that the late minister, Mr. Morris, who was his inveterate ene- my, made no exertion for him. small 4°. 2 pages. 1794, August 18. Elected member of the Convention. Voted a French citizen. No idea of giving up American citizenship. Imprisoned for being a foreigner. Applied to Minister Morris to reclaim him, but without effect. Imprisoned seven months. 176 Paine. Thomas, Asks Monroe to exercise his authority to release him. Copies annexed of two invitations to accept office of deputy. fol- 4 pages. 1794, Augvst 25. Still in prison at Luxembourg. Urges Monroe to efifect his liberation. Is without money, small 4°. 3 pages. 1794, September 14. Reviews a speech of his at the tribunal of the Convention advocating the sus- pension of the execution of Louis XVI. Gives some reasons why he accepted the invitation of the Convention. " [Copy from a life of Paine.] fol. 2 pages. 1794, September 14. Memorial, when in prison, to Mr. Monroe, respecting his citizenship and claiming his interference for his liberation. Review oi his acts while member of the Convention. Claims that he did not lose his American citizenship, though his sympathies were strong for France and the revolution. small 4°. 24 pages. Paris. 1794, October 4. Acknowledging letter of 18th Sep- tember. Relieved to find himself not entirely for- gotten. Cannot conceive the motive for his im- prisonment, thinks it is his literary and philo- sophical reputation, and that he is the victim of his talents and principles; his having been born in England a flimsy reason. Prays Monroe's inter- ference to effect his release. 4°. 4 pages. 1794, October 13. Has been ten months in prison. Wishes Monroe to demand his release as an Ameri- can citizen. 4°. 6 pages. 1794, October 14. Continues in prison. In absolute necessity for supplies. Has no friends to call upon. Asks Monroe to send him candles, soap, and sugar, small 4°. 1 page. 1794, October 21. Acknowledging letter of 17th. Ap- peal for his liberation. Review of his past acts, and suggests the method for Mr. Monroe to pur- sue. A proposed letter to the Convention, and a translation of same into French. small 4°. 27 pages. \794, no date. Thinks America gains no credit for his long imprisonment. Neglects her citizens and encourages insults from foreign nations. Urges Monroe's endeavor to release him. small 4°. 3 pagea. 12 8 177 Paine. Thomas, 1794, no date. Urges Monroe to hasten and effect hia liberation, as his health is suflfering. small 4°. 2 pages. Vereailles. 1795, July 19. Asks for loan of money. Reflections on conduct of American Government — of soliciting a dishonorable treaty with a government that is soliciting peace on any terms. 4°. 1 page. IPIace not stated.] 1795, no date. Thanking Monroe for his kindness. Will remain a few days. Has some work on hand. Gun-boats building at Brussels. 4°. 1 page. 1803, no date. Cession of Louisiana. Question as to its settlement. A constitution for Louisiana. Mr. Madget. Thinks it advisable that Spain should sign or attest the cession as a compliment, and that the present political state of things in France will not be durable. 4°. 4 pages. New York. 1807, December 30. Congratulates Monroe on his re- turn. The British Government is mad. In London it is believed that war with America is resolved on. Oilers of loan to the United States by bankers at Brussels. Asks for information of policy and plans of British Government. 4°. 1 page. Palmela. Count de, Kio de Janeiro. 1821, February 21. Project of a constitution supposed to have been submitted to the King of Portugal and his council.. [A copy in Portuguese.] 4°. 4 pages. Pakish. David, to A. J. Dallas. Philadelphia. 1814, May 2. War loan. Difficulty in findiug pur- chasers. Suggestions ou borrowing in Europe. The houses of Hope and Baring. By granting facilities Parish could induce his friends to furnish funds by shipments of goods to this country. 4°. 3 pages. Parker. Richard, Lawfleld. 1802, June 22. Protesting against the appointment of Mr. Tayloe, and petition in favor of Mr. Redman, as colonel. 4°. 1 page. Peabce. Dutee J., Newport, B. I. .831, May 28. Ardently desires the restoration of Monroe's health. Aged statesmen older than the 178 Pearce. Duttee J., Government may give wise counsel. The vote of Congress on Monroe's claim. Has faith in the jus- tice of republics. Desires a few lines from Monroe as a legacy. 4°. 2 pages. Pendleton. J., IPlace not stated.'^ 1802, December 6. Expresses his intention to resign his seat iu the council. 4°. 1 page. Philadelphia. Citizens of, 1796, no dale. Address of citizens congratulating him on his return from France, and declaring their appreciation of his valuable services, his fidelity, probity and good conduct. [Copy.] fol. 2 pages. Pickering. Timothy, Philadelphia. 17%, July 22. Acknowledging letter of April. Case of the " Cassius," alias "Les Jumeaux." Arrest and imprisonment of Mr. Guenet. The French Republic has no reason to question the justice of our courts, and will acquiesce in the decree. 4°. 4 pages. 1797, July 1. Acknowledging letter of 30th June. Will receive him at his office to-day for informa- tion to be communicated. [Draft.] small 4°. 1 page. 1797, July 17. Acknowledging letters of 6th and 8th. Monroe's request unexpected. The President can recall a minister or dismiss an officer, if he thinks he has grounds, without testing the propriety or expediency of it by a formal trial or public dis- cussion. Cannot comply with his request. 4°. 1 page. 1797, July 24. Removals from office depend upon the pleasure of the Executive power. A demand for reasons cannot be complied with. Circumstances might be such as could not prudently permit the subject to be brought to a formal discussion. 4°. 4 pages. 1707, July 2i. Acknowledging letter of 19th. Absence the canse of not answering it. Will write to- morrow. 4°. 1 page. 1797, July 25. Improper to attempt an official expia- tion of reasons and motives of the late President in removing Monroe from office, but, as an indi- vidual citizen, will explain why he (Pickering) ad- vised the measure if Monroe desires it. 4°. 1 page. 179 Pickering. Timothy, 1797, August 15. Informs him that Mr. Taylor has come to (he oflSce and can atteud him for purpose requested. 8°. 2 pages. to D.\wsoN. John, 1798. April 13. Exceptions to items in Monroe's ac- counts. Explanation required to make them ad- missible. 4°. 1 page. JTashington. 1808, April 4. Wishes to know if the statement of the President in his proclamation is true, that Monroe represented to the British commissioners, subsequent to renewal of the negotiations, that he and Pinkney were acting against their instruc- tions, and that their Government therefore coalu not be pledged for ratification of the treaty. 4^^. 3 pages. PiNCKNET. Charles, See Madison, November 27, 1802. See LiviNGSTox. Robert R., May 28, 1803. Madrid. 1803, Novemher 14. Wishes to know if he is coming to Spain. Wishes his opinion whether Spain will be involved in the war. States the method by which correspondence can be carried on. Introduces Mr. O'Reilly. 4°. 2 pages. 1804, February 2. Wishes to know when he is coming to Spain, and what are his opinions as to the future conduct of England towards Spain. It is rumored that Spain will send five to six large regiments to America. Her ministers deny it. Very anxious to hear from Monroe often about matters in England and at home. 4°. 2 pages. Madrid. 1804, February 2. Introducing Mr. Fonvergue, ol Louisiana. 4°. 2 pages. 1804, February 22. Mr. Graham, the bearer of the let- ter, will give details of the renunciation of the King of Spain of his objections to the cession of Louisiana to United States by France. The French ambassador thinks that when war is apprehended between England and Spain, Spain will offer any- thing wished by the United States, relating to purchase of Florida. Desires to hear ofiener from Monroe 4°. 2 pages. 180 PiNCKNET. Charles, 1804, November 12. Acknowledging letter, no date. Important that everything respecting Monroe's husiness in Spain should be fixed and settled at Paris before he leaves. Nothing can be done at Madrid but through influence of the French court. The war with England is favorable for us to ob- tain what is necessary at Paris. Unsafe to write by the post. 4°. 2 pages. 1804, November 18. Sending Monroe his passport for baggage. Advises hm where to reside at Madrid. 4°. 2 pages. PiNCKifEY. Charles C, See Madisok, October 26, 1804, and February 3, 1807. PiNCKNEY. Thomas, Charleston, S. C. 1821, February 22. Aslss for the appointment of his grandson, Benjamin Huger, to West Point as cadet. Services of his family to the United States. 4^. 3 pages. PiNKUEY. William, London. 1804, January 4. Relative to calling at Buckingham Palace with Monroe, to inquire after the health of the King. 8*^. 2 pages. See Gore. C, February 23, 1804. Manchester. 1804, August 30. Sorry he cannot go to court with him the next day. To any future levee, however, he will go with pleasure. 4°. 1 page. LivernooJ. 1806, June 19. Announcing his arrival at Liverpool. Asks his aid in getting his effects passed through the custom-house. Also, to ask his friends to pro- cure suitable lodgings for him. 4°. 4 pages. London. 1806, July 1. A shot tired by the British ship "Lean- der" killed one Pierce. Statement of lieuten- ant on the " Leander" that it was not intended. General Lyman wishes to know whether the de- position of the captain might not be useful. 8°. 3 pages. 1806, July 2. Acknowledging a letter of 1804. Asks Monroe to call upon him the next day. 4". 1 page. 1806, July 4. Enclosing a note from Lord Auckland. Purviance not arrived. 8°. 1 page. 181 PiNKNEY. William, 1806, Juhj 23. Asks him to request General Armstrong to procure a passport in Paris for Mrs. De Bernifere who wishes to join her husband in France. 4°. 3 pi 1806, July '2b. Agrees to change the phrase ia their letter aa Monroe suggests. The immediate recog nition of Count Strogouof by the English Minister, and the delay in the reception of them and of their credentials. 8°. 2 pages. 1806, August 2. Approves of a note to Lord Grenville. 4°. 1 page. 1806, August — . Presentation at court. 4°. 2 pages, 1806, August —. Dinner at Lord Holland's. 8°. 1 page 1806, September — . Wishes to know if his not having been able to attend the levee will be an impedi ment to his presentation to the King on his birth day. 4°. 1 page 1806, Korember 1. British project on impressment Lord H. Hoskyn's memorial. 8°. 2 pages. 1806, Korember 4. Encloses sketch of an article on com pensation and amendments of projects of the British commission. Trade with the West Indies. 4°. 2 pages, 1806, November 4. Sir J. Nichol's paper on impress- ment. We must be firm and positive on our side. Regrets he cannot dine with Monroe. 4°. 2 pages 1806, November 9. Note of the British commissioners. Thinks it not necessary to answer. The Guildhall dinner. 8°. 1 page. 1806, November 17. Lord Holland's informality. 4°. 1 page. 1806, December 5. Meeting of British commissioners. Article in "Courier" on the negotiations. 8°. 1 page. 1806, December 11. Accepts invitation to dinner to meet Lord and Lady Holland. Invites Monroe, Mrs. Monroe, and daughter to dinner. 8°. 1 page. See Holland and Auckland. Lords. December 31, 1806; February 10, 1807. 182 PiNKNEY. William, 1806, no date. Joint note of transactions of the mission to be sent to America. Encloses sketch of it for approval. Encloses letters to General Armstrong and Bowdoin. Also a copy of a note from Monroe to Canning. 4°. 3 pages. 1806, no date. Enclosing Lord Holland's note. As to presentation of friends. 8°. 1 page. 1806, no date. Edlative to their joint note to Madison concerning negotiations. Indemnity and impress- ment. 4°. 2 pages. 1806, no date. Letter of credence to be presented to Mr. Canning. Considers himself as only charg^ d'affaires. 4°. 2 pages. 1806, no date. Joint note to Lords Holland and Auck- land requesting a conference. Asks if an answer is necessary. Proposal that they should go to- gether. " 8°. 1 page. 1806, no date. Returns Canning's note. 8°. 1 page. 1806, no date. Articles and letters for Monroe to be sent to Baltimore. 8°. I page. 1806, «'o date. Letters enclosed concerning negotia- tions. 8°. 1 page. 1807(?), no date. Suggestion as to i;he permanent recep- tion and accommodation of our vessels of war at Naples. Encloses letter from Nicholson. 4°. 1 page. 1807, no date. Sends second letter with enclosures. [Endorsed by Monroe, " refers to second letter to Mr. Madison."] 8°. 1 page 1807, no date. Mr. Purviance's expected nrrival Thinks best to send him a passport without delay 4°. 1 page 1807, no date. Encloses Lord Holland's projects or Indian trade. small 4°. 1 page 1807, no date. Suggests one alteration to note to Gen oral Armstrong. Personal inquiry preferable to one in writing of Mr. Canning. 4°. 2 pages. 1807, no date. Views the transaction to which Mr Cannirg alludes in the same light as Monroe. 4°. 1 page. 183 PiNKNEY. William, 1607, no date. Suggests a letter to Lord Holland. Will be at home the next day to receive Monroe. 4°. 1 page. 1807, January 20. Export duties. Compensation pa- pers will be sent by Mr. Purviance. 4°. 2 pages. 1807, January 27. Despatch No. 8. Sends proposed letter on subject of Yrujo's despatches. Encloses draft for £300. 8°. 1 page. 1807, February 16. Regrets being out when he called Acknowledges receipt of Monroe's projects. Sng gests an interview of an hour before the meeting 4°. 1 page 1807, February 18. Project on the subject of boundary enclosed. 4°. 1 page 1807, February 23. Negotiations with the British co 4°. 2 pages, Wishes it sent to hira. 8°. 1 page, 1807, March — . Proposes to make a list of claimants Lord Holland's projects relative to boundaries. 4°. 3 pages, 1807, March 11. Refers to an alteration in a note tc Lords Holland and Auckland. 8°. 3 pages, 1807, March 16. Appointment to call upon Monroe the next day. 8°. 1 page, 1807, March 31. Encloses a contre-projet of a fifth arti tide ; also an amended fifth article. small 18~^. 1 page, 1807, April 8. Nothing heard to countenance the re- port to which Mr. H»pe alluded. 8°. 2 pages. 1607, April 16. Newspapers from America received Their letter of 27th December received and com mnnicated to Congress. Bollman and Swarlwout were discharged on habeas corpus by Supreme Court. 8°. 1 page. 1807, April 24. Relative to case of ship "Neptuue." The papers should be laid before this Government, with a view to indemnity and the punishment of injuring party. 4°. 1 p 184 PiNKNEY. William, 1807, May 11. A passport for London for a friend. 8". 1 page. 1807, Jane 16. Encloses protest in a case of impress- ment. Suggests to make it the foundation of a remonstrance. Asks the names of consuls in Holland. 4°. 1 page. See Canning. George, July 18, 1807. 1807, October 2. Thinks he will not go to Downing street to-morrow. Considers himself not author- ized to act in any other business but that of min- ister extraordinary and on the special mission conjointly with Monroe. 4°. 3 pages. . Arknowledging letters of 4th instant. CoriVsiMinili nee iif Jackson and Monroe on the Seminole ail'air, and the subsequent differences, involving a question of veracity, respecting state- ments contained in a letter of one John Rhea, a partisan of Jackson, and Mr. Calhoun, and other members of the Cabinet. 4°. 2 pages. Ripley. E.W., Boston. 1815, Juhj 19. Returned from a tour in Maine. New Hampshire and Massachusetts becoming Republi- 196 ElPLEY. E. W., can. Boston not a rallying point. Maine the reverse. Mr. Storrow's inflnence with fashion- able yonng men. Asks an appointment for him. President of Dartmouth College ; his pamphlet. Governor Oilman's course. Government should support their friends in Massachusetts. "Private and confidential." 4''. r- pages. Roach. William, Jr., Charleston. 1819, April 24. Reception at Charleston by the city council. 4°. 1 page. Roane. Spencer, King and Queen, Va. 1794, January 'Zh. Acknowledging letter of 15th Febru- ary. As there are no hopes of the execution of the treaty of peace on partofGreat Britain, it is appre- hended that our politicians will no longer drain our cotfers to eurich British subjects. Although averse to war it may be absolutely necessary for the preservation of our liberty. His views and and suggestions as to measures to be taken in re- taliation, small 4°. 3 pages. 1794, Februari) -U. Acki,owleiljri„g letterof a6th Jan- uary. Mr. Maili^oi]'> risiiliitions. Nothing but the influence ot Gnat Britain, or of funded paper or disgraceful piisillaniiiiity can operate a rejection of them. Giles's speech does him honor. R. B. Lee's a petty performance. Madison's plan best. Nothing to expect from England but impositions and injustice. Reports of Jefferson's going out as representative to Congress of Peace. small 4°. 2 pages. iPlace not stated.'} 1798, Jio date. Acknowledges receipt of the present of Monroe's publication. Never doubted his diplo- matic conduct was pure and honorable. «°. 2 i-ages. King and Queen, Va. 1799, March 24. Patrick Henry has offered himself as delegate for county of Charlotte. Is chagiined at the aspect of political opinion, and desires to counteract and defeat his schemes as-ainst the Republican party. Hopes Monroe and Mr. Madison will not hesitate to come into th-e legislature on this occasion. 4°. 2 pages Egberts. Jonathan, See CosxOLLT. John, January 6 .819. 197 EoBERTS. Jonathan, fVashinglon. 1819, January 12. Appoiutment of United States Bank directors. Mr. Dnpontas. Mr. Eyre. See Ingham. S D. January 18, 1819. 4°. 1 page. 1819, January 24. Appointment of a director in the " ik. Mr. Biddle preferred by the 4°. 2 pages. 1819, March 3. Enclosing a recommendation from Senators for the appointment of General Lacook as a commissioner under the Spanish treaty. Sug- gestions on the appoiutment. 4°. 1 page. 5ee MULLOWNEY. John. December 11, 1819. 1819, December 15. Enclosing a letter to him from John Mullowney, dated 4th, in which he relates hia numerous services to his country, and offers to serve the Government, in any great emergency, in the Navy. fol. 1 page. 4°. 4 pages. See Frbkdley. John, January 3, 1821. 1821, January 18. Enclosing a letter of John Freedley requesting the pardon of James Coates, sentenced to three years. Applies for the vacant collector ship of Providence for his friend, General Howell Judge Lucas wants to be judge of Missouri. 4"^. 2 pages Eeeaville, Pa 1821, Decembir 24. Acknowledges receipt of the Pres ident's message ; his comments thereon. Takes a cheerful view. 4°. 2 pages 1822, July 24. On the constitutional powers of Con- gress to make roads and canals. The stand taken by Madison and Monroe. His views and those of the Senate and House. Prices of produce. Con- sul Mullowney's bearded wheat from Tangiers. 4°. 2 pages. Robertson. Tho.mas B., Xew Orleans. 1818, December 20. Disappointed that the message does not confirm the report of cession of Florida. Possession of Pensacola all important for safety of Louisiana. Growing importance of Louisiana. 4°. 3 pages, 1823, April 12. Enclosing resolutions of the legisla- ture of Louisiana approving the administration, and instructing the Senators and Representatives 198 ROBERSOX. Thomas B., to protest against removal of the troops necessary for aid and protection. 4°. 1 page. fol. 1 page. Rodney. C^sar A., Wilmington. 1817, May ii. A. H. Rowan, the Irish patriot, con- gratulates Mr. Monroe on his elevation to the Pres- idency, and acknowledges his kindness to him and his generous conduct to Tom Paine. 4°. 2 pages. 1817, June 6. Communication to the minister from Pernamlmco. fol. 3 pages. 1817, June 8. Mr. Da Cruz, miuisterfrom Peruambuco, to come to Washington. Officers of the army and navy, also the clergy and the women, in favor of revolution in the Brazils. Power to declare Per- nambuco independent. The Athenians and the rebels against Corinth, the mother country. 4". 3 pages. 1817, September 9. Explains his delay in departing on his mission to South America. The death of his son. 4". 4 pages. 1817, October 31. Sends Monroe an English publica- tion entitled "Outline of the Revolution in Span- ish America." fol. 4 pages. 1817, November 5. Acknowledging letter of 3d. Will go to Washington, as requested, to get his in- structions. 4°. 2 pages. 1817, November 11. WiU leave home to-day for Wash- ington to receive his instructions. 4°. 1 page. Eio de Janeiro. 1818, Februarfi 8. Arrival at Rio Janeiro. Sensation of arrival allayed by the President's amicable mes- sage. Unpleasant incident. Intoxicated sailor. Insults to American oflScers by local authorities. fol. 4 pages. Buenos Aijres. 1818, March 4. Rumors of change of the head of the Government. Is pleased with the country. 4^. 2 pages. 1818, April 24. Will leave Buenos Ayres for Monte- video. Victory by San Martin over Osorio. Mr. Bland left ten days siuce. Disapproves of the movement. 4°. 2 pages. Rodney. Cxs/lR A., St. Salvador, Brazil. 1818, June :i. Political affairs in Buenos Ayres iu a favorable train. The authorities iu England seem to favor neutrality, though the United States should assist the patriots. fol. 2 pages. [Place not stated.] 1818, Novemher 4. Negotiations respecting fisheries, fol. 8 pages. 1818, November 4. On subject of the fisheries. Court of Admiralty decisions in Halifax. 4°. 1 page. Wilmington. 1819, Februury 14. Mr. Girard, of Pennsylvania, pays the additional duties on cargo of the "Good Friends." Is an important man in Pennsylvania, and may be serviceable should times require him. South American affairs progressing. Peru will probably be revolutionized. Mr. Brobson wishes to visit Peru iu some official capacity. "fol. 3 pages. 1819, March 20. Florida cession and Spanish treaty ; its great advantages ; no doubt of its ratification How it will aid the South American cause. fol. 5 pages [Place not stated.'] 1819, June (i. Interview with Mr. Da Cruz, the min- ister from Pernambuco. His mission to the United States. His assent to the measures proposed in South American affairs in the present crisis by the United States. fol. 7 pages. IVilmington. 1819, September 30. Eelating to the treaty with Spain for the Floridas. The Spanish ministers who made it, in disgrace with Ferdinand. Increased naval force of Great Britain in South American waters. Desirability of an American squadron there also. fol. 5 pages. 1820, Februari/ 1;?. Dissensions iu the Mediterranean squadron. Captain Macdonough and Commodore Stewart. The President's message. His appro- bation of it, particularly on the subject of South America. England wants Cuba iu order to com- mand the Mississippi. Trinidad the key to the Amazon and Orinoco. The South Americans will ultimately become independent. fol. 3 pages. 1820, March 4. Acknowledging letter of 29th ultimo. Difficulties between Commander Macdonough and 200 ROUNEY. C. A., Commodore Stewart. Hopes to contribute iu for warding the liberal views of the President to ami cably settle them. 4°. 3 pages. 1820, April 3. Reconciliation between Commodore MaodonougU and Commodore Stewart. Hisrecom mendatiou of Lieutenant Morgan, who distin- guished himself on the "Constitution" and "Java.' 4°. 2 pages, 1820, September 2. Mr. Correa's demand. Difficulties with Brazil. The laws concerning the case. 4°. 2 pages. 1820, September 19. Mr. Correa's note on evasions of neutrality. Rodney's views of the case. Authori- ties consulted. fol. 1820, November 17. President's message. Approves of his administratiou. Thinks he will be nated for the Presidency with great unanimity Recommends for office two of his friends. Tench Coxe and John Warner. 4°. 3 pages. 1820, December 27. Recommends John Hollingsworth as a consul. 4°. 1 page, 1821, January 13. Asking the appointment of his friend, John Warner, to the position of collector at Pensacola. 4°. 1 page 1821, March 26. Requests the continuance in the Army, on the reduced establishment, of Lieut. Benjamin Vining, the son of his late cousin, John Vining. 4°. Ipage, 1821, April 4. Asks that Maj. Thomas Hockton be { tinned in the Army. His merits. 4°. 1 p£ 1821, May 21. Asks for the appointment of William P. Brobson as confidential agent at Venezuela. fol. 2 pages. 1821, May 24. Stephen Girard, captured during the Revolutionary War aud carried to Florida, states that the live oak there is worth the purchase money paid to Spain. Frauds in the conveyance of lands in Florida. fol. 2 pages. 1821, September 25. Commodore Barron. Is of opinion that he is innocent of every imputation. fol. 2 pages. See Hollingsworth. Jehu. February 24, 1822. 201 Rodney. C. A., l8Sil, March — . Address of the minister to Buenos Ayies to the governor of that republic, and his reply. [Extract.] fol. 2 pages. 1822, March ■ — . Enclosing several letters from the consul at Havana. 4°. 1 page. 1822, March 10. Encloses letters and newspapers from the West Indies. Our navigation system in the British West Indies. Mr. Holliugsworth recom- mended as consul at St. Eustatins. 4°. 2 pages. 1822, April 2. Acknowleges receipt of a letter, en- closing one from Governor Worthington. Would willingly unite with his friends in recommending Mr. Murray, but is committed on the subject. Wishes to become personally acquainted with the President. 4°. 1 page. 1822, April 8. Recommends Thomas Reilly as consul at Carthagena. fol. 2 pages. 1822, May 18. Specie scarce. How to divert the golden streams of South America from Britain to the United States. The capitalists of Peru and Mexico might invest profitably in the Union. 4'^. :i pages. 1822, June 2. The British papers approve of the ac- knowledgment by the United States of the inde- pendence of the South American states. Colom- bia to interdii t all commerce with those nations which will not in a reasonable time recognize her independence. Wishes to know the time he is to he sent to Buenos Ayres. fol. 2 pages. 1822, July 3. Recommending Richard H. Thomson as consul at Cantou. 4°. 2 pages. 1822, July 13. General Wilkinson had prevented the Mexicans from sending a minister to the United States, after the officer had been selected. The Mexican tariff. His departure for Buenos Ayres. 4°. 3 pages. 1822, Auguit 2. Warner, consul at Havana, annoyed by the governor of Cuba. The island in a state of partial independence. Its veto on decrees of the Cortes. On investing Warner with powers in reference to the ultimate fate of Cuba. 4'^. 2 pages. 1822, October 1. Wishes Thomas Reilly to bo appointed consul at Acapulco and William P. Brobson consul 202 Rodney. C. A., at Bueuos Ayres. Preparations for bis departure for Buenos Ayres. Hopes to terminate the dispute between Commodores Sinclair and Biddle. 4°. 3 pages. 1822, October 5. Has returned from Philadelphia, where he saw Commodore Bainbridge, who will undertake, with him, to settle the dispute between Captains Sinclair and Biddle. Preparations for his departure lor Buenos Ayres. fol. 2 pages. 1822, October 12. Settlement of the dispute between Biddle and Sinclair. 4°. 2 pages. 1822, November 16. Enclosing letter from Mr. Warner, relating to independence of Cuba. Reconcilia- tion with France, and the abandonment of the colonial system by England are gratifying themes for the annual message. fol. 2 pages. 1822, November 29. Recommending E. J. Dupont as United States Banli director. Dupont and Stephen Girard will support Mr. Biddle as President. 4°. 2 pages. See Brobson. W. P., February 5, 1823. 1823, February *J. Senator to fill Mr. Rodney's place. Encloses a letter from Mr. Brobson. Hopes to sail for Buenos Ayres in March. fol. 2 pages. 1823, February 17. Introducing Mr. W. P. Brobson, who wants an eligible situation in South America. 4°. 1 page. 1823, February 26. Preparing to sail for Buenos Ayres. 4°. 2 pages. ISSS, March 16. Will be ready to sail in the "Cou- gress" for Bueuos Ayres in April. fol. 2 pages. 1823, April 6. War in Europe imminent. Congress of princes at Verona. Their odious principles. Eng- land infavorof non-interference with independent states. She may well dread Russia. Suggests an American declaration against "holy alliance" doctrines. Neutral rights. England's supposed wish for Cuba. Monroe's doctrine of "entangling alliances." fol. 3 pages. 1823, May 14. Enclosing a paper (unsigned) addressed to United States Senators, giving reasons why J. Smith Wilcocks should not be ratified by them as consul-general at Mexico. 4°. 7 pages. 203 C. A., Gibraltar. 1823, July 15. Couuter-revolution iu Portugal. The Freuch army marched through Spain without an action. A regency established. Cadiz invested. Surrender probable. Situation apprehended as fatal to the patriotic cause. England remains neutral. 4°. 4 pages. 1823, July 21. Cadiz still blockaded. Mr. Rodney goes ashore at Gibraltar with family until the frigate "Congress" can take him to Cadiz. 4°. 1 page. Rio de Janeiro. 1823, October 6. Introducing Lieutenant Armstrong. 4°. 1 page. 1823, October 6. Unfriendly treatment by Captain Biddle of himself and family. Leaves his ship and takes passage in the "Sally" for Buenos Ayres. 4°. 2 pages. Buenos Ayres. 1824, February 8. A declaration of war unnecessary to repel invasion by a foreign nation. fol. 4 pages. 1824, February 10. His serious illness at Buenos Ayres, Compliments on the President's message. Com- mends Eaguet to the particular notice of the Gov- ernment for his worth and patriotism. His good offices to Rodney at Rio Janeiro. fol. 3 pages. RoMANZOFF. (Chancellor of Russia.) to J. Q. Adams, Albert Gallatin, and J. A. Bayajid. Si. Petersburg. 1813, ^i*,^'v Acceptance of the oflFer of mediation by Russia between Great Britain and the United States to make peace. [Copy] fol. 6 pages. See Adams. John Quincy, July 18, 22, 30 and August 3, 1813. Rose. Georgr, (The Right Hon.) London. 1807, October 17. Appointment of his son on a special mission to the United States. He shares with his son the most cordial good will towards America, and hopes for conciliation. 4°. 2 pages. Rose. George, [jr.] (Sir.) London. 1807, October 2). Offers to undertake any commission should he arrive in America before Mr. Monroe. 4°. 1 page. IC07, October 20. Encloses a letter to the collector at Cowes for Monroe. Mr. Rose will pay his rps|)ects to Mr. Monroe iu Portland Place. 4'^. 1 page. 204 RosK. George, [jr.] (Sir.) 1807, October 21. Will be glad to receive Mr. Monroe and become acquainted, and to be made known to Mr. Monroe's friends tbrougb him. 4°. 1 page. 1807, October 2i. Encloses a note from bis father to the collector of customs at Falmouth to procure Monroe accommodations at that port, and adds his cordial good wishes. 4°. 1 page. Rowan. A. Hamilton, Paris. 1794, November 7. Declines his offer of assistance, aa a friend has remitted funds. Has applied for pass- port to leave the country. Arrived here destitute, under conviction that a descent was to be made on Ireland and her independence regained. Dis- appointed. 4°. 3 pages. Rush. Benjamin, Philadelphia. 1811, November 8. Thanks him for copy of President's message. This act gives general satisfaction. Firm, spirited, temperate, and conciliatory. Com- plaints against France even extort praise from Tories. 4°. 2 pages. Rush. RiCHAED, [Place not stated.] 1812, September 4. Subjects of enclosed paper of im- mense moment. " Hours are worth years!" Oc- tober, the month of elections in four States, at hand. An express to Monticello would not be too much speed! 4°. 2 pages. Washington. 1812, October 22. Enclosing a letter from IngersoU. Our condition. 4°. 3 pages. 1815, .Tune 1."). Wishes for the coiitiuniince of Mr. Monroe's health. Mr. Dallas continuing in the Navy Department. Wonderful events in Europe. Carnot's great f-tiite paper. 4°. 3 pages. 1815, August 7, Mr. Cnnvf,.i,rs n-liirn. His spcculii- tionsonthe 8triii;i;l(< in Funcr. Do.^iiul m.iko a victory out (.1 W pages. See Crawford. W. H., January 9, 1821. 1821, March— . Claim of Mr. Clay. Wirt's official du- ties do not allow his immediate attention to it, unless authorized by the President on a call of "public duty." 4°. 3 pages. 1821, March —. Rough draft of a report in Mr. Clay's case for the President's inspection. 4°. 1 page. 1821, September 21. General Jackson's notions of mili- tary subordination at Pensacola. On the seizure 252 Wirt. William, of slave traders nuder the French flag. The pro- tecMon which a flag renders. 4°. 4 pages. 1821, October 11. Judge Fromeutin and Governor Callava in Florida. Jackson's irascibility. His honesty. His law is that of force. Thinks the case demands uo more than disapprobation of Jackson's course. Has not yet had time to think whether a prompt and voluntary disclaimer should be tendered the Spanish Government. 4*^. 14 pages. 1822, no date. Mr. Monroe's essay on internal im- provements. 8"^. 2 pages. 1824, July 29. Acknowledging letter of 2:id. Em- ployment of revenue-vessels on the coast of Flor- ida. Arrest of the wood-cutters ; doubts of the legality of the proceedings. Mr. Anderson's ac- counts. The President has nothing to do with settlement of individual accounts. [Without signature. ] 4°. 2 pages. 1824, September 22. Suggests that it might not be improper to allow Mr. Ninian Edwards to authori- tatively deny injurious statements about himself in the " Enquirer." 4'^. 3 pages. Baltimore. 1826, May I. Acknowledges letter of 27th ultimo. Remembers distinctly hearing Monroe's negative to Mr. Cook's interrogations relative to Governor Edwards's denial of authorship of the A. B. pa- pers. Monroe's reasons for appointing Edwards. Poor i-ncouragement for a patriot to be obliged to repose ou thorns. 4°. 3 pages. Washington, 1831, January 31. Consultations of the Cabinet in Monroe's administration about Jacksou's conduct in the Seminole war. Mr. Crawford's opinions. 4°. 1 p»ge. See GonVERNEUR. S. L., June 11, 1831. to S. L. GouvERNKCR. Baltimore. 1831, June IG. Ackuo wledglng letter of 11th. Monroe, notwithstanding his approaching dissolution, should contradict the statements of his enemies about the Calhoun and Jackson correspondence and Rhea's statements. Suggests the manner in which the denial should be made. Monroe's 253 Wirt. Wiluam. dying statement would ont weigh all charges bear- ing on his character used to bolster up Jackson. 4°. 4 pages. nashington. 1831. June 18. The form of denial to be made by Mon- roe before witnesses to the statements in John Rhea's letter relating to Jackson's correspondence ■ concerning the Seminole business. Should be supported by affidavits. 4°. 1 page. Annapolis. 1831, June 27. Acknowledging letter of 22d. The political plot to save Jackson at Monroe's ex- pense. The Jackson p.arty will probably back their statements with oaths. Proposes to make another affidavit for Mr. Monroe to sign if he is able. 4". 4 pages. fVhite Sulphur Springs. 1831, ^Kiji«»t 17. Acknowledges letter of sJGth ultimo. Recommends him to not answer Rhea's letter. Should any new plot come out, spring upon them Monroe's denial. Advises him as to his course if he wishes to retain his office. 4°. 2 pages. WoLCOTT. Oliver, to Josiah Meigs. Litchfield. Ibl8, January 17. Acknowledges letter of 1 1th. South America. Inactivity of Congress. Mr. Adams's letter. Bank directors will not be able to domi- nate the country. Our avarice affords better security than our virtue. 4°. 3 pages. to Monroe. 1818, /Jfc«m6er 14. Introducing William Gracie. Com- pliments on his message. Solicits attention of the Government to Archibald Gracie & Sons' claim under French spoliations. 4°. 2 pages. WORTHINGTON. W. G. D., to C. A. RODNBY. St. Augustine. 1822, March 8. Recommends Mayor George Murray for an important situation iu the reorganization of the government of Florida. 4°. 3 pages. Yard. James, Madrid. 1803, June 23. Refers to three letters to Monroe re- maining un.an8wered. His claims on Spain. Monroe's refusal to go to Madrid dreaded by those Americans having claims against the Spanish. No hopes of redress from Spain if he declines going. 4°. 4 pages. Tard. James, Philadelphia. 1818, July 28. Jackson as much feared by his em- ployers as by the enemy. De Onis about to de- spatch Sarmiento as special messenger to Spain. Can buy a coach for $700. 4°. 1 page. ZuiLlKE. Colonel, Camp Platte. 1812, October 25. The force at Camp Platte. Military operations. Good men ready and well equipped. fol. 2 pages. ADDENDA. Lopez. Thomas, 1758, 110 date: Title and contents of a geographical atlas of United and South America. By Thomas Lopez. r58. [Spanish.] 4°. 2 pages. Mercer. John, 1803, June 23. Arrival of Monroe at Havre; his re ception; refuses a guard of soldiers. His arriva at Paris. Dinner at Mr. Livingston's. Doubts o: the success of the mission by Mr. Livingston Possession of Louisiana only obtainable by force [Extracts from his journal.] 4°. 7 pages. Mississippi. Navigation of, 1779 (?), no date. See Unknown. Paine. Thomas, 1812 (?), no date. Observations on the construction and operation of navies, with a plan for the inva- sion of England and the final overthrow of the English Government. 4°. 12 pages. Rodney. C.«;sar A., 1820 (?), no date. Authorities quoted showing that when nations bound by treaty to protect neutrals in their ports, if they endeavor to carry out their agreement, are not bound to make compensation in event of failure. [Notes, evidently for a legal opinion. C. A. Rodney's band (?).] fol. 3 pages. Spanish newspaper. 1820, September 25. Extract relating to terms on which the Cortes have agreed to accept the media- tion of the British Government in their dispute with their colonies. [Translation.] 4°. 4 pages. F^RT II. LETTERS FROM MONROE. 257 LETTERS FROM MONROE. MoxROE. James, to Adams. John, Waslnngton. 1800 (t), no date, Richmond. President Adams's inten- tion to visit Richmond. States that he can not oft'er him the attentions due to his position nnless some explanations are maile as to his unprovoked denunciations of him. [Draft.] 4°. 1 page. Adams. John, Qiiincy. 1811, June 3, Washington. Acknowledging letter of 'JOth May. Accepts his congratulations and good wishes on the acceptance of office of Secretary of State. [Draft.] 4°. 1 page. 1813, February 13, Washington. Enclosing report of Committee on Foreign Relations relative to sea- men, which places the controversy on a just foot^ ing and takes from Great Britain the motive of the war. Refers to a communication from Mr. Adams, and while recognizing his great abilities and firmness in his record in the Revolutionary war, is gratified at his expressed sentiments to- wards himself. Trusts that his opinion on the cause of complaint affecting one portion of the Union will tend much toward settling the matter to satisfaction of all parties. Has heard nothing from his son (J. Q. Adams), the Baltic being frozen up. [Draft.] 4°. 2 pages. 1613, April 19, Washinijton. Arrangements for nego- tiations at St. Petersburg are completed. Mr. Gallatin and Mr. Bayard, colleagues of his son, commissioners for treating with Great Britain for peace under mediation of Russia, including defi- nition of neutral rights; all of them ministers plenipotentiary, and will be allowed an outfit, etc. [Draft.] 4°. 2 pages. 1820, February iO, Washington. Forwarding a copy of the journal of the convention which formed the Constitution of the United States. [Draft.] 4°. 1 page. Adams. Mrs. John, Qitincy, 1813, April 10, Washington. Pressure of business pre- vents writing freely to Mr. Adams. Returns let- ter enclosed to him for perusal. Uncertain when her son (J. Q. Adams) will return from his mis- sion to St. Petersburg. [Draft.] 4°. 1 page. 259 Adams. John Quinct, Amsterdam. 1795, April 2, Pans. Answer to letters of 12tb and 23d March. Political situation of Holland. Monroe's willingness to co-operate in redresaiufj grievances of Ann^ricans. Trial of Barrfere and CoUot-d'Her- bois. Tumult in the convention, which is sup- pressed by its firm attitude. [Draft.] 4°. 3pages. Ad*ms. John Quincy, London. 1817, March 6. Washington. Offering him the place of Secretary of State. [Draft.] 4°. 1 page. Adams. John Quincy, Washington. 1818, August 17, Albemarle. Acknowledging letter of 13tb. Pensacola to be delivered up to Spain. Agnerre's case. Violations of neutrality. Armed ships, but not for war against iiaticms with whom we are at peace, may be built for foreigners. En- listments for the patriots. An explanation would have good elfict iu South America. Dr. Water- house. [Copy.] 4°. 6 pages. 1818, Augunt 20, Highland, Va. Compensation for Mr. Barlow. Colonel Romford. Messrs. Graham and Kodney, on their detention after their appoint- ment. Execution of mail-robbers. He complies with the usage in Maryland. Wishes the case examined by Messrs. CallJoun and Wirt. [Copy. ] 4°. 4 pages. 1818, August 27, Highland, Va. Acknowledging receipt of papers mentioued in letters of 23d and 24th in- stant. Mr. Agnerre's proposal and the recogni- tion of indeiieudence of buenos Ayres. Caution and delay recommended. [Copy.j 4°. 3 pages. 1819, March 24, Washington. Instructions to the De- partment of State. Suppression of piracy, Span- ish colonies. The policy to pursue in relation to them. Their recognition as independent powers. [Portion of a duplicate.] fol. 18 pages. 1819 (J), 110 date. Relating to T. W Cobb, of Georgia. General Jackson would do nothing at Nashville to his disadvantage. Had been friendly to General Jackson. Intercourse with Mr. Cobb. [Draft.] 8°. 2 pages. 4° 2 pages. 1820, June, Highland, Va. Acknowledging lettter of 2:id. Case of the Macedonian. The seizure not justilia- ble. Lord Cochrane no right to interfere. Mr. Prevost. Advisable that Mr. Forbes should be 17 s 260 Adams. John Quincy, made ageut. Paper blockades. Our commerce with the colonies and China. To avoid commit- ting himself about recognition. Exiilaius reasons why we have decliued making or accepting com- mercial treaties. [Draft.l 4°. 4 pages. 1820, June 26, Highland, Va. Instructions to Messrs. Middletou and Todd. The Emperor will decide on the rights, and a commission authorized to adjust claims. Case of the Montilegre, captured by American privateers. Suggests the Attorney- General take the case to Supreme Court. Violators of the law should not escape punishment. Claim of Sweden. We should be cautions, as it is dmibt- ful if we have a right to enlist deserters. Re))rieve of condemned pirates. The practice is odious. Too much lenity is cruelty. Puni.shment is desir- able. Uniform which Mr. Forbes proposes to wear in his agency. In his appointment the option of Mr. Prevost given as to his preference, whether to Chili or Buenos Ayres. [Copy.] 4°. 3 pages. 1820, July 24, Highland, Va. Acknowledging letter of 18th. Assassination of the Duke of Berri. To express abhorrence of the crime. Not true the complaint of inattention to such matters. Com- plaint of act of piracy by citizens of B.altimore. More rigorous measures should be taken to sup- press such acta. Mr. Correa's letter. Complaints of Portugal. We must resist attempts to in- jure our national character, and must also pre- vent equipments, suppress piracy, etc. Capture of slave ships by our ships of war. Course to be pursued. Reprieve of Kichard Hull, condemned to death. [Draft.] 4°. 4 pages. 1820, August 3, Albemarle. Acknowledging letter of 28th July. Capture of a slaver brig by the rev- enue-cutter Dallas, with 270 Africans. The Amer- icans concerned should be subjected to the rigor- ous execution of the law. Mr. Trumbull's pictures received by the Senate. Mr. Graham's salary. Delay in making appointment to Pernambuco. Allow Mr. Ray the requested opportunity to vindi- cate the character of his brother. Demands of Mr. Correa in behalf of Portugal. [Draft.] 4°. 6 pages. 1820, September 4, Albemarle. Acknowledging letter of 29th August. Abb6 Correa's complaints on behalf 261 Adams. John Quinct, of Portugal. If United States officers have cruised agaiust the Portuguese, they are blameable. No officer should enter a foreign service without per- mission. To enter that of Artigas looks like piracy. Complaints of American judges. United States Governmeut neutral. Correa making constitutions forSouth American republics. His objects. First instance of complaint against Integrity of the judges. [Draft.] fol. 3 pages. 1821, Julu 12, Oak Bill. Dissatisfaction at De Neu- ville's letter. We must not submit to bis pro- posals, and must sustain our subaltern officers of the Government who have obeyed orders. Saint Joseph's port a fraud. Governor of East Florida no authority to make it a port for purposes of smuggling. Make no concessions dishonorable to us. [Copy.] fol. 4 pages, 1821, no da^e. Acknowledging letter of 25th. Aft'airof C'a|itain Edon and adventurers at Amelia Island. TLiuks it will be pushed to its utmost extent to produce embarrassment. Seizure of French ves- sels complained of. [Draft.] fol. 1 page, 1825, January 23, Waahington. Relative to filling va cancies. [Draft.] 4°. 1 page 1828, Decern ier 17, Oak Hill. Acknowledging receipt of the President's annual message. Monroe's friend- ship for and confidence in Adams. [Draft.] small 4^. 2 pages, 1831, Januiiry'2b. Acknowledging letterof 10th. State of Europe. First revolution in France ; over- throw of the ancient systems. European alliance now at an end. New Government of France now recognized. Future of Europe. The governments will fall before republican principles and the sov ereignty of the people. Will result in our good [Draft.] 4°. 3 pages. 1831, February 14. Acknowledging letter of 29th Janu ary. Can the British Government get rid of thi debt or com laws without convulsion 1 Appear- ance* of a conflict with Ireland. Independence of Belgium. His first impression. Support for France in Belgium, the like for England in Ireland, re- moved. France better situated for promoting the cause of liberty. Pacific policy for United States. Suft'rage. [Copy and draft.] fol. 2 pages. 262 Adams. John Quixcy, 1831, March 11. AckuowledgiDg letter of 18th Febra- ary. General Jackson's letter of January 6, 1818. His conduct in the Seminole war, and the differ- ences between him, Mr. Calhoun, and Mr. Craw- ford. [Draft.] small 4°. 4 pages. Addixgton. H. W., TVashington. 1825, September 18. Acknowledging letter of 7th. Is gratified at his kind and friendly sentiments in favor of his public conduct. [Draft.] On a scrap. 2 pages. Armstrong. Johk, Paris. 1806, June 21, Loudon. Acknowledging letter of 30th May. Communications with Mr. Fox relative to our diflferences. His willingness to conciliate, but want of unanimity in the British cabinet prevents arrangements. Hopes for his successor's arrival, for nothing can be accomplished until then. Hopes our dispute with Spain may be speedily ar- ranged. [Press copy.] 4°. 3 pages. 1807, January 16, London. Joint letter with Mr. Pink- ney, notifying him of conclusion of treaty of amity, navigation, and commerce with Great Britain. Gives outline of its contents. Thinks France wiU derive advantages from it. Fears that it will not be ratified because of the decree of the emperor at Berlin, declaring Great Britain in a state of block- ade and prohibiting all trade in English merchan- dise. [Draft.] 4°. 8 pages. 1807, October 10, London. The Chesapeake affair and consequent termination of the negotiations for a treaty. The British Government disavows the act, but can not effect an arrangement relating to im- pressment. A new minister sent to the United States to adjust the business. [Draft. Copy also sent to Mr. Bowdoin.] 4°. 2 pages. Armstrong. John, Washington. 1814, Auqust 18, Washington. Washington menaced. Offers to take command of a troop of horse to the coast and ascertain the force and object of the enemy. [Copy.] 4°. 1 page. Auckland. Lord, London. 1807, September 25, London. Appreciating the personal friendly relations existing between them. Prob- ability of leaving soon for America. Although ne- 263 Auckland. Lord, gotiations will fail, hopes kiudly feelings will be productive of good to both countries. Private matters. [Draft.] 4°. 2 pages. Auckland and Holland. Lords, London. 1806, Decemher .31, London. (Jointly with Mr. Pin!;- ney.) Project of a declaration to be sent before the siguiug of the treaty with Great Britain. Rela- tive to the 11th article. Objects to certain de- cisions of the courts of vice-admiralty. [Copy; original not sent.] foi. 2 pages. Bainbridge. William. See Shalbr. William. X815, April 10. Barbour. James, Washington 1826, October 20, Oak Hill. AoknowledgiuK letter ol 6th instant. Reasons why Monroe should not ac- cept the Panama mission. Mrs. Monroe's health and the disordered state of his affairs [Draft.] 4°. 2 pages. Baring Brothers & Co., London. 1806, March 4, Low Lai/ton. Letters from Lafayette, who desires an additional loan. His services to the United States would secure the loan on the 12,000 acres given him by Congress. [Draft.] 4°. 2 pages. 1806, March 18, Low Laylon. Acknowledging letter of 14th. Lafayette's application for a loan. [Draft.] 4°. 1 page. 1806, DecemJ/er 31, London. Acknowledging letter of 30th. Advises the acceptance of a draft of Mr. Sear, consul-general at Algiers, in favor of Mr. Gaviuo, consul-general at Gibraltar, for £1,500. [Draft.] 4°. 1 page. Baring (f). Sir Francis, London. 1604, Feiruary 8, London. Condolences on death of bis friend, Mr. Bingham. [Draft.] 4°. 1 page. Baring. Mr., London. 1807, no date, London. A Mr. Parker suspected of hav- ing obtained loan of Mr. Baring's house or money on Monroe's account ; not authorized. [Marked: "First draft; not sent."] 4°. 4 pages. Bayard. James A., 1813, May 6, WasUnglon. Instructions in negotiating forpeace under mediation of Russia. HopesGreat Britain will avail herself of the opportunity of an honorable termination of the war. [Press copy.] 4°. 2 pages. Benkdict. Thornton, 1826, Not-ember, Oak Hill. Requesting some particu- lars relating to the late war. The attack on Washington and subsequent events. [Draft.] 4°. 2 pages. BiDDLE, Nicholas, Philadelphia. 1809, January 7, Richmond. Answer to November 18, 1808. Appreciates Biddle's approbation of his public conduct, etc. Approves Biddle's pursuing his profession at present. Deplores Mr. Skip with's misfortunes. His honesty, integrity, and patriot- ism undoubted. [Draft.] 4". 2 pages. Blount. Willie, Governor of Tennessee, 1814, September 25, Washington. Expected invasion of Louisiana. If successful the whole commerce of the west of Allegany Mountains would be in the hands of the foe. 5,000 additional troops from Tennessee called for. Inform General Jackson when it will be done. Should be no debiy. Con- tracts for arming, equipping, and supplying troops met by drafts on Treasury. [Copy.] 4°. 4 pages. 1814, October 3, Washington. Governor of Kentucky called on for 2,500 militia in lieu of that number ordered from Tennessee. He will inform Governor Blount if that number can be sent from his State. [Copy.] 4". Ipage. 1814, October 10, Washington. Intelligence from Ghent states 12,000 to 15,000 men will sail from Ireland in September for New Orleans to invade Louisiana, etc. Accordingly, 7,500 men will be required from Tennessee. Detachment from Kentucky with his, will be put under orders of General Jackson. Inform him as to his movements. [Copy.] 4°. S pages. Vili, November Z, Washington. Acknowledging letter 14th October. Will accept volunteers in lieu of detached militia; will be considered the same as other militia in service. Five thousand stand of 2G5 Blount. Willie, arms, tents, equipage, etc., ordered from Pitts- burg for Tennessee and Kentucky at Baton Rouge, but advisable to have all the troops armed and equipped before they march. [Copy.] 4°. 1 page. 1814, Noremher 4, Washington. Acknowledging letter of October 1:5, Louisiana menaced by Lord Hill. Any officer the governor may appoint is to receive the money, with instructions in behalf of General Jackson's force. [Copy.] 4°. 2 pages. 1815, January 30, Washington. The call on Tennessee and Kentucky was not in vain. Result of the conflict still uncertain. General Jackson needs succor. President requests 2,500 volunteers to be sent to New Orleans immediately. One hundred and fifty thousand dollars Tvill be remitted in a few days. Arm and equip the men. Should news be received of success and victory, suspend the march. [Copy.] 4°. 2 pages. 1815, Fehriiary 13, Washington. The victory by Gen- eral Jackson enables us to dispense with call for militia from Tennessee. Those in New Orleans will be discharged soon. [Copy.] 4°. 1 page. 1815, February 14, Washington. Treaty of peace with Great Britain signed at Ghent, December 24. [Copy.] 4° 1 page. Bonaparte. Eliza, Baltimore. 1808, November 0, Richmond. Acknowledging letter of 15th October. On the appeal to her to surrender her son to his father. His views and advice. [Press copy.] 4°. 3 pages. Bonaparte. Joseph, 1829, December 21, Richmond. Acknowledging letter of 10th. The representation of a notice " Sur la cession de Louisiane," that on the negotiation o: that treaty he (B.) and Mr. Talleyrand received a million francs is utterly untrue. Not one cen' was given to anybody. [Copy.] 4°. 1 page. BowDoiN. James, London 1805, October 14, London. A list of papers given, con sisting principally of those relating to Monroe'e missions to Spain and France. fol. 2 pages. 266 BowDOiN. James, Pari*. 1806, June 20, London. Acknowledging letter of 20th May. Repeated interviews with Mr. Fox, who shows amicable desires for an arrangement of our diiferences relating to seizures and condemnation of vessels, etc., but he is not supported in the Brit- ish cabinet. Should our dispute with Spain be set- tled, it would facilitate matters here. Surprised at action of France in not pushing an adjustment of the controversy. [Press copy.] 4°. 3 pages. 1806, no date. See Great Britain. Treaty with, 1807, October 10. See Armstrong. General, 4°. 2 pages. BowDOiN(f). Mrs., 1821, no(Ja^. Ipage. 1807, July 29, London. The outrageous attack of the H. B. M. ship Leopard on the American frigate Chesapeake. Requesting reparation and punish- ment of the oflicer in command. [Draft.] 4°. 2 pages. 1807, July 30, London. Jointly with Mr. Pinkney. Enclosing paper of Lords Holland and Auckland. Requesting interview with them. [Copy.] ^ A°. Ipage. 271 Canning. Georgk, 1807, August fi, London. Acknowledging note of 3d in- stant. Has already transmitted to United States Government copy of Canning's note. [Copy.] 4^. 1 page. 1807, August 9, London. Acknowledging note of 8th instant. No information from United States Gov- ernment. Tbe Leopard and Cbesape.ike alfair. Doubtless will be instructed to lay tbe matter before bim. [Draft.] 4°. 1 page. 1807, Septemher 1, London. Informing him of having re- ceived instructions. The Chesapeake aud Leopard affair. Requests interview on subject. [Draft.] 4°. 1 page. 1807, September 7, London. Indignant protest. Out- rageous attack of H. B. M. ship Leopard agaiust the Chesapeake. Deinanilsreparatiou and punish- ment of the officer in command. [Draft.] 4°. 6 pages. 1807, September 9, London. Requesting an interview. The Chesapeake affair. [Draft.] 8°. 1 page. 1807, September 29, London. Acknowledging letter of 2;id instaut. Regrets his instructions do not allow him to treat of the matter of the outrage on tbe Chesapeake separately from tbe general negotiations. Impressments, etc. His retirement. [Draft.] 4°. 6 pages. 1807, October 6, London. On takitg leave of the King and returning to the United States he leaves Mr. PinUney in charge of the affairs of their joint missioQ. [Copy.] 4°. 1 page. 1807, October 9, London. Requesting to be informed whether the new minister to United States will have a special mission relative to tbe Chesapeake or to be connected with the ordinary legation. [Draft.] 4°. 1 page. le07, October 18, London. Jointly with Mr. Pinkney. Explanatory of the note of July 24th. thai the oc- casion which iuduced tbe British commissioners to present the note of 3l8t December preceding, had ceased to exist. [Copy.] 4°. 'i pages. 1807, October2i, London. Explaining the proclamation of the President, that prohibition on other vessels does not include H. B. M. ships with dispatches or persons employed on a special mission. Mr. Rose will be granted every iacility. [Draft.] 4°. 1 page. 272 Canning. George, 1807, October29, Porlsmouth, England. Urges the claim of Mr. Soren on the British Goverament for having saved from destructiou about 300 British soldiers by taking them from a ship about to founder. [Draft.] 4°. 3 pages. Claiborne. W. C. C, 1814, Fehruary 14, Washington. Dr. Robinson engaged in illegally raising troops for incursion into Span- ish provinces. This is repugnant to our Govern- ment since we are at peace with Spain. President expects that necessary steps will be taken against any such measures becoming effectual. [Copy.] fol. 1 page. 1814, February 17, Washington. Acknowledging letter ol-.iyth November, 1813. Information given that General Toledo, General Humbert, and Dr. Rob- inson are acting in concert and organizing a force to invade Texas. Same instructions as communi- cated in letter of 14th to be carried out. [Copy on same sheet with several others. Firsr, one dated November 2.5, 1811.] fol. 1 page. Clay. Henry, 1814, February 18, llashington. Instructing him incase Mr. Russell had not arrrived to sail for Gottenbnrg to execute the trust committed. Important that there should be no unnecessary delay, fearing to lose services of Mr. Gallatin. 4°. 1 page. Clinton. George, 1801, July Vi, Richmond. Congratulating him upon his re-election as governor of New York. [Draft.] 4°. 2 pages. Committee. A., New York. 1831, no date. New York. Intending to accept the invi- tation to attend a meeting of mechanics, work- men, and other citizens of New York, at Tammany Hall, to celebrate the late revolution in France. About La Fayette. [Draft.] 4°. 1 page. Congress. Member of, 1815, April 30, Washington. Dangers menacing the Union from late events in France. The Army should not yet be disbanded, nor the squadron to Algiers allowed to sail. Constitutional amend- ments. Monroe's report from Department of War. [Draft; confidential.] 4°. 2 pages. Cook, D. P., Washington. 1826, April 27, Oak Hill. Acknowledging letter of 23ii. Declaratiou of Governor Edwards that he was not author of certain publications. Hisnouii- uation was not influenced by any such considera- tion as it was charged. [Draft and copy.] 4°. 2 pages. COWPERTHWAITR. J. K., New York. 1830 (?), 110 date, New York. Acknowledging the com- pliment of the present of a chair from the chair- makers of Richmond. [Draft.] 4". 2 pages. Crawford. William H., Washington. 1812, December 3, Washington. Desiring a conference on subject of appointment by the President of Secretary of War. Kesignation of Mr. Ilustis. The place may be ofl'ered to Mr. Monroe. [Draft. ] 4°. 1 page. Crawford. William H., Parig. 1814, no date, Washington. Acknowledging a letter (no date). Mr. Clay and Mr. Russell appointed to tjeat with Great Britain. Treasury kept open for Mr. Gallatin, but not returning, was nomi- aated to joint mission. Campbell, Secretary of Treasury. Campaign against Montreal a failure by bad management. Hampton and Wilkinson. Armstrong ambitious. His book published. Wilkinson's request for a court of inquiry. Gen- eral Hampton's resignation. Armstrong's preten- tions. [Draft ; private; not sent.] 4°. 3 pages. 1814, June 25, Washington. Acknowledging letters of 11th, 12th, and 20th April. Emperor abdicated and sent to Elba. Louis declared King. Allied armies still in Paris. Provisional government in France not unfriendly to America. Reason why England can not send a large force to United States. [Draft.] 4<=. 3 pages. 1819 (f), no date. See Adams. John Quinct, Crawford. William H., Washington. 1822, September 7, Washington. Death of Mr. Reigs, Commissioner of Land Office. Dilemma as to his successor. Decides upon conferring it on Judge McLean. General Scott has recovered. [Draft.] 4°. 2 pages. 274 Crawford. William H., 1824, Man l''i Woshingtoa. Conference with Mr. Wirt. Slaves taken to tlie Creek Agency. Doc- uments criminating Governor Mitchell. His dis- missal. [Draft.] fol. 1 page. Crawford. William H., or Calhoun. J. C, s 1825 (?), no dale. Acknovpledging letter of 4th July. The principles and policy of the administration ofl8U2do not diti'er froui the present except in the measures to provide for the public defense. Necessary to be supported by the cabiuet. [Draft.] 4°. 4 pages. Crawford. William H., 1825 (?), no date. See Calhoun. John C, Crawford. William H., Wood Lawn. 1830 (f), no date, Oak Hill (?). General Jackson and tbe Seminole war, and a letter to Mr. Calhoun. [Draft.] Scrap of waste paper. 4 pages. 1830, Juguat 8, Oak Hill. Acknowledging letter of July 5. Respecting a letter received from Gen- eral Jackson relative to the Seminole war. [Draft and copy.] 4°, 2 pages; 4°, 4 pages. Cuba. 1820 (?), no date. MetnoraDdum in handwriting of Monroe, apparently the draft of a letter or mes- sage inquiriug into the condition of Cuba, its population, troops, fortifications, aud the polit- ical feeling towards us and other countries. 8°. Ipage. Dallas. Alex. J., Philadelphia. 1811, JS'ore«i6er25, Washington. Respecting Jos^ Alva- rez de Toledo, who states he has important infor- mation to give. Had writteu him to call on Mr. Dallas. [Copy on same sheet witb several others. ] fol. 1 page. 1815, May28, Wanhington. The squadron sailed. The Army reduced. Napoleon's accession. Thinks the allies will not unite to oppose hini. Murat's pol- icy. Ferdinand of Spain. But for Napoleon's con- tinental system and aim at universal monarchy Russia might have joined him against England. He should leave Holland independent. Results of our late war with England very advantageous to us. 275 Dallas. Alkx. J., Our expeditiou against Algiers. Question with the planters on selling their produce here. Should they pay tax as auctioneers f [ Dratt. ] 4°. 4 pages. Dallas. George, ISn, March n, Washingion. Mr. Dallas's account with the Department of State. His claim favorably considered. Condolence on death of his father, Monroe's friend. His character described. A rec- ord of his life. [Draft.] 4°. 2 pages. Decatuk. Stephen, 1815, April 10. See Shaler. William, DiSBROWE. Colonel, London. 1804, January 13, London. Mr. and Mrs. Pinckney's presentation to the Queen. [Draft.] 4°. 2 pages. DupOXCEAn. P. S., 1816, June 27, Washington. Transmitting nnpublished document relating to General Jackson's campaign. Monroe took charge of War Department :Wth Au- gust, 1H14. Enemy menacing. City of Washing- ton smoking. Alexandria had capitulated. The whole coast agitated. Had no desire for the office. [Dralt.] 4°. 1 page. 1829, Ma;/ 29, Oak Ilill. Acknowledging letter of 25th. Mr. MnrlHiifs book on Louisiana. He is mistaken in sniiie statriiiiiits. Instances will be shown in ni-xt 1, tt. 1. [t.'opy.] 4°. 1 page. Eaiuy. rinn:, Governor of Georgia. 1814, Sepltmber 25, Jl'ashingtoii. Expected invasion ol Louisiana. Five thousand men to be sent from Tenne.'-st e. Georgia will organize and equip two thousand five hundred, to join General Jackson as soon as possible. [Copy.] 4°. 2 pages. 1814, Ocloher 10, Washington. Intelligence from Ghent states twelve to fifteen thousand men will sail from Ireland in September to invade Louisiana and whole country west of Alleghany Mountains. Two thousand five hundred militia required from Georgia. Monroe to be advised of arrangements. [Copy.] 4°. 1 page. 1814, December 10, Washington. Would be gratified to learn if the troops required from Georgia are on 18 8 276 Early. Pktkr, tbeir wav to re-enforce General Jackson and that they will hasten their march, as New Orleans ia threatened by the enemy. [Copy.] 4°. 1 page. 1815, February 13, Washington. Acknowledging letter of 1st instant. Orders to General Blackshear ap- proved. Ten thousand stand of arms ordered to General Pinckney. Call on him for one thousand five hundred. [Copy.] 4°. 1 page. 1815, Fihruari/ 14, Washington. Treaty of peace with Great Britain signed at Ghent 24th December. [Copy.] 4". 1 page. Edwards. Dr., 1798, February 12, Albemarle. Appealing to him to testify to the falsity of the charges raised against Monroe while minister to France. [Draft.] 4°. 1 page. Edwards. Samuel M., Leesburg. 1829, April 6, Oak Bill. If elected to the convention for the amendment of the Constitution of Virginia, he will serve and devote his best faculties for the support of free government, which depends on the union of the state. Other republics have failed. [Draft and copy.] 4°. 4 pages. Erving. George W., 1800, April 4, Bichmond. Gratitude for Mr. Erving's kindness in republishing his work and vindicating him from the assaults of his enemies after his re- call from France. Explains his attitude. Faith in America's greatness. [Copy.] 4°. 3 pages. Erving. George W., Washington. 1801, March 5, liichinond. Acknowledging a letter from him. His views as to the formation of the administration. 4°. 2 p.iges. Erving. George W., Philadelphia. 1801, March 24, Richmond. Acknowledging letter of 14th. Promises to promote bis interests with the President. Has written the President in favor of Mr. Lee. Monroe's motives in buying his house in Paris. [Draft.] 4°. 3 pages. 1823, ^jjril 14, Washington. Erving's proposed visit to Europe. Otfers him letters, etc. [Draft.] 4°. 1 page. EuKOPE. Political picture of, 1817, no date. See Unknown. Everett. Edward, Boston. 1825, May '^3, Oak Hill. His acceptance as honorary nieiiiberof the Bunker Hill Monument Association. 4°. 1 page. Eustace. Dr., 1806, August 30, London. Introiliicing Mr. Barnard, son of a merchant in London. Result of Monroe's business in London as yet uncertain. [Press copy.] 4°. 2 pages. Foreign Affairs. Minister of, Paris. 1796, May 5. Parit. Acknowledging letter of 27th April. A lady claimiu g assistance as a relative of Benjamin Franklin. Proposes to communicate her demand to Kraukliu's grandson. [Copy.] 4°. 2 pages. 1796, Decemher 3, Paris. Answer to confidential note of 2d. Thanking him for comraunicatious sent him through Mr. Pichon, and for various marks of esteem shown him during his residence in Paris. [Copy in French; confidential.] fol. 1 page. 1796 (t), no date, Paris. Treaty with France. Ex- plaining our position regarding our obligations. [Part of the document missing. Copy.] 4°. 3 pages. Forest. Colonel, 1^1, Januarys, irasliington. Asking information relar tive to General Thomas Craig, who conmianded in the Pennsylvania line during the Revolutionary war. [Draft.] 4°. 2 pages. Foster. A. J. (Bri tish minister), Washington. 1811, July '^3, Washington. Acknowledging letters of 3d and 16th instant. The President's sentiments regarding Briiisli orders in council and blockade of 1806. Foster's communications do not lead to settlement of difficulties between the two coun- tries; they are only a vindication of measures which produced them. Priority of aggression is not the question. Inability of France to enforce her decrees is not a reason why vindictive hostility should fall on neutrals. If belligerents expect ad- vantages from neutrals they should allow them their rights. Good results expected by the revo- cation of the French decrees respecting neutral 278 Foster, A. J., commerce of the United States. Let Great Britain follow the example. This letter is confiued to subjects brought into view by Foster's. It is not because the United States have lost sight of other very serious causes of complaint. [Copy. ] fol. 33 pages. France. Reception in, 1794, no ri«/e. Notes probably intended for Monroe's diary. His reception in France. Morris's at- tempts to gain coninivinication with the Govern- ment, and his failure. A party to reject him ou his arrival ; his triumph. Suspicion of Jay's mis- sion. 8°. 1 page. French spoliations. 1804, February 26 and March 3. See Unknown. Gallatin. Albert, John Quincy Adams, and •Tamks A. Bayard, jointly, Wushington. 1813, ^priZ 15, Washington. Instructions toonr minis- ters to treat with the Emperor Alexander for pro- motion of peace, by his mediation, with Great Britain. The adjustment of the subject of im- pressment of seamen and right of search strongly urged. The violation of our neutral rights by il- legal blockades was the principal cause of the war. [Duplicate.] 4°. 105 pages. Gallatin. Albert, 1813, Maij 5, Washinyton. Instructing Gallatin, in order to prevent embarrassment in negotiations, that he should exercise his discretion as to manner and shape of the provision of providing against im- pressment, taking care to bind the British Govern- ment to its eft'ective discontinuance. Ordein for possession of West Florida and evacuation of East Florida have been given. Claim for outfit will no doubt be satisfactorily settled. [Copy; pri- vate.] 4°. 4' pages. Gallatin. Albert, St. Petersburg. 1813, August 5, Washington. Communicating the re- . jection of the United State Senate of his nomina- tion as minister to Russia. Does not [jmktciI from want of confidence, but incomjjatililr wiili tinsts as Secretary of the Treasury. New c n^siun sent to Mr. Adams and Mr. Bayard. Tn f.u ilitate his return, the same vessel which conveyed him, is placed at his orders. [Duplicate.] fol. 2 pages. 279 Gallatin. Alrbrt, 1815, December 16, Washington. The situation of United States minister at Paris owing to political matters there, will become more eligible. Duke of Riche- lieu not well received in England. Understand- ing between Russia and France probable. Duke of Richelieu fiieudly to United States. Intimates that iutercourse in the usual way will be opened. The President and Monroe favoral)le to Mr. Gal- latin's appointment as minister. [Draft.] 4°. 2 pages. 1816, ilatj 11, Washington. Mr. Gallatin's departure for Paris. Losses by seizures and confiscations can not be accurately estimated. [Draft.] 4^, 1 page. 1823, October 15, Washington. Ditferences with France relative to the fisheries. Ottering the acceptance of the resumption of his station in France tempo- rarily to meet the present crisis. [Draft.] 4'^. 2 pages. Gaknett. Robert S., Washington. 1822, March 29, Wanhington. Regretting his vote against recognition of Spanish American inde- peudeuce, and asks him to review it. It was the only vote. Unanimity most desirable. Eftects thereof. Reasons why he should change. [Draft.] fol. 2 pages. Gelston. David, 1809, February 7, Richmond. Complaining of his hard fortune in being harassed and caluumiated. Is on friendly footing with the administration. Hopes Gelston approves of his correspondence with Mr. JeJTersou. [Draft.] 4°. 1 page. Gf.net. Edmond C, Jamaica, L.I. 1800, July 30, Richmand. Acknowledging letter of 12th. Congratulates him upon his recall to his country. High opinion of his patriotism and iniegrity. [Copy.] 4°. 3 pages. Giles. Mr., 1808 (?), no date. See Vindication. Giles. William B., 1807, April 30, London. Acknowledging letter of 4th March. Regrets that erroneous ide.as as to his conduct in reference to his mission have influenced 280 Giles, William B., him uufavorably. Eucloses joint letter (with Mr. Piukuej) to General Armstrong, giving tolerably correct view of the treaty. [Draft.] 4°. 2 pages. Gore. Christopher, London. 1804, Janiiarii 23, London. Propo.sing to call at Buck- ingham Palace to inquire after the health of the King. [Drafr.] 4". 1 i)age. Gore. 1804, March 3, London. Acknowledging letter of 23d February. Eelative to conclusion of the business submitted to them under 7th article of treaty with Great Britain. Compliments them on the result. [Draft.] 4°. 1 i)age. GouvEKNEUR. S. L., New York. 1830, Jtt/7K-5« 1, Oak Bill. Relating entirely to family matters. 4<^. 2 pages. Great Britai.v. Treaty with, 1806, Dtcember 31. Treaty of amity and commerce and navigation between Her Britannic Majesty and the United States. [Annotated in pencil by J. M. Copy.] fol. 24 pages. 1806, no date. Loose notes respecting the commercial part of a treaty between Great Britain and the United States, by Monroe and James Bowdoin. [Draft.] 4°. 10 pages. 1807 (f), no date. Proj. ct relative to the boundary commissioners and the island of Grand Manan. [Notes.] 4°. 4 pages. 1807 (?), no date. Project for a treaty of amity, com- merce, and navigation between Great Britain and United States. Definiug boundaries to extend to the newly-acquired territories east of the Missis- sippi, and the free navigation of that river and the Missouri. [Draft.] fol. 5 pages. 1807 (t), no date. Relating to balance of trade between United States and Great Britain. [Memorandum in Monroe's handwriting.] 4°. 1 page. 1807 (t), no dale. Observations on the communication from the British Government to Monroe and Pink- ney prior to the signing of the treaty between 281 Great Britain. Treaty with, Great BritaiD and United States. Objections to certain views on tlie law of nations relating to seizures. [Notes.] 4°. 4 pages. 1807. no date. Proposed alterations in the treaty with Great Britain now negotiating. Omissions, addi- tions, and substitutions. [Draft.] fol. 5 pages. 1807 (t), no date. A project prepared by Monroe of a treaty with Great Britain. [Draft.] 4°. 15 pages. 1807, no dale. Notes relative to certain communica- tions from the British Government relative to cer- tain portions of proposed treaty. [Draft in Mon- roe's handwriting.] 4°. 2 pages. 1807 (?), no date. Memorandum or notes for a letter re- lating to treaty negotiations. [In Monroe's hand- writing.] 8°. 1 page. 1807 (f ), no date. Draft for articles in the negotia- tions for a treaty with England. [In Monroe's handwriting.] 4°. 2 pages. 1807 (?), no date. Memorandum of Monroe's headed "Intercourse between the United States and Eu- ropean dominions." Articles to be inserted in a treaty with England relating to duties and ton- nage dues. 4°. 2 pages. 1807, no date. Amendments to certain words in the treaty draft wrongly inserted and left out. [Notes.] 4°. 1 page. 1807 (t), no date. Relating to an article concerning desertions in the treaty negotiating with Great Britain. [Draft not in Monroe's handwriting, but emendations by him.] 4°. 2 pages. 1807, no date. Relating to a Ireaty with Great Britain. Article concerning trade, tonnage duties, etc. RemarksinMonroe'shaudwritingaffixed. [Draft.] 4°. 3 pages and scrap of paper. Great Manan. Island of, No date. SeK Great Britain. Treaty with, Hawkesbury. Lord, London. 1804, Jprin, London. Projectofaconvention relative to seamen. [Unsigned.] fol. 4 pages, 282 Henry. Patrick, 1786, Augu8tlZ,Xew York. Free navigation of the Mi»- sissippi. Pro])osed commercial treaty with Spain. Question of dismemberment of States east of the Hudson by eastern people.* 4°. 7 pages. Holland. Lord, London. 1806, Nuvember 14, London. Acknowledging note of 13tb. Will consult with Mr. Pinkney, and will communicate sentiments at first opportunity on the two questions iu the negotiation. [Draft.] 8°. 1 page. 1807, March 31, London. Joint note with William Pinkney, proposing an article iu the negotiations. [Draft.] S°- 1 page. 1807, Noi-ember, Stratton Parle. Farewell letter. Ex. presses his gratification iu having known him. Compliments bim on his abilities and sound prin. ciples. Hopes for peaceful settlement with png. land. [Draft.] 4°. 2 pages. Hope & Co. 1803, no date, Paris. Jointly with Mr. Livingston. Agreement to pay to the house of Hope & Co. 10,OOU,000 livres on account of purchase of Louis- iana. [Draft] 4°. 1 page. HowiCK. Lord, London. 1807, March 6, London. Acknowledging notes of 5th relative to trial of Captain Whitby. [Draft and copy.] On scrap of paper and 4*^. 1 page. 1807, March 6, London. Trial of Captain Whitby. In- forms Lord Howick that the President appreciates the measures of the British Government iu bring- ing this matter to justice. Requests delay on ac- count of expected arrival of witnesses. [Draft and copy.] 4°. 2 pages; fol., 3 pages. Ingersoll. 0. J., 1622, December 19, JTashington. Acknowledging letter of 17tb. Eecall of the nomination of Mr. Inger- soll as director of the United States Bank, and gives reasons. [Draft. J 4°. 1 page. 'This letter did not form part of the original purchase iipers ; it was presented to the Depa -^ t Henry, Esq , of Kichmond, Vi., I5e( Ingkrsoll. C. J., I'hiladelphia. 1827, Xoremher 25, OaTc Hill. Acknowledging letter of 9tli instant. Had been willinji to carry the en- conrafjeuieut of domestic manufactures so far as it might be done, excepting the imposition of direct taxes. [Draft.] 4°. 2 pages. Ingersoll. C. J., 1828, October 20, Oak Hill. Acknowledging letter of 8th. Defense of New Orleans, linputalions against Monroe when Secretary of War. Delay in forwarding men and supplies. By documents sent to Judge White he vindicates himself. Al- ways friendly to General Jackson. [Draft.] 4°. 2 pages. Jackson. Andrew, 1814, Siptemier 5, Washington. Acknowledging letter of August 10. Outrages of the enemy. Vigorous operations required in lower country. Friendly Indians should be organized and co-operate with us. Secure the friendship and services of the Choctaws. Desirable he should go to New Or- leans as soon as arrangements permit. [Copy.] 4°. 2 pages. 1814, Septembrr 27, Washington. Acknowledging letters of 10th, 23d, 24tb, 25th, and 27th August. Intended invasion by Britisli of Louisiana. Predicts their defeat. False conclusions by European govern- ments. United States and Indian forces under Jackson. Five thousand troops to be sent from Tennessee and two thousand five hundred from Georgia. Presents will be made to the Indians. One hundred thousand dollars transmitted for ex- penses. [Copy.] 4°. 4 pages. 1814, Ocijher 10, Washington. Advices received that twelve to tifteen thousand troops are to sail from Ireland in Sejiteinber to invade Louisiana. They musi hi' iiu-t with firmness and repellea. The gov- ernms ut' Teniit-s.see, Kentucky, and Georgia in- Btriiriril tn siMid Jackson twelve thousand five hundred men. To secure the services of Creeks, Choctaws, etc., by presents. [Copy.] 4°. 1 page. 1814, October 21, Washington. Acknowledging letter of 9th September. Instructiug him to take no steps to involve the United States in a war with Spain. The governor of Pensacola's insolence to 284 Jackson. Andkew, be shown to bis Governmeut. The President, ap- proves of Jackson's luanly tone in the correspond- ence with governor of Pensacola. Confidence in high trusts committed to him. Twelve thousand five hundred men have been ordered from Tennes- see, Kentucky, and Georgia to meet the pressure. One hundred thousand dollars placed to his order. [Copy.] 4°- 2 pages. 1814 December 7, Washington. Acknowledging letters of 23d and 31st October. Desires him to avoid any attack on Pensacola and to preserve amity with Spain. General Gaiues ordered to join in defense of New Orleans. Contideuee of the United States in General Jackson. New Orleans chief point of attack. How it may be defended. [Copy.] 4°. 3 pages. 1814, December 10, Washington. British troops sailed from Jamaica to attack New Orleans. Desires General Jackson to have his force at the Passes. Monroe looks for inglorious defeat of the veterans from France and Spain. [Copy.] 4°. 2 pages. Jackson. Andrew, Neie Orleans. 1815 February 5, Washington. Acknowledging letters of 9th aud 13th January, communicating account of the victory at New Orleans. Approbation of the President and congrai ulations to him and the soldiers. Five thousand troops from Kentucky and two thonsaud five hundred from Tennessee have been ordered forward. General Gaines ordered to New Orleans. [Copy.] 4". 3 pages. 1815 February 13, Washit^gton. Act of Congress au- thorizini' President to accept services of State troops a7id volunteers. Requests the general to raise and organize two regiments from the militia now in service under his command. To select hia officers and they will be confirmed by the Presi- dent. [Copy.] 4°. Ipage, 1815, February 16, Waahixgton. Treaty of peace with Great Britain signed at Ghent. Treaty rati bed. Military operations suspended. Militia to be paid and di.scharged and sent homo. Arms and equi- pa<'e to be collected and stored. Thanks of the President for the zeal and patriotism of the sol- diers. [Copy.] _ 4°. a pages. Jackson. Andrew, 1816, December 14, Washington. Acknowledging two letters 12th November. Incalculable advantages of late Indian treaties. They quiet Tennessee. New lands brought to market. Strengthens the Union. East Florida. Our attitude more impos- ing towards Spanish America and West Indies. Confidence in Jackson's sound judgment and pur- rity. The President should not be the bead of a party but of the nation, formation of a new ad- ministration. Certain eastern Federals inimical to republican government. Washington opposed to their schemes. Victory at New Orleans checked opposition. Hartford convention. The adminis- tration should rest on the Republican party. Mod- eration to Federalists. Existence of parties is not necessary for free government. Large portion of the Federal party are now Republicans. Heads of Departments should be taken from East, Middle, South, and Western States. Defense of coast and frontiers. General Bernard offers his services as engineer. [Draft and copy. ] "Confidential." 4°. 16 pages. 1820, May '23, Washington. Acknowledging letter loth April. Regrets to oppose the retirement of Gen- eral Jackson from the Army. Spanish differences unsettled. Some parts of United States less anx- ious for Florida. Others for seizing both Florida and Texas. Thinks we shouhl be content with Florida. Our difficulties are internal. Movement in Spain. Policy as to Spanish colonies. Advis- able that Jackson should remain in the Army should war take place. [Copy.] 4°. 4 pages. ISil, May 23, Washington. Appointing him governor of Florida, and making suggestions as to his course. Appointment of various persons in different capac- ities and posts in Florida. [Copy.] fol. 4 pages. Iff21. December SI, Washington. Accepting his resigna- tion of the government of Florida. [Copy.] 4°. 1 page. 1822, May 30, Washington. Declaring he would not intentionally give cause for complaint. Explains the course he had pursued in the presenting to Congress his views in the Florida case. Strict- ures on the conduct of the opposition last session. Internal improvements message. [Copy.] 4°. 3 pages. Jackson. Andrew, 1825, Juhj 3, Oak Hill. Monroe's account -n-ith the Government. Unkindly attacked. Had he desired to profit unjustly hy the country he had oppor- tunities. His visits'to the frontiers. [Draft.] 4^. 3 pages. 1828, no date, Oak Mill. Relative to tlie order for Jackson to take connnaud. [Draft. ] 4"^. 1 page. Jefferson (?). 1796 (?), no ilate. Portion of a letter, many pages of whicli are wanting, rclatnig to the state of affairs in France and England, during liis first mission in the former country, in 1794. [Copy. No sig- nature.] ip/ 10 pages. Jefferson. Washington. 1801, Marck-2, Richmond. Acknowledgingletterof 12th. Political suggestions. Recommends no compro- mise with the Royalist party. Adams endeav- ored to embarrass the new administration, etc. Confidence in Jefferson's j udgmeat. [ Draft. ] 4°. 4 pages. 1801, March 12, Pichmond. Political opinions and ad- vice. Avoid entangling alliances with the Roy- alists. Who should be ousted from office. Ex- pression of opinion in politics should not affect subordinates. [Draft.] 4°. 3 pages. 1801, March 15, Richmond. Acknowledging letter March 7. Jefferson's address .approved by every- one. The views of the two parlies in the Repub- lic. New converts may shift again. Crimes and enormitiesof the Federalists. Government should employ Republicans. Expose what is wrong. Subaltern officers should not be changed who have been faithful to their duties. [Draft.] 4°. 4 pages. 1801, March 15, Richmond. Representing the good character and abilities of Mr. Fenwick. [Draft.] 4'^. 2 pages. 1801, March 2:i, Richmond. Recommending for coUec- torship of New York David Gelston, and for con- sul at Marseilles William Lee of Boston. [Draft.] 4°. 2 pages. 1801, April 30, Richmond. Urging the removal of the present minister to Great Britain. Reasons for same. Too friendly to Great Britain's interests, etc. [Draft. Endorsed by Monroe, "This letter was not sent."] 4°. 4 pages. 287 jEKKEliSoX. 1801. Mail '\ likhmotuL How the Ci>rnsp(.ndi-ncf Ijetvveeii thi- Executive of the General Goveni- iiientiiuaofaStateshoiiia befomluctea. [Diat't.] 4^.' 4 pages. 1803, January 7, Bichmoiid. Return to the bar. Pro- poses to visit Washiugton after a visit to the West. [Draft.] 4°. 1 page. 1804, Marchlh. Loiuloti. Aelpointment would be incompatible with his duties abroad. Much to be done to soothe the irritation of England. [Draft.] 4°. 2 pages. 1604, September 25, London. Is of opinion that the ne- gotiation of a treaty should not be hurried. Un- certain when to leave for Spain. Spain more interested in an amicable settlement with us re- garding boundaries. Mr. Piuckney left Madrid without taking leave. Neither England nor France cau join Spain agaiust us. Settlement of our country west of Mississippi. Opposes it at present. Rupture between Great Britain and Spain. [Copy.] 1806, January 11, London. Acknowledging letter of 2Uth October. Negotiations for a treaty with Great Britain. No aid from neutral powers except Denmark. Sympathies of the northern powers with us, although unable to render aid. [Copy.] 4°. 2 pages. 1806, June 15, London. Complaints against General Armstrongby his colleague, Mr. Bowdoin. Doubts as to hisiutesrity. May defeat tlie measures of our Government in reference to Spain. Is confident of the integrity of Mr. Bowdoin. Advice as to foreign policy, "and hopes for success in onr free system of government and of this administration. [Private letter. Not sent, as noted on back.] 4°. 9 pages. 28S Jefferson. IHOC, June 20, London. Business of bis mission sus- pended until tlie iinival of liis successor, Mr. Pink- ney. Mr. Fox well disposed, but checked by the British cabinet. Mr. Bowdoia and his colleague, General Armstrong not on a confidential or cor- dial footing. [Press copy.] 4°. 4 pages. 1806, JulifS, London. Acknowledging letter of 4th May. Decliues the oiler for the government of Louisiana. Desires to return to Virginia. Illness of Mr. Fox unfavorable for negotiations. [Draft.] 4°. 2 pages. 1806. Julii 8, London. Fragment of a letter. Reminds Mr. Fox of his engagement to produce some effect in the Cabinet. Will obey with promptitude any hint which might be given to make return advis- able. [Draft. Noted on back, " Not sent."] 8°. 1 page. 1807 (t), June 1, London. Portion of a private letter in which he fears and regrets his public course abroad has not met the approval of the adminis- tration. Enters into detail and reviews his acts and justiiies them, and is .satisfied he has been misunderstood and not appreciated. His patriot- ism and faithful discharge of his duties have been his sole aim. [Draft.] 4°. 4 pages. 1808, February 27, Richmond. Personal and private matters. Censure and public opinion in conse- quence of signing the British treaty. Regrets it, but is conscious of having done the best he could. Trusts justice will be done him. Approves of Mr. Madisou as candidate for Presidency. [Copy and draft.] 4°. 4 pages. 1808, March 22, Richmond. Acknowledging letter of 11th instant. Review of his foreign mission. Defence of his course. Patriiitism and duty his only aim. Co operation with Mr. Pinkney dis- cussed. Change of British ministry interfered with efforts to conclude a treaty. Doubts cleared up regarding friendly feeling of Jefferson. [Draft and duplicate.] 4°. 18 pages. 19 s 289 Jeffersox. 1808, April 18, Mclimoiul. Acknowledging letters of the 11th and 13th iust.iut. Explanations were nnnecessary, yet gave proof of friendship. Ba- rings agree to wait tlie term mentioned for reim- liursenient of the money loaned to La Fayette. [Press copy.] -1^. 2 pages. ^fontict^llo. 1808, September I.'), Albemarle. R.tiirn home from Kentncliy. Reiiiiests peimission to jmlilisli cor- respondence on certain important public topics. [Draft.] 4'-. 1 page. 1808, September 27, Albemarle. Enclosing copies of let- ters to Mr. Kan(lol]ili wliile aJiroad. Also one to Mr, Giles relating to politics. [Draft.] 4°. 2 pages. Jl'asliingion. 1808, October 24, Albemarle. Before pnblication of ( or- respondence will omit whatever passages JeflVr- son desires. Thinks the publication will have a good eti'ect. [Draft.] 4°. 2 pages. 1808, October 28, Bichmond. Stating that their corre- spondence will be printed lo-day in pamphlet form. Certain passages omitted. Unwarranted editorial remarks by the pnblisher in his paper. [Draft.] 4". 1 page. 1808, Xorember 1, Richmond. Omissions in the cor- respondence iiublislied. Transmitting conununi- catinn from Mr. Wilberforce. [Dratt,] 4". 1 page, 1809, January 18, Hichmoiid. Proposition for Monroe's itment to a mission to France and England. ,] 4-, 2 pages, Moiiticello. 1809, September 4, Albemarle. Intimation that a visit from Mr. .Jefienson lo Colonel Walker would be con.sidered an act of kindness, and appreciated. Colonel Walker proposes to go in a few days to Philadelphia. [Draft.] 4^', 1 page. appoint! [Draft,] Jefferson. 1810, Dectmher 24, Albemarle (f). Correspondence with commissioners about opening the riyer, and throwing light on inland navigation. Applica- tion for copy for publication, which Monroe ad- vised to withhold at present. Matters relating to conciliation of members of the assembly. [Dralt.] 4°. 3 pages. 1811, January 21, Richmond. Accepting the nomination as governor of Virginia. [Draft.] 4°. 1 page. 1813, June 7, Waahington. Changes in War and Navy Department indispensable. Mr. Eustice asks leave to retire. General Harrison's popularity. President does not wish Mounie to leave his pres- entstation. Wretched conditiim of military man- agement. Post of Niagara fallfu into State hands. General Van Ransselaer incompetent. General Dearborn's post was Niagara, the place to have saved the country from defeat of Van Kansselaer and the disgraceful discomfiture of Smyth. Dear- born patriot ic, etc., but infirm and inactive. Sub- stiliitc slionlil be provided. Monroe offers his serv- ices. II.- t(.iik the position of Secretary of War tciiiporai il\ . Succeeded by General Armstrong. Madison uUi-rs to nominate Monroe major-general, but prefers he would not accept, for I he vacancy in State Department would have to be filled by Gallatin. Campaign of 1813. Proposal to unite in Armstrong the functions of Secretary of War and comraander-in-chief. Troops collecting at Bermuda, possibly to be used against Washington or New Orleans. Should the Secretary of War be absent and defeat follow, the effect would be disas- trous. Mediation of Russia may possibly be suc- cessful. A popular westt-rn man would be pre- ferred in place of Mr. Gallatin. [Two drafts.] fol. 4 pages. 4°. 8 pages. 1814, December 21, Washington. His situation embar- rassing. How Washingtoa might have been saved from capture. General Winder a brave man. General Armstrong infatuated. He derided every warning. Consternation at the result of the battle near Bladensburg. Citizens of Wash- ington prepared for a second surrender. Confi- dence in Armstrong gone. He retires. Monroe takes his plnce. Deplorable condition of the finances. A fine country, vast resources, but 291 Jefferson. without money or credit. A paper medium. Sec retary Dallas's plan. Monroe williu<; to accept almost any plan. The Hartford convention lead- ers. Ranks them with Burr. [Draft.] fol. 4 pages. 1820, Novenibtv 15, Washington. Acknowledging his note (no date). Sends copy of the message. Strik- ing contrast between our country and Europe. Amount of debt paid off since the war greater than supposed. Claims of Portuguusc. Charges against two of our judges. Demands inadmis- sible. Our demand for names of the judges. [Copy.] fol. 2 pages. 1821, September 6, Oak Bill. Acknowlwlging letter I3th ultimo. Sickness in his family. The senate of Cracow propose to erect a statue to Koskiuseo. Aid wanted. A like effort to honor Washington's memory failed in the United States. [Draft.] 4^. 2 pages. 1824, December 11, Washington. Negotiations with Great Britain for suppression of the slave trade. Settlement of his accounts in 1794 and 1803. Has no complaint against Jefferson and Madison. [Draft.] 4°. 2 pages. 1826, January 15, Oak Hill. Correspondence with J. Q. Adams, charging disaffection against certain Federal leaders pending the embargo. Danger of a correspondence of Giles with Jell'erson. Se- rious import of Mr. Adams's disclosures. [Draft.] 4°. 3 pages. 1826, February 13, Onk Hill. Monroe's mission of 1803 and claims. Evidence of Jefferson's friendly feel- ings toward him. Monroe's public employments had injured his patrimony. Difficulty of his po- sition. Jefferson's application to the legislature for grant of a lottery to sell his estate on account of embarrassments. [Draft.] 4°. 2 pages. Johnson. Chapman, 1811, January 14, Richmond. Acknowledging letter of 12th. Gratified at his views. Monroe's support of republican cause result of feeling and best judg- ment. Surprised at the idea he should wish to embarrass the measures of the administration. Whatever difference of opinion as regards policy 292 Johnson. Chapman, regarding foreign affairs, will never be used to counteract measures of the Goveruraent. [Draft of two letters.] 4^^. 4 pages. 1808-9, no date. Conditions on which he will accept the trust of governor of Virginia. [Draft.] 4". 1 page. Jones. Walter, Washington. 1808, January 24, Richmond. Acknowledging letters of 8ih and -JOth. Candidacy fur the Presidency. Has not offered himself as a candidate. Would be willing to serve his country in that capacity if the nation wishes it. [Draft.] 4°. 2 pages. Jones. Roger, 1826, no dale, Oak Uill. In vindication of his condnct at that period, requests answers to interrogatories relative to the attack on Washington City in 1814. His first ofBce. A public dinner. His private af- fairs. [Draft.] 4'-^. 2 pages. King. Rufus, Jamaica, L. I. 1817, JpriJ 29, Washington. Acknowledging letter of 14th April. Operat.ous of our mint. His sug- gestions received with attention and pleasure. [Draft. ] 4". 1 page. Lafayette. 1798, June 1 and July 23. See Unknown. 1829, Mflj/2, Oak Hill. Interesting circumstances since the battle of Braudy wine. Will not accept a loan from Lafayette. Scarcely hopes to meet again. Monroe's ill health. The State convention to amend the Constitution. Madison and Monroe nominated as members. Mr. Gouverneur. Mar- bois's book on Louisiana. Napoleon waited for Monroe's arrival in France. A war was antici- pated wit,h England in France. [Copy.] 4°. 7 pnges. Lee. Henry (author). Nashville. 1828, Jpril 23, Oak Hill. Acknowledging letter of March 30. Life of General Jackson. Facts con- cerning the attack on the Spanish forts in the Seminole war. Although it was done contrary to orders, Monroe defended Jackson and threw blame on Spanish officers. Hopes Jackson's views and explanations will be adopted regardless of Mon- roe's. [2 copies and draft. ] 4". 9 pages. 293 Lee. Henry, 18-28, June 23, Oak Hill. Acknowledging letter of 24th May. Consents to allow hira to peruse the private correspondence witli GeneralJackson for publica- tion in his life. [3 copies and a draft.] 4°. 3 pages. Scrap. 1 page. 1828, Ju?^ 3, Oafcffif/. Ackuowledging letter 24th May. Replied 23d June, permitting hira to read his pri- vate correspondence with General Jackson. Gives him a list of said papers. In protecting Jackson's honor Monroe exposed himself to severe attacks from his enemies. Major Lee may do jus- tice to both. [Draft and 3 copies.] 4°. 14 pages. Lewis. Morgan, New York. 1814, October In, Wusliington. Transfer of Lewis's maud to Governor Tompkins. Cause, ill health and adviuiciiig years. [Copy.] i°. 2 pages Livingston. Edward, irashington 1828, April 20, Oak Hill. Acknowledging letter of 13th, Dispute between J eftVrson and Livingston about the battle of New Orleans. Eecouciliation be- tween them. The facts of the case. [Draft.] fol. 2 pages. Livingston. Robert R., 1801, June 12, Richmond. Introducing Mr. Poinsett, Anticipates Mr. Livingsion's success in his mis sion to France. [Dralt.] 4°. 2 pages, Livingston, Robert R., Paris, 1803, April 12, Paris. Notifying him of his arrival in Paris. [Draft.] 4°. I page 1803, April 13, Paris. Requesting Livingston to write to Talleyrand to present him to First Consul, [Draft.] 4°. 1 page, 1803, May 5, Paris. Proposing an amendment to the project submitted toMarbois. Relative to claim- ants. Inequality of conditions of payments. En closes paper suggesting the changes. fol. 2 pages, 1803, ITaj/S, Paris. Sending paper to be substituted for one presented to Mr. Marbois. French spolia tion claims. [Draft.] fol. 4 pages. 1803, May 6, Paris. Proposing an amendment to the convention relative to claimants against France [Draft.] 4°. 1 page, 294 Livingston. Robert K., 1803, June 15, Paris. Asking for copy of a letter of Talleyrand of 10th Maroh, relating to Monroe and the objects of his mission. [Draft.] 4°. 1 page. 1803, June 23, Paris. Asking for papers relati ng to the negotiations with Spain for Florida. [Draft.] 4°. 2 pages 1803, Jurie 28, ParU. Asking for Mr. Talleyrand's let ter to bim of 2Jd March. [Copy or draft. ] 4°. 1 page, 1803, no dale, Paris. The Louisiana purchase. Q tiou as to boundary. West Florida to be included. [Iiraft; not sent.] 4°. 3 pages, X'Sffi, no date, Paris. Purchase of Louisiana. The ex- tent of the acquisition or boundaries should be dis- tinctly stated. [Draft ; not sent.] 4*^. 4 pages, 1803, Jugust20, London. Acknowledging letter of , Eeliitive to payment of 10,000,(J00 livres toward the purchase of Louisiana. Misccmceptious and explanations. Encloses guarantee for the applica- cation of the 10,000,000 livres. [Copy. J 4°. 7 pages. 1803, August 20, London. Acknowledgment of letter. Enclosing guarantee for the application of 10,000,- 000 livres toward the purchase of Louisiana. Mis- conceptions and explanations. [Draft.] 4°. 6 pages. 1803, October 9, London. Acknowledging letter of 11th September. Review of the negotiations for the purchase of Louisiana. Responsibility of the guarantee of payment. Regrets any diversity of opinion. Declines to annex any qualification to the instrument of guarantee. [Copy, and fragment of duplicate.] 4°. 21 pages. 1803, October 17, London. Baggage and effects of Je- rome Bonaparte. Anticipates happiest effects from our late treaties with France. [Draft.] 4°. 1 page. 1803,Oc(o6er 19, London. Requesting Livingston to ap- ply to First Consul to permit Colonel Johnston, of the British army, to go to the West Indies to bring away his wife. [Press copy.] 4°. 2 pages. 1803, October 29, London. Acknowledging letter of 25th September. Expects ratification of treaty. [Press copy.] 4°. 3 pages. 295 Livingston. Kobeut R., 1803, November 19, London. Acknowledging letter of 28tb October. Encloses papers. Happy that his conduct (regarding treaty) is approved. Hopes soon to hear of ratification. [Press copy. ] 4°. U pages. 1804, January 13, London. Acknowledging letters (no date). Is happy that Livingston has joined in the guarantee. The treaty with France ratified by the President and Senate. The business concluded if Spain acquiesces. This terminates all questions respecting guarantee. Spain's conduct in oppos- ing cession treaty unaccountable. Kefers to Mon- roe's present mission in Great Britain. [Copy.] 4°. 3 pages. 1804, February 14, London. Surrender by Spain of Louisiana to France, to be transferred to United States. King of England seriously indisposed. Jerome Bonaparte's marriage with Miss Patterson. Her brother introduced, who carries letter from Jerome to First Consul. Liberation of Mr. and Mrs. Oliphant and Mr. Ferguson, prisoners in France. [Press copy.] 4°. 3 pages. 1804, April 16, London. Acknowledging letters of 8th andlSthult. Condition of English affairs. Health of the King. Should the Prince of Wales become King, Mr. Fox would be brought back into the ministry. Caution suggested in correspondence, [Press copy.] 4°. 3 pages. 1804, May 13, London. British ministry resigned. Pitt minister. The King positively refuses to ad- mit Fox. The new ministry not completed. Con- jectures, etc. American alfairs on a good footing. [Press copy.] 4°. 3 pages. Livingston. Robert R., London. 1804, Mati 31, London. Proposes to introduce Living- ston to Lord Harrowby prior to his presentation at court. [Draft.] 4°. 1 page. Livingston. Robert R., Pori«. 1804, August i, London. Acknowledging lettersof 19th June. European politics, etc. Asks his good of- fices for a young Englishman at Verdun named Wilson. Introduces a Mr. Cutting. [Press copy.] 4°. 3 pages. 296 Livingston. Kobert R., 1804, Augu8t24, London. An interview requested with Lord Harrowby to know the sentiments of His Bri- tannic Majesty's Government on the differences between the two governments. Appointed 29th for the interview. Will probably go to Spain ; if so, will go through France via Holland. [Press copy.] 4". -2 pages. 1804, November Fi, London. Urging Livingston and Gen- eral Armstrong to accept Mr. Talleyrand's invita- tion. [Draft.] 4". 1 page. 1804, November 13, London. Acknowledging letter of day before. Letter to Talleyrand asking good ofBces of the Emperor in our negotiations with Spain for the acquisition of Florida. [Copy.] 4°. 4 pages. Logan. Dr., and others. 1795, Jmie 23, Paris. Reflections upon the status in France. Superiority of France over all Europe. TheRepublichasadecided preponderance, neither will it be diminished. [Copy. Note ou the back : " Copies sent to Dr. Logan, Aaron Burr, John Beckley, R. Livingston, and Jefferson."] 4°. 1 page, Logan. Dr., 1798, no date. See Unknown. 4°. 2 pages. Louisiana. Acquisition of, 1803, April. Extracts from Mr. Livingston's draft of a project relating to the cession of Louisiana. [In Monroe's handwriting.] 4°. 2 pages. 1803, April 30. Proposed convention between the French Republic and the United States. Acqui- sition of Louisiana and settlement of claims. [Draft, Monroe's handwriting. ] fol. 4 pages. 1803, May 2. Monroe's journal relating to the prepa- ration and signing of the convention by the ministers with France in 1803 for the cession of Louisiana and settlement of claims of American citizens. 4°. 12 pages. 1803, no date,. Draft in Monroe's handwriting of the articles of agreement to a treaty with France for the cession of Louisiana. 4°. 4 pages. 297 Louisiana. Aquisition of. 1803, no date. Memorandum in Monroe's handwriting relative to tlie treaty of cession of Louisiana. 4°. 1 page. 1803 (t), no date. Relating to negotiations for pur- chase of Louisiana. [Draft.] 4°. 2 pages. 1803 (t), no date. Political reflections. Acquisition of Louisiana to be attended with great results in the future. [Press copy.] 4°. 3 pages. 1604, January '22. The negotiations of the French treaty for the purchase of Louisiana; the terms. No individual connected with the transaction on the part of France received one cent commission. [Press copy.] 4°. 7 pages. 1804, January 27. Note preparatory to the presenta- tion of the American commissioners to the King on taking leave. [Draft.] 4°. 1 page. Louisiana boundaries. 1803, no date. Limits of Louisiana and Canada by treaty of 1763 between France and Great Britain. Mississippi question. [Draft.] 4°. 2 pages. Lyman. 1817 (?), no date. Review of the foreign negotiations in which he was engaged. The rejected treaty of 1806. His letter to Mr. Madison. [Draft.] small 4°. 4 pages. McIlhany. James, 1827, January, Oak Hill. Acknowledging letter of 16th instant. Is indisposed Declines the proposition that he would take the office of governor of Vir- ginia on account of the embarrassed condition of his private affairs. [Draft.] 4°. 2 pages. McKean. Thomas, Pennsijlvania. 1800, July 12, Richmond. Acknowledging receipt of let- ter of . Congratulations upon the change in our political system. Will secure those liberties which were acquired by our Revolution. [Draft. ] 4°. 2 pages. McLean. John, Washington. 1827, October, Oak Hilt. Inviting him to visit him to confer confidentially. Will take no part in the election ; desires to be neutral. Refers to the cor- respondence between General Jackson and Judge McLean. John, Southard relative to Monroe's conduct while in War Departmtut in the late war. Has always done full justice to General Jackson. [Draft.] 4°. 2 pages. 1827, December b,Oak Hill. Complimenting him on the improvement of the Post-Office Department dur- ing his management. As to publishing his me- moirs in pamphlet form. General Washington's character. Monroe's lourse in France. His course relating to General Jackson during his manage- ment of the War Department in 1814. [Copy.] 4°. 4 pages. 1828, January 25, Oak Hill. Complaint of General Jackson of Monroe's conduct towards him in the Florida government. Much hurt at the letter. Replied to it and gives reasons. [Draft.] 4°. 3 pages. 1828, March 18, Oalc Hill. Memorandum (as stated on back) to Mr. McLean with a list of the papers sent to him of the cories|)ondence with General Jackson respecting Seminole war. 8°. 1 page. 1828, August 7, Oak Hill. Major Lee in his life of Jackson is to render justice to the matter of the Seminole war, Monroe's land and slaves sold in Albemarle, and 20,000 acres in Clay County, Ky., for debts contracted in the public service and more debt due. [Copy.] 4°. 2 pagis. 1828, November 24, Oak Hill. Acknowledging letter ot I8th. Hears with pleasum Mr. Gouverneur's ap- pointment as postmaster for city of New York. His fall from a horse has confined him to his room for a month. Is better. [Draft.] 4°. 2 pages. Madison. Philadelphia. 1795, September, Paris. Acknowledging letter of 2d May. Strong disapproval of the treaty with Great Britain. Instead of a reparation of in- juries to commerce, it sanctions them. Inimicail to France, our ally. [Draft.] 4°. 6 pages. 1796, January 12, Paris. Acknowledging letter of 12th April, 1795. Dissatisfaction of the American peo- ple with the "Jay" treaty, because of their in- terest in the French Republic, causes a happy effect in France. Situation of the French Re- public. Finances, etc. Increasing confidence. Repulsion of Count Carletti. Remonstrance of the diplomatic corps. [Draft.] 4°. 6 pages. 299 Madison. 1796, January 20, Paris. Residence of Thomas Paine with Mr. Monroe after his release from prison in Paris, and Monroe's uneasiness lest he should ■write compromising articles for publication. [Copy and draft.] 4°. 3 pages. 1796, February 27, Paris. Complaining of not hearing from him (or nine months. Organization of the new government in France. Great preparations for war. [Copy mostly in cipher.] fol. 2 pages. Madison. Wathinglon. 1603, Jpril ir., Paris. Confidential letter concerning' Mr. Livingston's conduct on Monroe's arrival in Paris relative to the negotiations for purchase of Louisiana. [Draft; not sent.] 4°. 3 pages. 1803, June 23, Paris. Relating circumstances about Livingston's dislike of Monroe's appointment as joint negotiator for treaty for cession of Louisi- ana. Livingston's private conference with Mar- bois after the dinner at which Monroe assisted. Livingston's transactions prior to Monroe's arrival in France. [Copy.] 4°. 4 pages. 1803, October 22, Paris. Enclosing copy of letter from Mr. Marbnis relative to 10,000,000 livres guarantee for cession of Louisiana. Statements and views regarding the treaty. Private matters. [Press copy.] 4°. 3 pages. 1803, ^•ovember25, Paris. Acknowledging left erof 30th July. General remarks about guarantee. Con- versation with Lord Castlereigh and Mr Adding- ton. Opinion as to treaty with Great Britain. Livingston's conduct as to guarantee noticed. British Government approves of the cession. When to go to Madrid? Take or leave family f [Press copy.] 4°. 10 pages. 1803, December 15, Paris. Acknowledging letters of 10th October and 29th September. Private mat- ters. President's message drawn with great skill, especially that part relating to Louisiana. Good efi'ect in London. Probably the same in Paris. Cession of Louisiana. Great as the revolution has been in the United States, it is not com- plete in eastern states. Some parties there, however, who have aided, in that measure should be rewarded. [Draft.] 4''. 5 pages. 300 Madison. 1803, December 17, Parig. Opposition of Spain to our treaty with France. Good faith of France not doubted. Details respecting Monroe's conduct in relation to the Louisiana purchase and the $2,000,000 guarantee payment. [Copy and press copy.] 4°. 10 pages. 1804, April 17, London. Acknowledging letters of 14th and 16th February. The King's indisposition. English politics. Has requested the President to appoint some other person to Louisiana. [Press copy.] 4°. 3 pages. 1804, April2Ctj^onclon. Acknowledging letters of 14th and l()th February. Position of English ministry. Probable instructions to Mr. Merry to conform to onr diplomatic rules. The King's health. Prob- able change in ministry. [Press copy.] 4'^. 4 pages. 1804, May 5, London. Probable change of ministry in Great Britain Coalition of Pitt and Fox prob- able. Peace the result. Reported agreement be- tween the House of Bourbon and Great Britain to unite in recovering Louisiana from the United States. Will not go to Spain until directed [Press copy.] 1804, May 6, London. The motive of France In ceding Louisiana to us. Plans respecting St. Domingo. Our policy of non-interference in foreign afl'airs. English politics. 4°. 4 pages. 1804, May 22, London. Changes in the British min- istry. Interview with Lord Harrowby. Mr. Pinckney's business. Mr. Livingston's visit to Paris. Motive not known. Our avoidance ol European politics. Our business at Paris should be settled without delay. Mr. Skipwith's high character. [Press copy.] 4°. 4 pages. 1804, June 10, London Interview with Lord Har- rowby accompanied by Mr Livingston. No at- tention shown Livingston by the Government on account of his note to Talleyrand reflecting on Great Britain. Ministry jealous of Livingston's intercourse with the opposition Question of peace between England and France. Matters relating to Mr. Merry, British minister at Wash- ington. [Press copy. ] 4°. 8 pages. 301 Madison. 1804, June 12, London. Distribution of higher offices from States other than Virginia. Thinlis that prndent and discreet men are more desirable to fill foreign offices than brilliant onei*, siirli as are more likely to err by doing nothing than too mnch. [Private.] 4°. 2 pages. 1804, June 28, London. Acknowledging letter of 13th April. Mr.Livinijstoii's visit to London has given offence to tlie Gciveriiiiicnt. Monroe com|ilain8 that Livingston did not inform him of his object. Will not leave for Spain immediately. Mr. Mer- ry's conduct in Washington not disapproved of by his Government. Difficulties of foreign ministers in L(mdon to retain their independence and the neutrality of their nation. This Government ex- pected our co-operation in the present war. Eng- land's motive in engaging in the present war. Jealousy of France's in Presidential eleition and tue thiee candidates. Eflfiets ou the ey8t*-m of public defense. Intended transfer of Colonel Bissell. Nominations and lejecti ns. Colonel Towson confirmed. Reduction of the Army. Discontent of disbanded officers Army rules. Scott's book. Army etaflf and Navy well organized. The ei..onomical party Public opin- ion will keep the movement right. Government may pusper without parties, which are a curse. Misconduct and success of lust war broke down the Federalists. Object of his eastern journey. Is there virtue in the people sufficient to support a free republican government f [Copy.] large 4°. 6 pages. 1622, August 25, Washington. Enclosing report of com- mittee of Senate on nominations for vacancies in the Army. Asks opinion of Madison whether be should accept the coutirmatiou or reject it. Mex- ican affairs. Iturbide in chief ooumiand. Proc- lamation by England on the colonial trade. [Copy.] 4°. 2 pages. 1830, July 2, Oak Hill. His health will not permit him to accompany him to the university Mrs. Mon- roe feeble. Mr Hay ill. Mr. Sparks's publica- tion ou. [Backs of printed paper. Draft.] 4 pages. 1831, April 11, New York Troubled with a continual cough Could not reside ou his farm. Itssolitude. Would like to take a house m New York. Could only do so by selling his Virginia estate. His claim unsettled by the Treasury. His situation prescribed his course. Regrets there is no pros- pect of seeing Mr. Madison again Resigns as visitor to University of Virginia. Mrs. Madison. Mrs. Hay would reside with him. [Copy Prob- ably the last letter written by Monroe to Madison. ] 4°. 2 pages. Marbois. BarbA, Ports. 1803, June 2, Pai-i«. Jointly with Livingston answer- ing Marbois's letter (a copy of which is ou same .310 Marbios. Barbe, sheet). Question of guarantee of the first pay- ment towards the cession of Louisiana. [Copy.] fol. 3 pages. 1803, Angus' 20, Paris. Acknowledsiug letter of 11th Thermidor. Relative to the payment of 10,000,000 )ivriis on accouutof the purchase of Louisiana. [Draft.] 4°. 2 pages. 1803, October 10, Paris. Acknowledsins letter of 12th September. Relative to guarantee of payment on the Louisiana purchase. Assurances of friendly disposition. [Draft.] 4°. 1 page. 1804, February 14, London. Transfer of Louisiana to the United States. Jerome Bonaparte's marriage. Speaks in high terras of the lady. Introduces her brother, who carries letter from Jerome to first consul. [Draft.] 4°. 3 pages. 1804, Novemher2'3, London. Transmitting copy of letter to Talleyrand asking good offices in the nego- tiations with Sp.iin for ces.sioii of Florida. Will leave for Madrid after the coronation. [Draft.] 4°. 1 page. 1829, June 24, Oak Hill Acknowledging letter of 3d of April, with a copy of his history of Louisiana. Speaks in complimentary terras about it, but calls his attention to some statements which Monroe will write about hereafter. Is still indisposed. [Draft.] 4°. 1 page. Mason. S.T., and W.C.Nicholas. Washington. 1801, February 18, Bichmond. No advices from Wash- a. Supposes mails are kept back by design. infurniation of actual state of afiiiirs in Con- gress regarding the Presidential election by the Bouse. Trusts all the Republican States will re- main firm. 4°. 2 pages. Mason. S. T., W.C.Nicholas, and John Breck- ENRIDGE. Washington. 1803, May 25, Paris. Private letter. Relative to pur- chase of Louisiana. Resulting from the wise, firm, and moderate measures of the Executive and Congress during last session, al.so by the ap- proaching rupture between England and France. [Draft. ] 4°. 3 pages. 311 ingtt Asks Marshall. John, IVashiiigton. IS25, March 10, If'asliington. Acknowledging letterof 7th with volnnie of his history of our colonial state. Is phased with his favorable opinion of him, and his administration. Early acquaintance. [Draft. ] 4°. 1 page. Maryland. The Governor ol, 1607, October 28, London. Introducing Mr. Rose. H. B. M. minister to United States. [Draft.] 4°. 1 page. Mercer. Hugh, 1827, December 10, Oak Hill. Acknowledging letter of 3d instant. Shall remain neutral in the approach- ing Presidential election. Friendly relations to both and wishes to retain them. Believes ex- Presidents should take that course. [Copy.] 4°. 2 pages. Mercer. John, Paris. 1804, .June 8, London. Acknowledging note of no date Differences of opinion between the board of com missioners and the minister. Conjectural note Explanations. Advice as to rule of action with claimants. [Press copy.] 4°. 5 pages. 1804, J«Hf 19, Loudon. Suggestions as to course of ac- tion to be pursued in the board of commissioners in Paris. [Press copy.] 4°. 3 pages. 1804, August 5, London. Commending the measures of the board of commissioners. Differs on some points. Keviews at length their labors. [Draft.] 4^. 6 pages. Military Committee. Chairman of, Washington. 1812, Decenibif 2:(, Washington. Opinion of the War Department as to propriety of augmenting pres- ent niililary force and of what it should consist, and the means to effect a prompt and successful movemeut against the enemy. [Duplicate.] fol. 14 pages. 1814, no date, Washington. Discretionary powers of generals to make requisitions on executives of the several States for militia, and whether legislative provision is necessary. The President is au- thorized to make plans and see they are faith- fully executed, when invasions are menaced, etc. [Draft.] 4°. 2 pages. 312 Military Committee. 1815, Fchniary, Washington, Report on some difficul- ties oil the part of the State governments to a call on the militia in certain cases by the General Gov- ernment. Articles of the Constitution on the sub- jecldiscussed. [Copy.] ' 4°. 15 pages. 1815, February "22, Washington. Acknowledging letter of 20th instant. Onr. duciugthemilitary establish- ment. Result of the proved stability and strength of our Government. We have acquired a rank among nations. Can not go back. Great Britain has now in America 35,000 troops; our force should in a measure be regulated by that. Our affairs with Spain still unsettled. The more independent onr attitude the better chances for success. No cause to fear any European power. Our vulner- able points. Our coast, the Upper Mississippi, and our boundary lines should be fortified. Twenty- thousand troops should be retained. Methods suggested for regulating the reduction of the Army. Estimates of expenses. [Copy.] 4°. 7 pages. Military matters. 1817, April 22. Memorandum of orders and instruc- tions, fortifications, foundry, Indian lands. Gene- ral Jackson. Indian treaty, etc. [Notes in Mon- roe's handwriting.] fol. 2 pages. MoRBURY. William, Georgetown. 1815, December 14, Washington. Acknowledging his let- ter (no date). States the aid that was rendered by the Farmers and Mechanics' Bank of George- town to the military operations of the Govern nient while Monroe was acting as Secretary of War. The institution did everything in its power to aid the Government. [Draft.] 4°. 1 page. Navigation laws. 1817, no date. Additional articles respecting naviga- tion. British ports, etc. Proposed navigation laws. [Copy.] fol. 4 pages. 1817 (t), no date. Project for the convention for the proposed navigation laws between Great Britain and United States. Impressment. Search. De- sertions, etc. [Draft.] 4°. 6 pages. 1818, April IS, and April 15, 1820. Memorandum re- lating to a navigation act. [Monroe's handwrit- ing.] 4°. Ipage. 313 Nelson. Hugh, 1839, January 27, Oak Hill. RegrettinK that a generong sentiment of delicacy should prevent more fre- quent coramnuication. The publication of hia memoirs is intended to vindicate himself after a full knowledge of his actions and motives are known. If imy proofs are required they can be furnished. He asked nothing of the legislature in support of his claims. Requests him and Mr, Preston to aid him in the legislature. [Copy.] 4°. '-i i)ages. Onis. Luis de, Philadelphia. 1816, January 19, fTashington. Demand of Spanish minister to exclude flag of revolted Spanish prov- inces. We take no part in their diflerences. The United States receive all flags so long as they con- form to our laws. Our part is strict neutrality. [Copy.] fol. 3 pages. 1819, no date, Washington. Project of a letter from Secretaryof State to Spanish minister. Instructed by the President that after his sovereign declined to ratify the treaty, to ask if he has authority to surrender the territory ceded by the treaty. If so, will proceed to examine all other matters in which either party is interested, and give satis- faction on well-founded claims. [Draft.] 4°. 1 page. Pickering. Timothy (f), Philadelphia. 1796, July 5, Paris. State of affairs in Europe. Italy subjugated. Sums of money, pictures, works of art, manuscripts, etc., to be given up by the Pope. The French enter the Grand Duchy of Tuscany, etc. Confiscation of English property. [Copy, mostly in cipher.] 4°. 4 pages. 1796 (t), no date, Paris. Negotiations with Frauce. State of affairs in France. Napoleon's successes in Italy and elsewhere. Improved condition of the people and a better appreciation of a republic. [Copy; several pages missing. ] 4°. 7 pages. 1797, July 6, Philadelphia. Requests an explanation of his letter of recall from Paris dated 22d August, 1796. The reasons, etc, [Draft.] 4°. 2 pages. 1797, July 8, Philadelphia. Copies of letters left for General Pinckuey on his leaving Paris. Requests copies be furnished from the Department for use of oar representative at Paris. [Draft.] 4°. 2 pages. 314 Pickering. Timothy, 1797. July 19, Philadelphia. Answer to letter of July 17th. Demands the reason of his recall from hia mission to France. [Draft.] 4°. 3 pages. 1797, July, Philadelphia. Answer to letters of 24th and 25th July. Expressing much feeling against the Executive and cabinet for prevarication, and evasions by the Secretary of State, regarding the motives of his recall from France. [Draft.] 4°. 5 pages. 1798, JulyZX, Albemarle. Will have no communication with any of the members of the cabinet on the subject of his recall, but with the Executive Wishes the motives be made public. [Press copy.' 4°. 1 paga PiNCKNRY. Charles, Madrid. 1804, April i:!, London. Acknowledging letter of 22d February. The war in Europe. Russia's prob able course. Neutrality of Spain uncertain, Present ministry depends on health of King, which is fluctuating. Not certain about going to Spain, Hopeful of adjusting matters there amicably, [Press copy.] 4°. 4 pages PiNKNEY. William, London 1804, May 18, London. Interview with Lord Harrowby, Promises to examine the papers relating to hit business, and will inform him as soon as read [Copy.] 4°. 2 pages. 1804, May 23, London. Not yet heard from Lord Har rowby. Proposes to invite Lord Harrowby to ap point a time to introduce Mr. Piultney. [Draft.' 4°. 1 page 1804, May 28, London. Appointing a time to present him to Lord Harrowby. [Draft.] 4°. 1 page. 1806, June 23, London. 4cknowledging letter of 19th announcing his arrival in Liverpool. Called on Mr. Fox for passports. Secures lodgings for him in London. [Draft.] 4°. 1 page. 1806, July 1, Low Lay ton, England. Transmitting a letter of January 5, 18U4. Mr. Fox still indisposed. Will call next day to take Piukney to Mr. Hope's. [Copy.] 4°. 1 page. 1806, July 5, London. Informing him of his return to town. Proposes to call on Mr. Fox. [Draft. ] 4°. 1 page. 315 PlNKSEY. WiLUAM, 1806, July 17, London. Enclosing copy of a pappr re- specting Captain Wliitby to be presentcii to Mr. Fox. Outrages on vessels in 1804. Baring Broth- ers are advised to advance Piukney on account of outfit. [Copy.] 4°. 2 pages. 1806, Juli/ 25, London. Proposing some modifications in letter to Mr. Madison respecting the delay in their recognition. [Draft.] 4°. 1 page. 1806, November 9, London. On the British note invit- ing them to proceed in the negotiation. Omission to send invitation to Mr. Piukney to lord mayor's feast. Declines going himseLf. [Draft.] 8°. 1 page. 1806, November 14, London. Note from Lord Holland. Relative to negotiations. Shall claim the same jurisdiction of other powers that is agreed on with Great Britain. Proposes to consult together on subject. [Draft.] 8°. 2 pages. 1806, Dteember 10, London. Invitation to dinner ti meet Lord and Lady Holland and the lord chan- cellor, and others. [Draft.] 8'^. 1 page. 1807, January 16. See Armstrong. John, 1807, February II, London. Enclosing letter from Lords Holland and Ancklaiid announcing their author- ity to settle issni-s ln'tween the two countries. Proposes a nnitinj;. [Draft.] 4°. 1 page. 1807, February '25, London. Proposing to call on Lord Auckland respecting negotiations, etc. [Draft.] 4°. 1 page. 1807, May 6, London. Cases pending before the court of appeals. Requests him to write to Madison and apologize for the inccirrectness of iuformation heretofore given. [Draft.] 8'='. 2 pages. 1807, October 6, London. Takes leave of the King. A note to Mr. Canning leaving American affairs with Mr. Piukuey. [Draft.] 4°. 1 page. 1807, JVbfemfter 6, Portsmouth. Arrival in Portsmouth, Uncertain when the ship sails, owing to contrary winds. Offers his services. [Draft.] 4°. 2 pages. 1807, November, Portsmouth. Introduction of two young Americans to Lord Holland. Mr. Purvianc'e's ar- rival. [Draft.] 8°. 2 pages. 316 riCKEUiNG. Timothy, 1808, April 18, Richmond. Acknowledging letter of 4th. Relating to Mr. Pinkney and his joint communi- cations to the Secretary of State, whiich show everylhiug that passed between the British com- missioners and themselves relating to the subject of impressment, etc. [Press copy.] 4°. 3 pages. 1808, AprillS, Eicbmond. Acknowledging letter of 4th. Relating to the negotiations for amendment of articles in the treaty relative to impressment. Explanations. [Draft.] 4°. 2 pages. Political essay. 1797, no date. See Unknown. Prentiss. Samuel, 1799, December 23, Bichmond. Answer to 20tli. Rela- tive to recall from France. Gratification that his conduct was approved by the people. Thanks for Judge Prentiss's friendly attention. [Draft.] 4°. 1 page. Presidency. Candidate for, 1808 (?), no date. Supposed to be articles for news- papers'. Monroe resumes practice of the law at Richmond. Respecting his being a candidate for the Presidency. [Notes (not used), Monroe's handwriting.] 4°. 4 pages. Public. The 1800, no date. Proposed address to the public. His recall from the mission to France. Great injustice done him by the Executive's refusing to state the motive. [Draft endorsed, "A note founded on the denunciation by Mr. Adams in his reply to an address from the people of Lancaster."] 4°. 3 pages. Public Safety. The Committee of. Paris. 1794, December 27, Paris. In the interest of both Re- publics, he requests the committee to appoint one member to coufer with him. [Draft.] 4°. 2 pages. 1795, February 19, Paris. Grateful for his kind and fraternal reception. Declares the affectionate interest for France by the United States. [Draft. ] 4°. 1 page. 1796 (f ), March 8, Paris. In the negotiations for peace between France and Spain, the United States 317 Public Safety, reclaiuiK thu free navigation of the MiBsissippl and the freedom o f the port of New Orleaus, to prevent all difficulties in the future. [Copy, in French.] 4°. 1 page. Randolph. John, Washington. 1806, June 16, London. Acknowledging letters of March 20 and April 25. Action of Congress relative to insults and injuries from Great Britain, France, and Spain. Recommends organization of militia and the Navy to command respect abroad. En- glish ministry at present friendly. Not for inter- est of France or Great Britain to make war with us. Is grateful for Mr. Randolph's interest and confidence, but does not approve of his proposals. [Duplicate. On same sheet as one dated Novem- ber 12, lri06.] 4°. 6i pages. 1806, Novemher 12, London. Acknowledging letter Sep- tember 18. Expresses at great length confidence in the administration. Declines to enter into the cause in which Randolph has embarked. Ap- pointment of Mr. Pinkney as associate. Reseuted it at first, afterwards reconciled. Their views alike and harmony exists. Hopefnl of conclusion of business with Great Britain. [Duplicate. On the same sheet as letter dated June 1(3. ] 4°. 6 pages. 1806, Noremher Vi, London. Acknowledging letter of September 18. Although oircnmstauces occurred to wound his feelings, bis duty is to always favor the administration. When an associate in the mission was sent, it hurt his feelings, but the interests of his country were paramount to private feeliug, and he uses his best efforts, in concert with his colleague, to effect a satisfactory conclu- sion. Is hopeful that the negotiation will soon be satisfactorily arranged, and will secure peace for years, etc. lutends to return home as soon as possible. [Copy.] 4°. 6 pages. Randolph. John, 1808, March 23, Richmond. Reasons for removing his nephf w from school in London to Paris. [Draft.] 4°. 2 pages. 1808, no date. Request to settle account for money advanced him and his nephew in London. [Draft.] 4°. 3 pages. 318 Randoiph. John 1811, FebrtiaryA, Richmond. Declaring bis friendly dis- position. Is hurt by his letters. No feeling of resentment. [Draft.] 4°. 1 page. 1811, February 13, Uiehmond. Enclosing letter from himself to Colonel Taylor, relating the occurrences of his nomination as senator and governor, and a review of his acts. Regrets misuuderstandings and assures him of his best wishes and respect. [Draft.] 4°. 3 pages. Ringgold. T., 1826, May 8, Oak Hill. Acknowledging letter 4th in- stant. Took Qo part in the Presidential election. Gave evidence of respect for Messrs. Adams and Crawford. Did not desire to be candidate for the Presidency in 1814. No exertion of Monroe in 1816. Friendship for General Jackson. Craw- ford's friends complain without cause. Monroe's unpleasant pecuniary position. His lands adver- tised for sale. [Endorsed on back : " Copied and sent to C. A. Mercer for public or private use."] 4°. 4 pages. Robinson Tully, 1814, February 17, Washington. General Toledo and General Humbert supposed to act in concert with Dr. Robinson. Same instructions extended to them as in letter of 14th. [Copy on same sheet with several others on same subject. Date of first copy, November 2.5, 1811.] fol. 1 page. Rose, Sr. London. 1807, October23, London. Apologising fornotseeing him and his son when he called. Is pleased at the ap- pointment of his son and hopes it will be produc- tive of good to both countries. Assures him he will be well received. [Draft.] 4°. 2 pages. Rose. London. 1807, no date, London. Regretting not seeinghim when he called. Thanks for offer to take letters. Will call on him to- morrow. Ofl'ers him letters of in- troduction. [Draft.] 4°. 1 page. Rush. Richard, London. 1819, Marchl , Washington. Acknowledging letter 21st November. Expresses satisfaction with Mr. Rush's conduct as minister to Great Britain. His instructions relative to Spain were well carried 319 Rush. Richard, out, in a judicious manner. The cession of Florida terminates our differences witli Spain. General Jackson's capture of Spanish forts in East Florida. Reasons of Executive for approving his conduct. American affairs prosperous. [Copy.] 4°. 5 pages. Rush. Richard, Philadelphia. IS28, Decembers, OakHill. Acknowledgingaletter and two pamphlets, one descriptive of an English statesman and the other of one of our own people who was noted for his abuse of our best citizens. Is recovering from the fall from his horse. [Draft.] 4°. 2 pages. Russell: Jonathan, Trenton, N. J. 1814, Fehruary 10, Washington. Acknowledging letter of 6th. instructions for Sweden have been for- warded. Two outfits can not be allowed. An ad- vance of salary may be allowed. Authorizes him to draw for $18,000. Is permitted to appoint Mr. Hastings as his private secretary. [Copy.] 4°. "3 pages. \S\i, February II, Washington. Explanatory of letter of 10th instant, relating to outfit as minister. [Draft.] 4°. 1 page. Russell. Jonathan, 1SI22, March 12, Washington. Independence of Spanish America. Effect of recognition by the tfnited States on the powers of Europe. A minister to be sent to Mexico only. A cantious course to be fol- lowed. [Copy ; also draft for a reply from Mr. Adams to Mr. Russell.] 4°. 3 pages. Russia. Emperor of, 1820, no date. Draft of a statement to be presented to the Emperor of Russia, to be jointly signed by tli« ministers of the United States and -if Great Brit- ain. Restoration of property to individuals, in- cluding slaves. [Copy.] fol. Spaces. "SciPio." 1797, no date. See Unknown. Shaler. Wm.,\Vm. Bainbridge, Stephen Deca- tur, jointly, commanders of squadron. 1815, April 10, Washington. Instrnctionsto treat with Algiers. Authorizing them to make a treaty. United States will give no presents or pay tribute 320 Shalbr. Wm., Wm. Bainbridge, Stephen Deca- tur, jointly, commanders of squadron, except such as are given by France and England. Citizens held in bondage must be released. No ransom will be paid, but a present may be made to the Dey. The Dey much to dread. Rapid growth of the United States. [Copy.] fol. 4 pages. Shelby. Isaac, governor of Kentucky. 1814, October 3, iCashington. Call for 2,S00 militia from Kentucky to aid General Jackson. [Copy.] 4°. 1 page. 1814, October 10, Washington. It isreported that twelve to fifteen thousand men have sailed to invade Louisiana. Important that he should use the greatest diligence in hastening forward the two thousand five hundred men required of him to support General Jackson. [Copy. ] 4°. 2 pages. 1814, October 28, Washington. General McArthur (or General Cass in his absence) authorized to take charge of militia from Kentucky. Hopes prompt answer to such a call. To arm and equip them agreeable to regulations of United States. Trust that the two thousand five hundred men have moved on to General Jackson. If not able to sup- ply enough arras, etc., to njilitia, have recourse to United States deposit at Newport. [Copy.] 4°. 1 page. 1814, Novimberi, n'ashington. Acknowledging letters of I9th and 22d October. Arms and equipments for militia for Tennessee and Keutucky will be at Baton Rouge for five thousand men. Requests him, however, to arm and equip as ma-uy as pos- sible before marching. If volunteers offer, accept them in lieu of militia [Copy. ] 4°. 1 page. 1815, January 30, Washington. Result still uncertain in New Orleans. Kenit'orcements should be sent. Call for four thousand volunteersfrom Kentucky. Every man should carry his rifle or musket. One hundred and fifty thousand dollars will be re- mitted for expenses. Should news be received of victory over the enemy the march of troops may be suspended. [Copy.] 4°. 2 pages. 181,'>, February 10, Wa»hington. Colonel Morrison em- ploye (Spanish minister). See il.vDi,-MjN to Monroe, October 26, 1804, page 145. Keen. Richard Raynal. See Tazewell. L. W., November 29, 1815, page 238. Le R.\y de Chau.moxt. See DE Chaumont. Le Ray', Livingston. Edward, Xew York. 1802, Xovember 3. Answer.s to an abstract question, proposed by .Tared Ingersoll, William Rawle. J. B. McKean, and P. S. Duponceau, relative to indem- nities for injuries received by a neutral power from belligerents. Large fol. 3 pages. 336 Livingston. Robert R., to Barbe. Marbois. 1803, June 3. Dissatisfaction of Talleyrand with the treaty. Indorsed by Monroe. "Project of a let- ter to M. Marbois." Inclosing extract from Liv- ingston's letter to Mr. Pinkney. 4-'. 4 pages. LiviNG.STO.N. Robert R., 1803 (?), not dated. Seven notes relating to the sign- ing and amendments of the treaty with France. 8". 7 pages. Proposing to present Mrs. Monroe. 8°. 1 page. Lopez. Thomas, 1758. Title and contents of a geographical atlas of United and South America. [Spanish.] i°. 2 pages. Madison. James, 1803, December 26. Acknowledging letters to October 22. Relative to Mr. Merry, the British minister. Question of etiquette by Mrs. Merry. Conversa- tions with Mr. Merry respecting our grievances against Great Britain. Impressments, visits of search, blockades, export of contraband articles, and mutual surrender of deserters. Foreign outrages on our flag. Bill before Congress to remedy abuses by negotiations. Transfer of Louisiana to the United States. Cession of New Orleans by Spain. ("Private.") 4°. 4 pages. 1804, January 19. Respecting the grievances of Mr. Merry. Etiquette of receiving and paying visits, and precedence at dinners at the President's house. [Copy.] 4^. 14 pages. 1815, August 10. Relative to a battle on June 18th. Crawford's probable acceptance of the War De- partment. 8'^. 3 pages. Marbois. Barb6, 1803. Project of the treaty entitled "Projet d'nne convention secrete, " etc. -- — Mercer. John, 1803, June 23. Arrival of Mo ception; refuses guard n at Paris. Dinner at Mr. of the success of the iiii>- Possession of Louisiana i> [Extracts from his journal.] 337 [In French.] fol. 5 pages. iroe lly.: at Havre l.lins. II Iiv'Mi. l',i' .Utainulile ); his re- Doubts dngston. by force. Mississippi. Navigation of the, 1779 (?), no date. See Unknown, page 243. Neuville. Hyde de, to Adams. John Quincy. 1S19 i^), no date. Notice intended for a newspaper article on an absurd plot of foreigners to invade a territory bordering on this country. [Copy of correspondence.] 4^. 3 pages. Paine. Thomas, 1812 (?), «o rfa/e. Observations on the construction and operation of navies, with a plan for the in- vasion of England and the final overthrow of the English Government. 4^. 12 pages. PiNKNEY. William, 1807, Mail 9. Inclosing a letter addressed to himself which should have been addressed to Monroe. 8". 1 page. Randolph. John, ( ? ) 1806, Sejitember 18. Fragment of a draft of a letter relating to the treaty with Great Britain. [Copy in Monroe's handwriting.] 8°. 1 page. 1807, Mail 2. Burr's conspiracy; its formidable pro- portions. Apathy of our Government towards .Spain; the cause. [P. S. of a missing letter.] 4°. 1 page. Rodney. Cesar A., 1820 {^), no date. Authorities quoted showing that when nations bound by treaty to protect neutrals in their ports, if they endeavor to carry out their agreement, are not bound to make compensation in event of failure. [Notes evidently for a legal opinion.] fol. 3 pages. Smith. George I., to Crawford. W. H., 1814, Dei.mber 19. See Crawford. W. H.,page 56. Spanish newspaper, 1820. September 2.5. Extract relating to terms on which the Cortes have agreed to accept the media- tion of the British Government in their dispute with their colonies. [Translation.] 4°. 4 pages. Yrujo. Marquis Casa de, to Madison. See Madison to Monroe, October 26, 1804^ page 145. 338 ADDENDA TO PART II. Canning. George, London. 1807 Jpril 13. Arrival of witnesses to attend the trial of Capt. Whitby. Requesting Canning to give official notice of it to the court. fol. 2 iiages. Louisiana. Acquisition of, 1803. Proi ect of the treaty with France. [Draft and copy.] fol- 22 pages. Senate of the United States, Washington. 1818, Noi-emher 30. Message of the President for ad- vice and consent concerning several treaties with the Chickasaw and other Indian tribes. Suggests the payment of the reservation made to George and Levi Colbert, by treaty of September, 1816. fol. 2 pages. [Note.— This paper did not form part of the original purchase of the Monroe papers, but found among miscellaneous papers in the Depart- ment of State.] Unknown, No date. Amendments to the Constitution, supposed to have been laid before the Senate by members from Virginia, on the purification of the legis- lature from pecuniary influences. fol. 1 page. Unknown, 1815, April 30. Acknowledging letter of 28th. The impropriety of disbanding the Array after the peace, considering the state of affairs in Europe. ^Confidential." 4°- 2 pages. No date. Separate and independent powers of the States. Allusion to Adam Smith. 4°. 1 page. INDEX. INDKX. "A. B." papers, Ninian Edwards'B denial of an- thorsliip of, 253. Alisence, leaves of, 15, 221. Adams, Abigail, heallh of, 73. Letters Irom 5, 206. to, 259. Adams, John, 287. Address of people of Lancaster to, 327. Adherence to etiquette by, 112. Appointments by, 4U. Cabinet of, 166. Denunciation of Monroe by, 259,317. Jefferson's defense of, 119. friendship for, 119. Letters from, 5, 6, 242. to, 259. Monarchial system of, 229. Bequests his recall (1787), 90. Sentiments of, towards ilonroe, 259. Visit of, to Elchmond, 259. to, 73. Vigor and imagination of, in Us eightieth year, 242. Adams, John Quincy, 5, 104, 171, 208, 211, 222, 226, 259. Approval by, of the war (1813), 248. Estniuite of, 246, Fidelity and services of, 16. Jefferson's estimate of, 107. Letters from, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 79. Letters to, 64, 81, 85, 130, 176, 204, 240,247,200, 261, 262, 263. 279, a-IS. Minister to Eus.sia, 259. Monroe's friendship for, 262. New commission for. 279. Humored appointment of, to Great Britain (1806), 303. Secretary of State, 209, 260. Adams's, the, both mouarciiists, 232. Adams, Eicliard, consul at Colombia, 240. Adams, Thomas B., letter from, 16. 17. Addington. H. "W., 300. Conferences with, 125. Letter from, 17. to, 263. Address by Monroe (1794), approved of by Kepnb- licans,34. Adet, Pierre Auguste, letter from, 17. Adjutant-General, report of the (1819), 246. Administration: Formation of the (1801), 277. Madison's, 325. Monroe's, 16, 138, 139, 140. Admiralty, court of, at Halifax, 200. A'lvice to a young man, 328. Afbdavit: Lost, 241. Monroe's, 254. Africa: A physician to reside on coast of, 238. Kevolutionary spirit in. 13. A frican Association, The, 93. A frican slaves, captured, relief of, 238. Agriculturalists, inducements to, 175. Agricultural Society of Jefferson County, 64. Agriculture versus manufactuiers and mer- chants, 137. Aguirre, Don M. de, 9, 10, 260. Albemarle ( .4^61071, vessel, 34. Alexander, British brig, Ciijitureof 84. Aluxaudcr (Danish cousul). 2U6. Alexander of Kussia, 99. Death of, 30. Description of, 46. Projects of (1823), 74. Treatment of our envoys to, 149. Yiews of, 157. Alexandria: Capitulation of, 330. Orphans' court .it, 206. Affairs in (1816), 87-88. Dey of, 155, 30'J, 321. declaration of war by, against Eng- land, 171. demands of the, 176. letter from, in Arabic. 65, 66. negotiations with the, 151. peace with the, 171. pecuniary arrangements with the, 100, treatv of peace with, 9lt. 154. war of the, .-igaiust Holland, 222. Enslavement of Christians at, 155. Europe under contribution to, 129. Expedition against, 276. Presents and tribute to, 320. Prisoners in, release of, 32L Threats of, 112. Treaty with, 125,320,328. Tribute due to, 112. Squadron to, 273. ■War declared bv, 129. Algerine brig, deteution of, in Spain, 244. Algerine war, 57, 89. Algerines, privateer commissions against the, 152. Allegheny, case relating to the. 148. Allegheny Mountains, commerce west of the, 265. Allen, John, 51. Letter from, 17. Alliance : European, 16, 262. Triple, 206. AUiances, entangling, avoidance of, 287. Allied monarchs, the, 58. Allies: Common cause of, against Napoleon, 58, 59. Entry of, into Paris, 25. Alligator, vessel, capture of, 15. Almeidasc Arabass.idors, appointment of, 165. Amedee, French vessel. 105. AmeUa Island, 15, 27, 55, 156. Adventurers of, 262. Retention of, 59. Seizure of, 59. Smuggling at, 269. America: Greatness of, 277. Eespect for, in Europe, 154. American captives, liberation of, 151. citizens in Algiers, purchase of, 152. claims commission, 163. commissioners, presentation of, to the King [of England], 2;'8. courts, acquiescence of the French Ee- public in. 179. flag in the Black Sea, 217. 344 AmericaTi government, condnct of the. 178. England's conciliatory dis- position to the, 219. proved stability and strength of the (1815) ,313. oflicers in foreign service, 155. prize cases, 185, 3U4. republicis, new, 37. ships, recall of all, in British ports and Mediterranean, 143. squadron, desirability of an, in South and Spanish ships, encounter between, 74. vessels, capture of, by British, 271. detentions of, 77. €neni3''8 goods on. 125. Americans : And French, dislike of, in England, 217. Grievances of, 2(;u. In Europe, vieweil as objects of commerce, 107. Aronestv, proposal for, :!:{0. Amsterdam, consulate at, 9. Anderson, Joseph, letter from, 17. Anderson (Mi Anderson, Sui Anduaga, reproaches of, 159. Anduagas, J. de, letter from, 18. Anglican, monarchial and aristocratical party, 244. Anglomen, the, 109. Anonymous letter, 212. Antigua, trade with, 97. Anti-Masonic party, the, 342. "Antiquity." *'a rusty morsel of," 6. Apathy and disaffection of the people (1814), 100. Appeals, high court of, 304. Appointment, letters of, distinguished from com- missions, 158. Appointments ; Tot 151. During Apportionment law, 167. Arabic language, difficulty in translating, 65,66. Arbuthnot and Ambrister: Cases of, 10. Court martial of, 40. Execution of, 213,215. Aristocracy, houses of English. 22. Arkansas, Territorial legislature of. 252. Armado. charg6 d'affaires of Portugal, 12. Armistead, ^Y. K. (General), 175. Arms wanted (1814), 102. Armstrong, John (General), 23. 71, 158, 182, 183, 192, 237, 274, 281, 288. 289. 297, 308. Appointment of, 192. Contest between, and Monroe, 233, Insubordinate temper of, 117. Letters from, 18, 19. to, 31, 263. Lieutenant-general, 307. Offers of for defense of Washington 263. Plans of (1813), 78. Resignation of, 20. Secretary of War, 291, 307. Armstrong and Parker, false assertions of, 196. Armstrong (Lieutenant), 204. liisbanding of the, 166, 273, 309, 339. Mercenary, a. 235. Movements of tlie, 24. Nominations to the, 226. Oflicers, pa.yment of (1779), 243. Keduotion of the United States, 49, 66, 110, 166, 275, 310. Knles, 310. Standing, the, 240. Standing, opposition to a, 129. Supplies to the (1814), 161. ■Vacancies in the, 310. Amiv and Navy (1812), 27. Bills to increase the (1799), 110. Staff, organization of the, 310. A'Mgas (General), 12,37. Service of, 262. Attorney (i.-ii.i;il, niti.e of, 186. Auckland (Lord), isl. Eriendlvrelali.uiswith, 203. Letters from. 20, 21. Letter to. 203. Auckland and Holland (Lords) : Letter to, 264. Resignation of, 96. Audience with the King of England, 47. Emperor of, 189. eccentric character of the.ion. 1 07. and France, treaty of peace between, 49. Holland, treaties of, 107. Russia, millitary demonstrations bv, on frontiers of Turkey, 18. Avarice better security than virtue, 254. Bache (Dr.), 27. Bagot, Charles (British minister), 309. Propositions of, 155, 189, 208. Bailev (.Mr.), of Massachusetts. 209. Bainbridge, William (Commodore), 203, 238. Letters to, 2-2S. 320. Bainstow (Miss), arrest of, 105. Baker, A. St. John (charg6 d'affaires), 308. Baker (Consul), appeal of, 56. Baker (Lieutenant), 103. Balloon, crossing of a, from Dover (1785), 107. Baltimore: Branch bank of the United States at, 28. Collector at, negligence of 11. of 25, 240, 330. Director, appointment of a, 222. Direclors, 254. National, organizing of a, 20. Plan for, without specie capital, 02. Scheme (1814), 123. Banking dreams, 117. Bankbead affair, the, 233. Bankliead (Colonel), land of, 232. Bankbead (con.snl to St. Andri.) 71. Bankruptcy a terrible foundation upon which to make war, 110. Banks, Hen Claim of 21. Letter from, 21. Bannister, appointment of, 226. Baratarian association, 59. Barbary: Great Britain and, 87. Negotiations with. 99. Purchases for peace with, 106. Barbour, James, 93, 94, 268. Letters from. 22. to, 235, 2ti4. Baring, Alexander (Lord Ashburtoil)« Let , 22, Baring Brothers I Letters to, 2134. from, 23. Baring, Charles, arrival of, 115. Baring, Francis: Introduction of, 23. Letter from. 23. to, 204. Baring (Mr.), letter to, 264. Barker, Jacob, 20. Barlow, Joel, 10, 72, 99. Compensation for, 260. 345 Barlow, Mrs. Joel, 58. Barnard (Mr.), 278. Barnet, Charles, 23. Bamet, J. Cos, letters from, 23. Barney, Joshua (Commodore), 9, 308. Letter from, 24. Son of, 24, 175. BaiT6 (Caiptain), 132. Barr^re, trial of, 260. Barron, James (Commodore), 142, 201, 239. Barry, W. T., letter from, 24. Bassett, Borrill, letter from, 24. Bates (of Missouri), character of, 61. Bates, B., letter from, 24. Batb, Countess of, 329. Baton Eouge, removal of troops from, 42. Battery moved by steam, 250. Baugh, Miss, 34. Bayard, James A., 259. Letters from, 24, 79 to, 8, 204, 265. 279. New commission for, 279. lOf, i ' France, 174. Bayard, Samuel, letter from, 24. Bayly, Mountjoy, 21. Beal, Benjamin (jr.), 5. Beasley, agent for American prisoners, 56. Beasley, E. G., letters from, 25. Beauharnais, appointuient of, 71. Bedford, deposit of arms in. 111. Belgium : Independence of, 262. Will Napoleon seize (1815), 59. SelUarius, vessel, 57. Bell (Captain), claim of, 33. Bellanger, (Mr.), 128. Belligerents, advantages of, 278. Benedict, Thornton, letter to, 265. Bennett (consul), i:i. Bentalou, Paul, letters from, 25. Bentham, Jeremy, 219. Letter from, 25. Berlin, the decree ot. 19n, 263. Bermuda, troops collccting.it, 291. Bemadotte ((General), IC;:, 2:^3. (Kin^ Charles XIV), character of, 99. Bernard, Simon, letter from, 25. Bernard (General), 247,286. Berni^re, Madamede, 182. Berry. Due de, assassin.ation of, 11,99,201. Beumonville (General), 71. Bibb (Dr.), recommending appointment of, 59. Bibb, Willi.ara W., letter from, 26. Eiddle, Jai".a. letters from, 26. (I'.apt.ain), conduct of, 204. Journal of, 97. (Commodore), 28, 203,208. Biddle, Nicholas, 198, 203. Defeat of, for Congress, 100. Letters to, 26, 27, 28, 20. Letter from, 265. Bills of exchange. United States property, seized by French agents, 125. signed at midnight, 156. Bingham, "William, letter from, 29. Bingham (Mr.), death of, 264. Bissell, Daniel (Colonel), 310. Black, Francis C, letter from, 29. Blackshear (General), 277. Blackstone Island, proposed attempt on, 19. Bladensburg: Battle near, 291. Troops at, 19. Works near (1814), 150. Blagden, Ch.arles, letter from, 29. Blanchard and Jedries (balloonists), 107. Bland, Theodorick, 199. Letters from, 30. Mission of, to South America, 30. Blaydes vs. Stannard, case of, 122. Blockade, 20, 146, 278, 330, 337. Of American ports by Admiral Cochrane (18141, 100. Of British islands declared by Spain, 31. Blockades, paper, 261. Bloomfield, Joseph (General), 148. Blount, WiUie (Governor) : Letter from, 30. Letters to, 265, 266. Blount, impeachment of, 109. Boats, flat-bottomed, for defense against enem; fleet, 172. Bogota, convening of Congress at, 240. Bois Blanc, Isle of, 63. Bolivar (General) : Demands of, 245. Operations of, 222. Bellman and Swartwout, discharge of 184. Bomford, George, letters from, 30. Bonaparte, Eliza: Surrender of the son of, to his father, 268. Letter to, 266. from, 31. Bonaparte, Jerome, 295. Marriage of, 296, 311. Bonaparte, Jerome (Mrs.). 311. Bonaparte, Josepli, 9. 73, 176. 266. In America in dis-uise, 154. Denial that money was paid to, 260. Letter to, 266. Movements of, 206. Scheme to place, on Mexican throne, 130. Bonaparte, Lucien, £ ■ '-eNai _ . loleon, at Alexandria (1798), 63. Bonaparte. (See Napoleon.) " laparte. Napoleon, at A' Continental system, 75. FaU of. 336. New dynasty in the family of, 136. Popularitv of (1800), 76. Bordeaux, emhargo at, 190. Boston; Monroe's visit to, 208. Not a rallying point (1815), 197. Old Town House in, 6. Politics (1814), 34. Boundaries : Arrangement with Great Britain respecting, 95. Of Louisi.ana, Oregon, and Maine, 80. Boundary Commissiouers, 281. Boundary : Eastern, the, 80. Lines, fortifying of, 313. Northwestern, the, 220. Bourbon, Duke of, 69. Bourbons, the, 16. Blunders of, 58. France to rid herself of (1816), 105. Overthrow of, 57. Eeign of, ceased (1830), 127. Eestoration of, 24. Views of, 220. Bourne (consul at Amsterdam), 156. Bourne, 35. Bowdoin. James, 23, 31, 183, 192, 203, 231, 288, 289. Letters from, 31, 32. to, 266, 267. Bowdoin, Mrs., letter to, 267. Boxer, capture of the, 33. Boyd (Colonel), 229. Boyd, John P. (General), 93. Boylston, Mr., 6. Brackinridge, Henry M., 208. Bramwell, William C, 246. Branch, John (Governor), 141. Brandywine, battle of, 293. Bravo (General), 188. Commissioner to, 207. Court of, 187. Difficulties with, 201. and Portugal, negotiations between, 221. Eevolution in, 187, 199, 230. Brazilian minister, 187. Bread, scarcity of, 22. BreadstuflTs, the supplying of to England, loa Breckinridge. John, 192. Letters from, 32. to, 311. Brent, Daniel, 149. Chief clerk, 209. Letters from, 33. to, 15, 267. 346 BreDt, Thomas (consul at Cadiz), 3U7, Brent, Thomas L. L., 72, 73, 174. Letter from, 33. Brenton, Captain, of the British navy, 219, Brevets, origin of, 159. Brihery, rejected, 66. Brighton, royal residence at, 215. Brissel and Smith, merits of, 152. British Ambassador in Paris, conference with the, 224. and American governments, respective rights of the, 223. army, po.iitii.n of the (1814), 224. brutalities (ISU), 124. Chanud, l.l.i. kj.le of Ihe, 135. ; (1806), 182. lof (1814), 52 convention. Article V, 144. cooperation, 158. conrt hostile to America (1781), 228. cruisers, captures by (1815), 63. debts, 165, 190. depredations, 31, 90, 110, 118, 131, 166, 235, 207. force on the Potomac (1814), 307. the, JYee intercourse discouraged by, 53. gold for corruption purposes, 175. goods, contraband, imported via Canada, 131. Government favorable to United States (1803), 29. immoralitv of the, 56. mediation of the, 338. noninterference of the, 215. overthrow of the, 338. plans of the (1SU7), 178. hatred of, 80. and Indians, movements of, 147. instigation (1812), 51. invasion of tlie, in 1814, 334. plenip, prqieel proper ship of w.Tr ships, irn-Kii I . oi toward America meeting of the, 221. I lean irigate. ileat of (1814), 285. (1815), 87. ivigation system in British Vest Indies, om duty on iniporLsin, on American ships, 247. Brobson, William P., 200, 201, 202, 203. Letter from, 33. Brockenboroiigh (Judge), 93. Brooke, Francis, letters from, 33, 34. Broolce, Francis J., letters to, 208 Brooke, Robert (governor of Virginia), 191. Brooks, John (Governor), 229. Letter from, 34. Brougham (Lord), letter to, 268. Brown (Geuer.-ll): Letter to, 268. Destitution of the family of, 140. Brown (Governor), 139. Brown, Jacob (General) : Character of, 102. Brownsville pubb'c roads, 60. Brunswick convention, 242. Bryan, Geyorge, 209. Buenos Ayres: Address of the minister to, 202. Aid of the United states to the patriots : Despotism of rulers in, 37. Description of, H.S. Government of, respect for United States of. Neutr.alitv of Ensland in, 200. Political .sitimtion of (1818), 30, 200. Privateering regulations of, 11. Staple connuodities of. 30. Buernonville (General), 135. Instructions to, 137. Bullock, James S., 12. Bunker Hill .Monument Association, Monroe a member of, 278. " ' )ck "" ' ' ' ' Burden, Burke, Edmund, letter from, 37. Burr, Aaron, 292. Arrest and release of, 237. Consjiiracy of, 338. Federalist friends of, 192. Letters from, 37, 38. Movement's of (1806), 193. In Philadel ' ' — Prospects t Suspicions of treachery of (1801), 69. Treason of, 236. Trial of, 26, 194, 237. Bnrr and Hamilton, duel between, 144, 192. Burton (Major), 224. Butler, A. (Colonel), letters to, 172,239. Letter from, 38. Butler, Pierce: Aiiplieation of, for place of major-general, 39. Letters fnmi, 38,39, Butler, llobert : Lett C. Cabal against reputation of Monroe, 18. Cabarrus. Countess of, letter from, 40. Cabell, J. C, 160. Letter from, 40. Cabell, the grand jury »«., 109. CabeU, Samuel J., 110. Letters from, 40. Cabinet: Arrangement of the next (1808), 194. Members of the, letter to, 200. Seat in Madison's, otlered to Monroe, 267. Cadiz: Foil of, 220. French abandon the taking of (1823), 138. Investment of, 204. Caddo chiefs, the, 102. Cadwallader, Lambert (Colonel), letter from, 4C Calhoun and Jackson corres])oiulenee, 16, 253. Differences between, 84. Calhoun, John C, 104, 227. 260, 263, 322. 332. Declining communications with William . Crawford, 85 EUgibiUty of (1823), 235. 347 Calhonn, John C Continued. Fitness of, for the War Department, 92. Infatuation of, 142. Letters from, 40, 41. 42, 43, 44, 45. to, 30, 142, 269, 270, 275. Eepnblicanism of, 45. Secretary of War. 40, 209. Call, Kichard K. (General), 175. Callagher, L., letter from, 45. Callara (Governor), 253. Duplicity of, 103. Calleniler. James T., 112. Defense of. 111. Cambac6r6s, visit to, 133. Camp Platte, force at, 255. Campaign of 1813, 291. Campaign for 1815, General Brown'* views on the, 224. Campan (Madame), 82. Campbell, George W , 92, 307, 330. Death of the children of, in Russia, 46. Intended resignation of, 46. Letters from, 46, 336. Minister to Uussia, 216. Secretary of Treasury, 274. United States SenatoV, 338. Campbell (midshipman), arrest of, 87. Canada : Encroachments from, 132. English reenforcements to, (1811'., 86. Enemy's troops in, 150. Invasion of, 22, 80, 117, 324, 333. Canada merchants, 20, 25, 244. Canada and United States, survey of line between, 153. Candidates, Presidential (1822), 162, 310. Cannes, landing of Napoleon at, 57. Canning, (;eorf;e, 06, 160, 183, 218, 220, 305. ith, about South . Canning, Stratford (Sir), 12, 13, 15, 26,37,142,213 216. 221. Cannon, proving of, 210. Capellen, Van der (Dutcli admiral), 211. Capit.llist8, me.-tiiig uf 20. Captures, wrougtul, 145. Caraccas, money voted by Congress fur, 93. Carey, Matthew, 21U. Carletti (Count), repulsion of, 299. Camot, state paper of, 205. Carrera, J. M., letter from, 48. Carreras, the, 189. Carriage tax, the, 156. Carrington, Edward: Letters from. 48. of Jefferson to, 108. Cass, Lewis, letters from, 48,49. Oasiius, vessel, 179. Castillo, Jo86 del. letter from. 49. Castlereagh (Lord), 10, 56, 154, 155, 210, 212, 217 300. Adjustment with, (1812), 148. Dinner with, 211. Government of, 216. Interview with, 213. Kegotiations with, 213. Orders from, 208. Cathalan, Stephen, 118. Cathcart, James L., 160. Cathcart (Mr.), driving of, from Cadiz, 156. Catholic emancipation, 16, 222. Catlet (post-surgeon), court-martial of, 41. *'Cato," articles under signature of, 132. Caulaincourt, 153. Cansten, J. H., 161. Cazes, De, 99. Cevallos, Pedro, 18,71. Conversations with, 73. Fall of, 74. Intrignes of 152. Letter from, 49. Chair presented to Monroe, 55,274. Chambers (Colonel), court-martial of, 41. Changulon, correspondence of, 152. Cb.nnguion, F. D. (Netherland's minister), recall of, 153. Chaptico, saclting of town of, by the British (1814), 124. Charles X, 16,36. Charleston : House at, for Monroe's re.sidence, 227. Order restored in, 188. Presidents reception at (1819), 226. Reception at, 197. Charlottesville, college at, 118. t;b£irlton (Mr.), 209. Cbateaubriand, 35,224. (Jhaumont, LeKoy de, letters from, 64. Clianncey, Isaac (Commodore), 33, 87, 83, 102, 149, 185,250. Cheroliee Indians, 102, 103. Forced surrender of the, 103. Cherokee and Choctaw treaties, 46. CliesapcakeiindStateof Virginia, defences of, 123. Clieves, L., luttt-r from, 49. Chicli:isaw Indians: Charges .tgainst, 102. Tr.-atv with, 339. Chile: ' and Buenos Ayres united, 30. Force if, 245. P..»iti.in of old Spaniards in, 245. China, commerce witli, 261. Chippewa, defeat of the enemy at, 87, 150. (Choctaw Indians, friendship secured with the, 102. Choctaws : I-"riendship and services of the, 284. Join the enemy (1814). 225. Christian r.lision, proposed act for the establish- rch, K. K^a;\, 1.-1 ter from, 49. nut located on any map (1822), 163. Jedcrson's, 106, 107. on's, lOB, 1 sityfora, ] sed:, 106, 189, 190, 243. Citizens, adopted, retaliation for, sent to EngUnd for trial, 149. Citizenship, certificates of, '.'30. Claiburue. W. C. C. (Governor): Correspondence of, 152, Letters from, 50. to, 77, 273. Clark. Daniel, letters from, 50. Clark. John, letter from, 50. Clarke, Frederick, 252. Clarke (Major), 329 Cbiusel (Count), 98. Clay, Henry, 154, 222, 229. Actions of, 45. Appointment of, 274. Claim of, 14, 53, 252. Commission and instructions to, 52. I Estimate of 140. Hostility of, to Monroe and Jackson, 21. Instructions to, 273. Letters from. 50, 51, 52, 53. Opposition of. to theadministration (1819), 188. Presidential candidate, 142. Return of, 205. Services of, 120. ly, M., letter from, 53. Cliiitock, Ralph, 12. " nton, DeWitt: Letter from, 53. Proposedappointmentof.asmajor-general.lSO. Jefferson's estrangement from, 115. Letters from, 53, 54. States favoring, as President, 122. CUnton party, 231. and Federalists, coalition of the (1812). 83. Clopton, John, letter from, 54. Coach, price of a, 255. Coalition between Clinton and Monroe, 232. Coast defences, 269, 286, 313. 348 Coates, James : Cobb, T. W., 260. Cockbum (Admiral), 124. Cochrane (Admiral), 151, 172, 212, 260, 308. Proclamation of, 149. 'Hfi. Codina, Joseph, letter from, 54. Coffee, John (General), 102, 103, of foreign into, 125. Coins American Uniformity of, 129. Coke (Mr.), visit to, 212, 215. Colie, Eichard, introducing, 94. Colbert, George and Levi, 339. Colden, C.idwaUader C.,89. Cole, Willet, arrest of, 206. Coles, (Mr.) : At Amsterdam, 75. Colombia, 160. Interdiction of commerce by, 202. Repeated insults of, 13. Colombier, Martin du, 238. Colonial produce, contral>and, 251. Colonies, trade with, 153. 310. Colonization Society, 97. Columbia, Bank of, anecdote of Monroe ing the, 175. Columbia River: Advantages of the, 231. Import ot Asiatic goods via the, 231. Columbus^ ship, 215. Colvin, J. B., letter from, 54. Comet, ship, 70. Commander in Chief, resolutions in Congress for abolishing the office of, 85. Commerce : British depredations on our, 31. European arrangements re8i)e(;ting, 225. between Great Britian and United States, 17. Injuries to, 299. and Manufactures, report of a committee on, 244. Protection of, 325. Regulation of, 228. United States, with French colonies, 17. favored by GreatBritain (1804), 190. Commissaries of purrhases, military rank of, 78. Commissary supplies, 40. Committee, a, letter to, 273. Complimentary address, 66. Coniessions, mutual (1813), 22. CoitlVderation: Articles of (1787), 83. Article 8 of the, 228. Of states (1787), 89. Conjectural note, 312. Congratulations, 24, 32, 37, 38, 40, 48, 65, 66, 69, 75, 77, 82, 86, 90, 98, 113, 116, 118, 127, 133, 137, 171, 174, 176, 178, 186, 187, 190, 191, 192 111,1, 243, 259, 273, 280, 298. Congress, the ship, 26, 203, 204. Congress: Authority of, 169. Business talent deficient in (1814), 123. Continental, archives of the, 15S. Constitutional powers of, 198. Convening of, 330. Foreign correspondence of the Revolutionajj, Inactivity of (1818), 254. Lor.ilily of, ino. Mc'Mibi-rof, letter to, 273. Par.siiiiony in, 50. Residence of, cabals, intrigues, etc., concern- Resolution of, not to adjourn until election of President (1801), 53. Retrenchment in, 140. BecretjournaUf, 161. Unanimity of, 5, 100, of, for Monroe's relief, 162. Want of concert in the two Houses »f (1815),5 Congressional legislation, 156. papers, the publication of, 119. Congressmen, cringing, 50. Connelly, John, letter from, 54. Conscription, proposed (1813), 307. Conspiracy, existence of a (1807), 193. Constant, Benjamin, 68, 99. Constantinople, commerce of, 176. Constellation, vessel, 97. Constitution, ship, 201. Constitution : Amendments to the, 156. Amendment of the, suggested, 241. Jefferson's views of the. 108. The United States, 48, 90. Consul, appointment of a, by England, to Amer* ica (1785), 107. Consuls : Recommended for each Barbary State, 99. Warning to (1818), 212. Continent, Koad across the, 231. Contingencies, frauds, and embezzlements nnder head of, 112. Contraband articles, 337. stores in neutral vessels, 153. Contract, relative to a. 126. f.'ontractors starve the troops (1814). 102. Convention of 1815, renewal of the, 213. Convention : Journal of Eederal, 6, 259. Signing of a, 214. Conway, George, 158. Cook, Archibald, 9. Cook, D. P.: Letter from, 55. to, 274. Cook (Mr.) : Appointment of, as sheriff, 97. Interrogaticius of, 253. Cooper's trial, 106. Cooper (Mr.), 41. Cornell (of Rhode Island), pardon of, 12. Corn-law mobs in England, 58. Coronation : Ceremonies, (1804), 164. Of the French Emperor, 18. Postponement of the, 217. Correa de Serra. J., 12, 13, 201, 207, 208, 261, 262, 309. Cotton, du lourt, English, visit to'the, 181. Court Hauteur. 75. Court-martial cases, 41. Court, presentation at, 182. Cowperthwaite, 1. K.: Letter from_. S5. fo-«, C. D., is'li,' t'oxe, Jonah, 15it. Coxe, Tench, 159, 201. Letter from, 65. Cracow, senate of, 292. Ciais. Thomas (tieneral), 278. Cranch, Judge. 14. Cr-awford. William H., 16.17,43,138,153,154,187- 189, 2116, 227, 2211, 2.52, 253. 263, 319, 334, 337. Calhoun's opinion of, 43. Insult of. to Monroe. 2'27. Letters from, 55. 56. 67, 58, 59, 60, 61. to, 17, 20, 49, 74, 84, 105, 274-'. 75 Credence, letters of, 183. Creek . Creek ; Clothing for the, 102. Surrender of the. 102. Territorv ceded by the, 103. Treaty with, 102. Creek treaty, boundaries under the, 41. Creek war, 30, 46. 349 state t CroBses, M. de, 132. Crowninshield, B. W., 229. Letter from, 61. Crozat, 244. Caba, 74. Acquisition of, 119. AnnexatioD of, 54. Captain-general of. death of the, 28. Condition of (1820), 275. Description of, 25. Desire of the people in, to enter the Trnion,247. English attempts on, 25,86,100,138,188,200, 215. Independence of, 203, 245. Objection of, to transfer, 188. Parties in, 26, 49. Situation of (1822), 202. Cnbi y Soler, Mariano, letter from. 81. Cumberland road, tlie, 24. 28, 156, 332. Currin, Kobcrt P. (collector at Pensacola), 103. Curtis (Captain), dismi.ssal from service of, 42. Cushing, Nathaniel (Colonel), 152. Cushing, Thomas H. (General), 308. Custom revenues (1817), 59. Cutting, John Brown, letterfrom Jefferson to,108. Cutting (Mr.), 296. Cutt«, Kichard, letter from, 81. Cyane, vessel, 35, 97. Da Cruz (minister from Pemamhuco), 199, 200. Dade, William A. G., letterfrom, 61. Dallarde, Swan & Co., 17. Dallas, revenue cutter, 11, 261. Dallas, Alexaniler James, 39, 205, 292, 307; 308. Death of. 270. Letters from. 61, 62, 63. to, 178, 240, 275, 276. Dallas, George, 63. Letter to, 276. Dallas, Maria, letter from. 63. Dana, Samuel W., letter from, 63. Dangerfleld, 152. Danish (iovernment, good faith of the, 72. Navy, seizure of the, 29. Dardanelles and Black Sea, passage of the, 228. Darien, isthmus of, 239. Ccommunication bet-ween the Atlantic and Pacitic Ocean at, 78. Dartmoor, prisoners at, 153. Dartmouth College, president of, 197. Daschkofr, Andr6 de (Russian minister), 88, 153, 206. Letter from. 63. Offers of mediation (1813), 79. Davidson (Lieutenant), court-martial of, 41. Davy, Humphry (Sir), di8C(i\eries of, 29. Dawson J., letters from, 63, 64. Dayton (Mr.), appointment for, 188. Da'vton, Jonathan, letterfrom, 64. Dearborn, H. (General), 93, 116, 146, 147, 174,291. Letters from, 64. Reception of, at the court of Portug.'d, 64. Deblois, 6. Debt: Domestic, the western country, a fund for ex- tinguishing the, 90. Public, increase of the (1796), 108. Decatur (Colonel), 61. Decatur (Mrs. ), 42. Decatur, Stephen, 87, 88, 154, 320. Decatur, vessel, 56, 57, 58. Defence, system of public, 310. De Forest, views of, on British policy (1813), 148. Delamotte, letter from, 65. Delaware: Election of Senator from, 33. A newspaper in (1785), 239. Dellmar (banker), of Berlin, 84 Delseux (i Denmark : Aid from. 288. Situation of (1807). 68. Departmeut of State, business of, 208. Deiiartmeuts, heads of, 167, 286. Deposit, rifiht of, 133. Deserter.^, 130, 313, 337. Enlistments of foreign, 11,261. Des Vaches, island, 25. Detroit: Defeat at, 22. and Oswego, seizing of the British posts of, 131. Proposed retaking of, 86. Devieux, burning of house of, 108. Dexter (Mr.), 252. Dexter, Samuel, 166. Diana, ship, 125. Dickins, Asbury, letter from, 65. Dinner^ and ceremonious visits, 211. Diplomatic corps: Circle, usages of, 215. Invited to Lille (1815), 105. Missions, useless, 112. Remonstrance of the, 299. Disbrowe, Edward, letter from, 65. Disbrowe (Colonel), letter to, 276. Discipline, absence of (1814), 123. Disdier, H., letter to, 48. Dismemberment, no, 325. Dismissals or recalls from office, reasons for, 179. District of Columbia : Appointment of justices in the, 167. Anxiety in (l814), 330. Distrust and suspicion, prevalence of (1807), 194. Donald, A., letter from Jefferson to, 108. Donaldson (Mr.), 99. Doradour (Mr.), introducing, 107. Dorr, Joseph, letter from, 65. Dortie, John, 116. Doshm.an (Mr.) 121. Douglas (General), 240. . . , , .,__.._ jj_ Drummond, Gordon (Sir), letter to, 38. Dry docks, 210. Duane, ITilliam, papers of, 235. Dumas, agency of. 106. Dunmore (Lady), 215. Du Pasquier, Charles Henry, letter from, 65. Dupin (M.), French engineer, 214. Duponceau, Peter S.,336. Letters to, 276. Letter from, 65, 66. Dupont, E. J., 203. Dupont de Nemours, P. S., letters from, 66. Dupont, S. F., appointment of, as midshipman, 66. Dupontas (Mr.), 198. Dupuytreu (Dr.), 35. Dutch admiral, the, 211. Dutch Company's proposition relative to our debt Fr.ince, 108. Duti 282. Discriminating, 80, 211, 244. Duty, increased, on spirits, 129. Duel between John Harris and Mr. Lewis, 101. at Redbank, 18. Duels between English and American naval offi- cers at Gibralter, 215. Early, Peter (Governor), letter to, 276. East Indies, danger to the, 37. Eastern States: Opposition of the, to the Government (1814), 123. Parties in, aiding in the purchase of Louisi* ana, 300. Proposed dismemberment of the, 283. Society in the, 242. Tour in the, 237. Eastman (Captain), courl-marti.il of, 42 Eaton, John Henry (Ma.)or), 103,104. Eaton, J. Fellenberg and Mayer, 90. Fenwick(Mr.), 287 Fenwick, .Joseph, letters from, 76,77. Ferdinand VII, of Spain, 71. Ferguson (Mr.), liberation of, 296. Feudalism falling. 16. Fews (Colonel), 137. Finance (1820), 309. System of, 117. Views on, 137. Finances, condition of the (1814), 291. Financial course, tiie fnited States, 117. expedients (1814), 80. Findlay, election ol. 209. Firebrand, vessel, alliiirof the, 74, 97. First consul, presentation to the, 231, 294, 323, 328. Fisheries, the, 52, 53, 83, 152, 200, 208, 214, 309. Flag: American, disposition of stars in llie, 40. Foreign, seizures of vessels under, 239. Of truce, conmiunications by. 149. Florida: Acquisition of, 9,14,28,31,41,55, 103, 159,175, 180, 198, 200, 216, 238, 252, 286, 295, 297 311, 314, 320, 323, 328. Affairs, 33, 100. Boundary of, 138, 230, 323. No cession of. to England, 105. Debate on, 309. Dispute in the Presidents' message, 104. East, 286. evacuation of, 79, 279. frontier of, 14. governor of, 262. Monroe's ideas of the foreign tenure of, 250. Talleyrand rand B pri ing, 135. to aid in acquir- Florida— Continued. Indians, treaty with the, 42. Lands, 201, 236. Negotiations with Spain relative to, 231. Occurrences in (1821), 42. Organization of the government of, 103. Peisons holding ofiice in, 250. Que.stion.the, 137, 309. Si>nin's hostile attitude in, 72. United States judge for, 14. West, 295. cession of, comprised in that of Lou- establishment of a custom-house in, 136. jurisdiction of, 50. the proper lime for taking pos3e3si(.n of (18114), 136. possession of, 279. to avoid war Spain will sell, 137. and treaty of St. Ildefonso. 50. Flonr, importation of, in Holland, 7. Flying Finh, ves.sel, captain of the, 125. Folclie, Vicente (Governor) : Corresponileijce with. 50. Letter from, 77. to 50. Menaces of, 50. Forbes (charg6 at Copenhagen), 72. Forbes (Mr.), uniloriu of, 261. Government agent, 200. Forbes, J. G. (Colonel), 14. Forbes, J. M., letters from, 77. Foreign Affairs, minister of, letters to, 278. debt, taxation for our, 129. interference, no, 127. missions, 310. relations, critical state of our (1808), 32. Forest (Colonel), letter to, 278. , ing up of, 330. (Ilritiah minister), Hf, 122,325. Fuuvergue (M.), introducing, 180. Fox, vessel, coudeniiiationof the, SO. " R. V. (Lord Holland), 114, 247. France : Afl'airBin(1796),314. (1804), 328. with (1806), 192. with, critical (1808), 32. Administration hostile to (1797), 327. Adverse to negotiations between United States and Spain. 19. Ally of America, 299. American support for, in Belgium. 262. and Austria, truce between (1800), 76. Capricious and arbitary conduct of, 5. Change of ministry in, 217. Changes in dvnasty of (1815), 98. Commissioners to (1803), 812. Condition of (1800), 76. Consulates in, 56. Convention with, Jefferson's opposition to (1801), 95. between United States and, 76, 167, 168, 169. Criticisms on conduct of, 19. Debt to, 108. Decrees of, 278. 352 France — Continued. and England in 1794, affairs in, 290. •war between (1803), 143. proposed mission of Monroe to (1809), 290. Evacnation of the royal family of (1815) B8.59. Events in (1815), 308. rrieudship of, 317. First revolution of, 262. Government of, change in the (1804), 168. (1831), recognition of the, 262. and Hnlhmd, Knghind's course with, during Insnlt"':',!,!! in'i'mu'V't'rom, 318.' Movements of tlie court of, 58. New government in (1796), ;!00. Orders of, to prevent sailing of vessels from, Patriots of (1789), 58. Pitt's treaty with, 137. Political aftairs of (1824), 36. Promoting cause of liberty in. 262. Kelaxing of prohibitions to commerce and navigation by, 2^1. Provisional Government in (1814), 275. Eepossession of the c lonies of, desired by (1814), 52. Septennial election laws in, 36. SincerilT of, 327. and Spain, affairs of (1823), 74. negotiations with, 306. peace between, 219. attempt of Federalists to force a war with, 17i. The struggle in (1815)^ 154. Treaty with, instructions for (1734), 106. ratification of (1795). 76. (1796), 278. (18031, 70, 133, 163, 164, 288, 295, 296,337. Triumph of the popular cause in (1830), 127. and the United States, commercial relations ot, (1821), 60. difficulties between, (1820), 216. ■War with, probable (1797) the (1795) army, disorganiz.ition of the (1815), 59. Chamber ot Deputies, confusion in the (1816), 105. citizens, retaliation on (1799), 110. convention, the (1794), letter to, 176. (1795), tumult in the, 260. court, intrigues at the, 246. Directory, tlie, 76. letter of "Washington in hands of the, 333. discriminating duties, 13. Emperor, decree of the, at Berlin, 263. "gentleman," letter from a, 78. Government, decree of, 109, 134,271. for ttie, 162. hostility, not believed in (1814), 34. minister, intercepted letter of the, 175. offensive proposals of the, 14, 15. the new (1795), 127. ministry, Gallatin's dislike of the, 82. of 1820, 99. nation, magnanimity of the (1796), 128. oilioera, destruction of, 27. French ports, prohibition of 7essels leaving (1815', l"."). Kepubllc, situation of the (1796), 299. and the United States, proposed convention between (1803),207. vessels, seizure of, 262. remonstrance against aggrandisement of otlter powers, 223. revolution, 16, l05. epoliiitii.lis, 19, 51), 76, 125, 133, 135. 161, 169, 1911. 191, 2(17. 229, 254, 294, 312, 324, 328. sucecsse.s of the (1795), 127, 128, 166, 238. svii>|>athv with the (1795), 225. Franklin, Benjamin, 162. Suppression of papers of, 246. Franklin, sliip, 97, 124, 209, 210, 239. Frauds on the United States Bank, 28. Freedley, John, letter from, 78. pan , 237. Friedland, battle of, 32. Fromcntin, Eligius, (Judge), 253. Character of, 103. Jackson's difficulties with, 104. Letter to, 14. Withdrawal of nomination of, 23L Frontier defenses (1816), 102. Frontiers: Monroe's visits to the, 287. Protection of our, 129. Fulton, Ruhert, steam battery of, 250. Funding system, 50, 83. Funds, want of (1814), 100. Furniture for President's house, 34. Gadsden (collector at Pensacola), 103. Gadsden (Colonel), as adiutant-general, 42. GaUatin, Albert, 32, 37, 39, 41, 51, 55, 61, 72, 73, 74, 81, 82, 154, 164,205, 213,268, 273, 274, 279.280, 259, 29- Lettei.s : SO, 81, 82, Galveston. .■>i,iii_ lI: nu .i', ■■■<, ■^('9. Gamble, KoIhti, 1 i4. Garay, Don Mailui do, 74. Gardiner's Island, 150. Garnett, Kobort S. : Letter from, 82. to, 280. Garett, Alexander, letter from, 82. Gaty, Joseph R.,37. Gavino (consul-general at Gibraltar), 264. Geddes, John, letter from, 82. Gelston, David, 2S7. Letter to, '280. Gelston (Mr.), •J25,332. Eecouiniendation of, 38. Genet, Edmund C. : Letter from, 82. to, 280. Attacks on, by Giles and others, 82. Recall of, 82. Georgetown , Farmers and Mechanics' Bank of , 313. Georgia: Compact with, 160. Lands, 226. No munitions of war in (1812), 230. Politics of, 38. Treaty, the, 226. Troops to be sent from, 276, 284. Gemianv, despotism in, 242. Gerry, filbridge: Administration oi, 242. Destitution of, 6. Letter from, 83. Retirement of, 83. Son of, 6. Getz, pardon of, 154. Ghent: Clay's services at, I'20. Commissioners at, 80. letter from, 83. Intelligence from, 276. 353 Ghent — Continued. Negotiations at, 57, 93. Suppression of dispatclips trnm, 151. Treaty of, 8, 9, 52, 163. 154, 173, 208, 266, 277, 285. 322. Gibraltar, consul at, 152. Giles, William B., 93, 119, 130, 162, 197. 280, 292, 328, 332. Letter from, 84. Letters to, 91, 92. Oilman, John T. (governor of New Hampshire), 197. Girard, Stephen, 19, 20, 200. 201, 203. Godoy. (.See Prince of Pe.ioe.) Gold and silver, values of in differentcountries.lO?. Goltz (Count de). letter from, 84. Good Friends, vessel, 200. Gore, Christopher: Letters from, 84. Gonvemeur, S. L., 293. 334. Application of, as poatraastcr, 141. Appointment of, 16. Letters from, 84. 85. to, 16, 24, 44, 45,141, 160, 196. 227, 253, 281. Government: Executive powers of, 159. Obstacles in the way of the, 325. Of the United States, Income and expenses of the, 110, 112. Papers, 326. Seat of, location of the, 228. Governments, State and National, 48. Gracie, Archibald & Sons, claim of, 254. Grade, William, 254. Graham, George: Letters from, 85. Graham, John, ^6, 207, 208, 260, 261. letters from, 86, 87, 88. Graham, J. A., letter from, !). Graham. Joseph (General), 153. Grand Ma Isla r, 281. I the, 304. Gray, Vincent, letter from, 89. Grayson, William, letters from, 89, 90. Great Britain : Adjustment of differences with, to Monroe'f ,251. Blockade in, 263. Claims on, 271. Commerciiil convention with (1815-1816), 63, 80. Commis-sioners to(l813),259. Convention with, for tlie suppression of the and the Continental powers, 160. Condition of !l«il), 16. Critical coniiitiou of (1807), 32. situation of (1814), 331. Debt of, 128. Ditferences with, 303. Disinclination of, to war with United States (1794), 236. Disposition of, towards South American re- publics. 214. Force of, in America (1814), 274, 313. Grievances ag-ainst. 337. Impositions and iuji Impossibility of sn with, 329. Infatuation of, 252. Insults of, towards America, 172, 318. Interest and principles of, 159. Irritation of, against the United States (1811), 86. Maritime dominion of, 32. Measures to promote peace with (1813), 234. Mediation ot Russia, refused (1813), 79, 80. Monroe's mission to (1805), 169, 333. Naval force of, in South American waters, 200. Negotiations with (1813), 279. nodation of affairs (1813), 24. Great Britain — Continued. Policy of makins terms with (1809), 49. , towards the United States (1820), 217. Political situation of (1803-1804), 29, 70. Position of (1818), 157. Pretensions of, :!07. Redress by, for Chesapeake outrage, 47. Satellite of, 16U. and Spain, rupture between, (1806). 28& Special mis.sion to, 304. Speculations as to conduct of, (1815), 93. Treaty with (1783). proposed termination of the, 52. (1794), 5, 8, 17, 94, 105, 130, 132, 101.;. 178. 197, 244, 29). (1807), projiosed, 20, 21, 31, 46, 47, 48. 84, 95, 90. 114. 145, 174, 180, 183, 184, 185, 193. 194, 232, 249, 263, 264, 271, 272, 281, 282, 288, 298, 303, 304, 305, 306, 315, 318, 324, 329, 334, Crest: Treaty - , 338. 131. Vindictivcuess of (1814), 83. War with, ncccs.sarv (1794), 197. (1812), opposition against, 234. nnprci.ared for (18)1), 122. Whole availalile force of, against the United States, 24, 25. and United States, advantages of a general European war to, 118. baliince of trade between, 281 Greece Affairs of 36 222 Independence f 24 1''7 Obli^itionsotr issiato 217 Greek c use tl e IW Grerad*" -"i'ett' GnS-' G H 1 ri (L shop) 1 d ription of "3 elav, receiver of public money at New Orleans, 60. Hay. Charles, 93. "Dismissal of 141. Hay. George, letters from, 93. " Death of, 246. Haynes (Colonel), resignation ot, 40. Henry, John, letter from, 04. Henry, Patrick, 243. Disclosures of, 234. Letters from. 95. to, 2S3. Office of Sciic-tary of State offered to, 108. Schemes of. 107. Views of, on the new government (1791), 93. Henry discovery, the, 55. Heredia (Mr.), 28. Hermitage, the (residence of Jackson), 175. Hrro, vessel, restoration of cargo of the, 86. Hessian Hy, ravages of the, 149, 159. Heth (Mr.), 121. Hibben's ferry, a barge at, for crossing, 227. Hibemia, ship, 19. Hichbom, Benjamin, letter from, 95. Hill (Lord), invasion of Louisiana by, 266. Hirelings as soldiers, disapproval of, 117. Hockton, Thomas (Major). 201. Hogan (Mr.), recommendation of, 39. Ho&and (Lord), 17, 20, 211, 218. 219, 316. Dinner with. 182. Hopes of, for amicable settlement of difBcul- ties, 97. Informality of, 182. Interest of, in American politics, 90. Letters to, 223, 283. Holl.and (Lord and Lady), 316. Introduction to, 22. Invitation from, 182. Holland and Auckland (Lords), 316. Conference with, 183. Letters from. 95, 96, 97, 336. Let(tr to, 244. All'airs in, 90. Commerce with, 7. Commercial treaty with, 151. Consuls in, 185. Despotism in. 242. and France, treaties of, 107. Holland— Continued. Friendly disposition of. 7. loiportiitiou of flour in, 7. Independent, 275. Loans to United States in, 7, 150. Maritime power of, 7. Negotiations with, 75. Offers of England to prevent treaties of, with France and Austria, 107. Political situation of, 260. Redress for complaints against, 7. Revolution in, 7. Hollingsworth. John, 201, 202. Letter from, 97. to, 247. Hollins, case of, 174. Holmes, John, letter from, 97. Holy Alliance, the, 36, 37,158,203.220. Homans, Bcniamin: Letter tioni. 07. to, 23S. Recommendation of, for office, S3. Hoomes. John, letters from, 98. Hope (Mr.), 315. Hope & Co., letter to, 164.283. Hopkinson [Francis] applies for office of Director of the Mint. 101. Hosk> n. H. (Lord), memorial of, 182. Hospitalsurgeontopostsurgeon. protests against reduction of, 249. House In Paris, Monroe's, 129, 327. House of Representatives, balloting in the (1801), 191. Houston, Sam (General), 175. Charn.terof, 196. Howell. Darid, nomination of, as collector, 198. Howick (Lord), 29, 95. Letter from. 98. to, 283. Hudson River, mail carrier on the, 239. Huger, Benjamin (cadet at "West Poin 101. Hull. nmeudation iiartial of, 40. r, letter from. 99. ■r (jr.), letter from. 98,99. nliassy at Ghent), 56. i.v.of, 261. i-ral). 330. ■ the safety of army of, 51 Capitulat imi of, 86. 87. Defeat and capture of. 22, 51, 146. Pronounced a traitor and coward, 86, 87. Reinforcements for (1812), 51. Salaries of, 158. Surrender of, 147, 308. Trial of. 48, 62. Humbert (General), 273,319. Humboldt (Baron). 211, 214. Humphreys. David (Colonel), appointment of, 1 I.ettef from, 99. 100. Humphrey (S*iuire), liO. Hurtado (Mr.), British Minister to Paris, 221. Huntington, Jedediah (General), 153. of American [seamen, 10, 20, 24, 27, 47, 55, 68, 79, 80, 114, 144. 145, 151, 182, 183, 184, 185, 211, 212, 213, 214, 221, 244, 263, 271, 305, 300. 313, 317, 337. "Impre.ssmeut should be a declaration of war, the first'' (1815), 118. a signal for war (1818), 213. Impost duties, 48. Imprisonment for debt, 120. Iniprovenients. national, Monroe's esaay on, 120. Inauguratiou. Monroe's second, 217. In.k-mnities. qniatiou of. 31, 57, 81. Indemnity, claims for. 24. Independence, negotiations for, 246. India: Indian Affairs: Management of (1791), 95. SuperiutoudenI of, 152. Indian agencies. 150. hostility (1815), 63. 355 ladun lands, 2«6. policy, 51, 106. trade, Lord HoUaud's projects on, 183. treaties, 103, 28(i. tribes, prohibition of Britisli subjects t« trade witb, 145. ■war on the Western frontier (18111, 88. warfare, atrocities of, 46. Indians: Campaign against the (1792), 168. Commission for treaty with the, 150. Disposition of the, towards us (1785), 129. Friendly, organization of the, 284. Hostile, Pinckney's expedition against. 148. Impressment of (1814), 225. Northwest, treaty with, 87, 236. Peace with the (1795), 127. Presents to the, 284. Inger»oU, C. J., 162, 205. (Director of the United States Banli), 233. Letters from, 100, 101. to, 283, 284. IngersoU, Jared, 336. Ingraham, appointment of, 59. Ingraham ((japtaln), claim of 123. Ingham, S. D., letter from, 101. Ini&ud intercourse, 20. navigation, 5U, 291. Inapector-Geueral, vacancy in office of, 42. Insurance, rates of, 6. Insurrection of negroes, reported (1813), ST. 123. Intercommunication of States, 270. Introduction, letters of, 18. Invasion of fnri-igners on borders, 338. will produce union (1814), 08. to repel, war unnecessary, 204. menaced, powers of the President re- sjiecting, 312. Internal improvements, 24, 50, 61, 63, 101, i;8, 165, 218, 226. 228, 253, 270, 286, 332. Ireland: English conflict with, 262. Gove Independence of, 205. Support for, 202. sari (Mr.), 221. l.«le de Bois, 154. Isley (postmaater at Portland), 139. Italy: King of, 18, Money, works of art, etc., given up by, to France (17iiS), 314. North, ripe for revolt (1815), 59. Subjugation of, 314. Itnrhide, Agustin de, 310. Throne of, 188. Izard, George (Genera'), 153. Letter from, 101, 102. Movements of (1814), 102. Izard (Mrs.), nephew of, 239. Jackson, Andr 331. 28, 34, 42, 156, 220. 260, 265, 313, Affair of, with Governor Callava and Judge rromentin, 33. Appointment of (1819), 120. Appointments by, 126. Approval of theJExecutive of, 320. Attacks on, 270. Attacks of partisans of, on Monroe, 45. Campaign of, 276. Character of, 141. Command of (1814), 225. Commissions and confirmations of, 160. Complaint by, of Monroe, 299. Complaints of conduct of, towards French consul, 224. Conduct of, 125, 126, 151, 157, 252, 270, 309, .«2, 335. Course of; in Florida, 49, 286. toward Monroe, 105. in the Seminole war, 263, 275. Date of commission of, 158. ■Wilk. inson, 152. Denial of Monroe of having injured, 269. Differences between, Calhoun and Crawford, 203. Disclaimer to the Spanish Government of the course of, 253. FamUy of, 175. Feared by his emplovers, 255. Force, the law of, 253. (Governor of Florida). 286. Head of a new national party, 286. Kindly feeling of, toward Monroe, 43, 104, 196. Monroe not hostile to, 140. Monroe's confidence in, 285. defense of, 294 denial of intention to injnre, 331. regard and esteem for, 157, 269, 319. letter to, of December 14, 1816, 138. Instruction to, 41, 269, 284. Injustice of, 227. Irascibility and honesty of, 253. Justificaticm of the Florida expedition of, 100. Lee's life of, 141. 161, 293, 294, 299. Letters from, 102, 103, 104, 105, 196. of, 44, 270. to, 14, 284, 285, 286, 287. Memorandum of letters to, 138. Money for force of (1814), 266. Motives of, in transcendingpowers givenhim, 21. Orders to, to take command, 287. from the War Department to, 196. Popularity of (1832), 45. Presidental candidate. 142, 227. Reenforcements for, 2*77. Report of, on his proceedings in Florid.l, 267. Resignation of, as governor of Florida, 104. Retirement of, from the Army (1820). 286 Spanish forts, capture of, by, 320. Sound judgment of, 286. SuppUes to, 249. Support of, 321. Jaokson and Monroe, correspondence of, 43, 140, 196, 294, 298, 299, 322. Jackson and Southard, correspondence of, 227. Jackson (Mr.), English commissioner, 219. Jackson (Captain), ot the Dallas, 11. Jackson, Henry, letter from, 105. Jackson, John'G. (General), 68. Jackson IWilliam] (Colonel), 110. Jarvis (Dr.), of Boston, 69. Jarvis, Leonard (consul at Ha^Te), 72. Jaucourt, Count de, letter from, 105, Letter to, 57. Java, ship, 201. Jay, John, 124, 162 249, 326. Discontent of friends of, 37. Letters from, 105, 106. Mission of, 279. Negotiations of, 34. Treaty of (1794), 24, 32, 38, 54, 108, 109, 127, 128, 132, 225, 236, 268, 299, 326. JefTerson, J. G., letter from, 106. Jell'erson : Administration of, 229, 275, 324. Appointment of, to succeed Franklin, 107. Arrival of, in France (1784), 106. Assailed by the judiciary, 167. Cabinet of (1800), 235. Character and administration of, 232. Charge against, as having criminal corre- spondence with the French Directory, 109, Convalescence of, 157. Correspondence between and Monroe, 24, 20, 115, 235, 290. Election of, 40, 69, 167, 174, 191, 236, 211, 243. Embarrassments of, 292, Friendly feeling of, to Monroe, 115, 196, 232, 233, 289, 292. Letters from, 108, 107, 108, 109, 110, 111, 112, 113, 114,115,116,117,118,119,120. Letters to, 172, 287, 288, 289, 290, 291, 292. and Livingston, dispute between, 294. Monroe's coniidence in, 287. Motives which brought, from retirement, 330. NominaUon of, for Presidei-t, UL 356 110. Opposition to pomp and fulsome attentions to functionaries. 111, Parsimony to, 37. Poliov of, 23a, 242. Popularity of, 174. Poverty of, 137. Property of, sale of, by lottery, 120, SaLiry andoulHtof, 100. Secretary of State, rumored appointment of, as, (1812), 17U. Successor of, question as to, 122. Tariff, views of, on the, 40. Visit from, ■M^. to, 157. Visits MaJiaon (1815), 151. Jeflfrey, speech of, at Edinburgh, 220. Jesup, Thomaa S., letter from, 12U. Jeune Euaeiiet vessel, .'5. Jews, Turks, and iulidels, exclusion of. 190. John Adam.i. ship, 97, 210. John and 11. mil, mss. 1, >ciziire of, 45. Johnson, ( li.ii'iiiaii. li in m tu, 292,293. John Co. Johnson, Kichard il., hnti-.s from, 120,226. letter to, 63. popuhirity of, 120. Johnson, (William) Judge, letter from, 120. (Colonel), 295. 190. a, Joseph, Letters Irom, 120,121,122. Jones, Merew.ther. letter IroD Jones, Kiigrr, letter to, 293. Jones, Walter Letters from. 122, 123, 122. Jones, Walter P., soliciting appointTueut ot, as midshipman, 123. Josephine, shij), 271. Joy (Mr.), consul at Rotterdam, 156. Judges, charges against, 292. Judicial decision under article of 20th November, 19. Judiciary, cbaneea in the, 236. and legislative bills. 111, 156, 107. Jullien, M. A., letter from, 123. Jury system, organization of the, 241. Jurymen, fees to, 138, 21(j. Justices of the peace, action of Federal court on, 32. K. Keadie, James, 230. Keen, Eichard Eaynal, plan of, 238. Kelly, John, letter from, 172. Kelty, George, dismissal of, from West Point, ISO. Kent, Duke of, 75. Kent, James (Chancellor), 141. Kentucky ; Court of, iniudicious prosecutions of, 193. Enthusiastic for war (18121, 51.87. Governor of, calling for troops (1814), 265. Judg(^ in, resignation of a, 237. Lands, 188, 299. Militia from, 321, 322. Monroe's friends in, 188. Separation of, from Virginia, 190. Troops for Loui.siana, 34, 265. 284. Kerr, Alexander, letter from. 124. Kerr, Edward, soliciting appointment of, as mid- shipmai Key, Philip, letter from. Key, Philip Barton, 84. Key (Professor), re.^iL'll;llii King, Kiifus, 118, 124, If. 1. 2. Appointment of, to Ki In Department of St:pt Infiamniatury conduct , Letters from, 24, 25, 26. 124. If, 161. (Mil , 293. King of Kugtand: Death of the (1820), 215. Health of the, 181, 281. 301. Leave taken of the, 316. Sickness of the, 296. King, James G., 126. Knox ilenry (General), 132, 17L Failure of, no. lo be minister to Russia, 110. Ketirement of, 191. Ko.ez, Thomas, letter from, 337. Lord Chancellor, 316. Lord Mayor's, feast at the, 211, 316. Loriks (Major), Swedish consul, 65,225. Lottery : Land, 80. For sale of Jefferson's estate, 292. Loudoun, electors of, 167. Louisa County, delegates from, 162. Louis XIV, grant of Louisiana to Crozat by, 24i. Louis XVI, 16. His confidence in the Terrorists, 58. Execution of, Paine's speech against, 177. Louis XVIII, 154. Declared King, 274. Declining health of, 35. Death of, and Policy of, 5B. Withdraws from the capitol (1815), 105 Louisiana: Acquisition of, 21, 23, 113, 133, 135, 142, 143, 158, 178, 223, 229, 230, 231, 243, 244, 283, 295. 297, 298, 300,301,311,323,328,337,339. Boondaries of, 21, 113, 244, 295, 297. Cession of, to France, 112. approval of Great Britain of the, and Florida, purchase of 113. cession of, 133, 134, 135, 163, 164. payment of stock in cession of, 134. Government of, 113. 114, 192, 267, 301. Growing importance of, 34, 198. Invading of, by British, 80, 265, 266, 276, 284. Legislature of, approval of the administration of, 198. Malcontents in, 241. Marbois's book on, 276, 293, 311. Monroe's refusal to accept position in, 288, 289. People of (1814), 225. Population of (1803), 186. Ports of, prohibition to commerce of the " ■■ 1 States in the, 50. Purchase, guarantee of the, 134, 135, 163, 164, 229, 295, 296, 300. 311, 328. Eestoration of, to Spain, 238, 301. Special privilc-ges in, 13. Temporary government of, acceptance by Monroe of the, 328. Lowell, John, letter from, 138. LoweU (Mr.), 303. Lowrie, Walter: Letters from, 138. Publication of letters from, 104, 105. Letters to, 67, 245. 358 Lncas, Johu B. C. (Jndge), 198. Ludoff (Count), 211. Luke, .James (Consul at Belfast), 185, Xyman (General), 181, 185. Lyman (Mr.), letter to, 298. Lyman, XJieodore, jr., letter froi 138. Lyon, Jon.itlian, and others, letters Irom, 138. Letter to, 246. Lyon, Matliew, 110. Letter from, 138. MoIiHiKil.l il.i. uieiinnt-Colonel).216. il.D... -h I liuiiias (Commodore), 200, 201. Maredoniaii. Iris-ite, 41, 260, 309. McEvers, James, 7. McGillivary, 20. McGreenwav, Edward. 332. McHenry, iWt, boml)ardment of, 175. McHenry. James, resi;;nation of, 166. Mcllljanv, J.-imis, letter to, 29S. Moliit.ivli, i-nsi. of. )t8. W.Ki.ai.,.], !■ , :;:;i;- ll.Kc:ili, 'l•li"Hl;l^.. K-tter to, 298. Ma. liiiiac, J:arll^oui^g tlie ]iort i.f, 239. McLean, .Joiin; Cuinmi.ssioner of Land OfSco, 274. Letters from, 139, 140. 141, 142. to, 208, 299. McLeoii (T.'i.^iii. ii.iai., 'i- ■ Macon's bill, u:;i. McCraie, Alixaiider, letter to, .a4. McCrea (Col.ni.l), 12C. McKae, Arcliil.aki, letter from, 142. Madget (Mr.), 178. Madison : Administration, 232,237. Appointments (1811), 39. Candidacy, as President, 1D2. Confidence, want of, in (1814), 100. Eulogy on, 90. Friends of, endeavor to impair confidence in Monroe (1807), 193. niness, 109. Jefferson's choice of, for next President (1806), 251. Letters from, 143 to 103, 337. to, 50, 65, 123, 125, 206, 299 to 310. Microscopic writin.s of, 1U3. Monroe's approval of, 289. and Monroe, contest arising between, 115. frieiul.'ihip of, 115, 163, 232, 233. Jetlersons friendship for, 115. letters of. 34. nominated as members of Vir- giniu convention, 293. Virginia, 106. Popnlaritv Relations with Livingston, IBU. Eepublican with English policy, Eesolutions (1794), 197. Kespect for, 75. Retirement, 75. States lavoriug, as President, 122 Union of party under, 193. Madison (Mrs.), 310. Madison, James (Bishop), letters fro Madrid: 145. 302. Monroe's residence in, Magrath, La liaronuo de, 103. Man robbers, 10. Execution of, 260. Maine: Admission of, 157. Capitulations of part of the district of, 223. Constitution of, 07. Reasons for incorporating the State of, 242. Organization of the government of, 64. Maine— Continued. Tour in, 196. M.a.joritic.s and mine Manulaiiiin r^. law li.r encouragement of. 270. MauufaiiliuLi,. ^4. And a nii.serable white population. 93. Comparison between French and English, 108 Domestic, 66, 284. Establishment of. 236. Manufacturing, causes of disorder in, 55. nation, America, a, 81. Marbenf (Mr.), 276. Marbois, Barb6. 35, 37, 153, 293, 294, 300. Att.arkon, IOC. Lett ?137. Marine. ..a^,n|,'-, - L.i.li^. >ac;.nti,-siuthe, 238. of Lug. and, 210. Marines, 210. Maritime law, 221. wrongs, impressments, trade and com Maples, T., court-martial of, 39. Marshall, John. 166. Colonial history by, 165. Letters from, 165. to, 312. Martin, case of, 41. Mary, schooner, 207. Maryland, governor of, letter to, 312. Mason, candidate for collector at Alcx.indria,41. Mason (General), appointment of, 252. Mason, A. T. (General), 157, 240, 33u. Death of, 93, 309. Mason, G., letters from, 165, M6. Mason, G. T., United States Senator, 191. Mason, S. X., 192. Letters from, 166, 167, 168. to, 311. Mason, J. Y., letters from, 166. Massachusetts : Elections in, 129. Insurrection in, 89. And New Uampshire becoming Republican (181,-.), 196. Support of, to Monroe, 229. The visit of Monroe in, 34. Mathews, George (General), 55. Death of, 55. Maund, T., letter to, 326. Meade. E., letter from, 168. Meal and Hour, sale of, 247. Medical Department, regulations of the, 41. Mediterranean: Danger to Americans in the, 100. Information from the, 238. Squadron, dissensions in the, 20 i. Meigs, Jusiah, 55. Letter to. 254. Meigs (Mr), Commissioner of Laud Office, death of, 274. Memachaii, 'William, letter from, 168. Jlemoir and claim of Monroe, 21. Memoirs, Monroe's, 195. Mercer (General), 42. Mercer, C. A., 319 Mercer, C. F., letter from. 108. Mercer (Governor), 144. Mercer, Hugh, 168. Letter to, 312. Mercer, John, 235, 312. Letters from. 168, 337. Mercer, J. F., 195 Mercer, J. H., letters from, 169. Merchants : Alarm of (1798), 109. Confidence of, 324. Merry, Anthony (British nii!iJ8»«r.' Jl, 113,144. 301. 359 Merry (Mrs.), pretensions of, 113. Messages, the Presidents', 24. 101. 109, 116, 142, 157, 158. 159, 160, 165, 198, 200, 203, 204, 211, 217, 224, 2'!8, 254, 262, 300, 303, 309. ational, (1799) . appl lioationforthe(1823), 92. difficulties of the, 188. Eepuldic and Florida boundary, 133. tariff, the, 202. Mexico, 152. American party in, triumphant, 188. Dnfeat of royalists in, 187. Disposition and character of tbepeopleof,250. Government fomiins in, 250. Independence of, 159. Invasion of, 8, 9, 269. Minister from, to the United States, 202. to, 320. Patriots of, 188. Plot .asaiiist (1817), 209. Poin.sett'8 mission to, 187, 188. Proposed invasion of, hv French emiKrants, 176. Eevolntionary party in, 156. Treaty with (1824), 188. Miohie, David, letters from, 169, 170. Michigan, distress of inhabitants of, 02. Territory, secretary of, 10. Michilimackinac, 154. Middleton, Hen M'ddlei,.., \, . ! , - I ■.,, n. MidshiiM,,,,,, n.ii - ,1 r.ir berth of 17. Midshipmen, aiiinmitiiicnts of, 238, 23J. Military affairs, conduct of (1813), 74. ardor, caution asaiust, 235. budget (1815), 62. committee, letters to the, 312. defenses, 50. establishment, expenses of the (1813), 79. reduction of the, 313. force, 48. augmentation of the (1812), 312. destitute condition as to our (1812), 230. management (1813), 291. matters, instructions on, 313. movements (1813), 250. officers, discontented, disbanded, 303. road to the schools, 50. Militia: Conduct of, 322. Detached, 265. Educated, 50. Fluctuating resource in the (1812), 147. General Jackson's, 235. Law, unpopularity of the State, 189. Org,anizatii.ii of the, W>. 117, 285, 318. Eequisitions for, 312, 313. Miller, James, letter from, 170 Miller (Major), claim of, 233. Mills,— , case of, 41. Minister: Burthensome duties of a, 211. From Colombia, 12. To France, declining appointment as, 80. Spain, appointment of Irving (1805), 70. "Disgraced," 327. Ministers : Appointment of, 159. Foreign, exemption of duty on imports by,149. Outfit for, 279. Powers of, 229. Question before Congress as to publishing Minor, John, letters from. 170. Minor, Launcelot, letter liuui, 170. Minor, ■William T., application of, for position In the Army, 170. Minority, manly avowal of principle from the, 233. Opera 'ions of 293. Miralla (Mr.), 119. Miranda (General) : Expedition of 19, 71. Letters from, 170, 171. to, 189. Mission, Monroe's triple, 195. Coi ippi; the, Exclusive .iurisdiotion of the, 144. Militia (1814), 225. Mortality of troops in 1809, on the, 250. And Xew Orleans, maps of, 186. Navigation of the, 15, 32, 53, 89, 113, 143, 174, 191, 220, 223, 243, 281, 383, 304, 318,323, 331, 333. Notes and statistics on the, 171. Elver and the Floridas, notes on, 187. Settlement of country west of the, 288. Territory east of the, 281. Upper, defense of the, 313. Missouri: ?■. '^- ""':::: :h 1,126,157. late of, 159. yuesi ion, 0. S-. ^J■^. 118, 159, 188. 228, 309. Mitchell, David Bradie (General), 60,149,252. Mitchell (Governor), dismissal of, 275. Mobile: Citizens of, remittance from the, to Monroe, _ I'l- West Florida, 77. Moira (Lord), 70. Monarch, the reigning, [Jefferson] defunct (1809), 194. Money: Borrowing on a specific pledge, 117. To be borrowed of the people, 117. Money-making age, a (1810), 233. Monroe ; Accounts with the Government, 180, 233, 267 287, 292, 326. 327. Alleged speculations, 327. AndLivin<;stuu, extraordin.ary expenses, 243. Pillion. ■\,,oiini;;,-:iinst instructlon.s, 180 Appointin! rif:,, u,,.,'M,'ii . 1_799), 225. Asavoluiil.'rr,':;ii7.''"' Attacks on, 39, 67. Brother. 94, 152. Calumniators, 95, 129. Candidate for President (1308), 53. 51. Caution to, 192, 193. Character vindicated, 141, 142. Charges against, 91, 92, 233. Circumstances, 37. Claim, 43, 44, 120, 139, 161, 173, 179, 223, 246, 292, 310. Conduct, 109, 235, 324, 329. Correspondence, caution as to, 114. Death of child of 76. Debts contracted in the public service, 299. Declination to otEoe of governor of Virginia (1827), 298. Declining health, 85, 196. Departure from England (1807), 316. Destiny wliich awaits, 194. Diplomatic conduct. 197. Disj.atches withheld, 192. Doetrine, 61, 203, 301. Dvin;; statement, concerning Jackson, 254. Ei.ction (1817), 61, 229. Exiienses in public service, 246. r:il,sity of charges against, 277. Farm of, bad management of 114. Friendly to Madison's administration, 280. Health (1831). 45, 293, 310. House in Paris, 277. In Congress, 190. Inimical to 'Washington's administration, 92. 360 Honroe — Conflnned. Injurious reports concerning^ 195, 228. Introductioij aa minister to France, 138. Jeflerson'B praises of, 117. J. Q Adams's eulogy on, 85. Jnstiflcation. 289. Lands, sale of. 77, 331. Last lett*r, 310. lite, 24,226. Lovalty, 67. McLean's eulogy on. 141, 142. Memory and character, 45. Minister to Spain, 144, 301. MlBsion, action of the Sen.ite relative to, 168. and recall, 195. of 1803, complfte succcs.'i of. 192. Money advanced to a relative, lt)4. Keotralitv. 331. 332. No desire for office (18101,324. Oiler to appoint, as major-general, 85, 291. Outfit, salary, etc., 113. Papers, the, 18. Patriotism and sagacity, 43. Pecuniary embarrassments, 127, 139, 268, 298, 819. Poli. (1818), 212. Political course. 131, 233. Practice of the law, 1ij9 Presence in the west desired (1812), 86, 87. Present position (1812). 22. President, prominent acts, 218. Prospects for nomination as President (1808), Publication by, 67. 109, 132, 173, 231, 3U. Public services. 169. Recall. 83, 231, 236, 314, 315, 317, 326, 327. Eeception in France. 192. New England. 75. Refusal to accejit the government of Lou- .{egretsol ilisapp JeliefbillinCou; lisapproval of hif .289. Reported to be lieutenant-general (1812), 93 Residence, 146,310. Retirement, (1807), 305. Return (1806), anxiety for, 192. from England (1807), 272. from France. 132. Secretary of State, 306, 307. and of War, 308. War, 117, 137. 276. 291, 299. Services and conduct in 1814, 110, 322. in 1785, 190. Slanders against. 109, 110. Speech to tlie Directory. 91. Suggestion to take command (1812), 146, 147, Talents and patriotism, 82. Tour, 207, 242. 310. public benefits arising from, 155. Vindication, 45, 70, 84. 284, 325, 332. Visit in Massachusetts, 130. Monroe (Lieutenant), 102. Monroe, Mrs. : Death, 162,173,246. Health, 22. 264 310. Presentation at court, 337. Monroe, J. S., letter from, 171. Montgomery, Robert, letter from, 171. Monticello: An express to, 205. Cabinet meeting at, 153. MontiUgre, case of the, 261. Montmorency, Mathieu, vow of, 74. Montreal : Campaign against, 274. Concentration at, (1814) 224. Moore, nomination of, as consul, 137. Moore, A. ((General), 159. Moore, ,Tohn, letter from, 171. Moore Island, 155. Morbury, William, letter to, 313. Moreau (Gener.al). 135. trial of, 136. Morgan, Lewis, letter to, 294. Morgan (Lieutenant), 201. Morillo, interview -with, 98. Morocco aflairs. the (1785), lOT. and Algiers, 107. Morocco: Peace with, 135. Treaty with, 89. Morris, Anthony, 72. Morris, Commodore, claim of, 9. Morris, Gouverneur, 111, 309, 333. Appeals of Paine to, 176. Knowledge of, of the courts < "" ■ ■ to France), 165, 326. (Mil Morris. Thomas, letter Morris, William W., letter fiom, 171. Morrison (Colonel), 321. Morrow, Jeremiah, letter from, 17L Mount Edgecomb (Earl), 211. Mosher (Colonel), 322. Mulgrave (Lord), 210. Correspondence with, 303, Mullett, Thomas, 171, 172. Mullowney, John : Letter from, 172. Service tendered by, 172, 198. MnUowney (Mr.), letter to, 116. Munich, .French army in, 229. Murray, George, 254. Letter from. 172. Murray (Mr.), 202. Murray, William Vans, 110, 111. Mutineer seamen, 12. Nagell, Aug. de, letter from. 172. Nancy, vessel, 57. Nantucket, capitulation of, 223. Naples: Afi'airsin(1820), 271. American vessels of war at, 183, Appointment for consul at, 185. Claims on, for spoliations, 57. Climate of, 186. Court-martial at, 238. Revolution at, 216. Nap.ilfon: 293. Abdication (1815), 205, 274. Acies.sion to power, 153, 275. Aim fur universal monarchy, 276. At Elba, '24. Attainder and outlawry, 58. Career (1814), 3u7. Conqueror of Europe, 193. Continental sy.stem. 275. Coronation of the Emperor, 136, 311. Disasters, 117. 1 Downfall, 52. Emperor, 303. Friendship, 231, 323. Greatness, 90. Hatred, to England, 49. Landing at Cannes, 105. Neutral rights not acknowledged, 29. Occupation of the Tuileries by, 58,59. Plot to assassinate, 135.136. Recognition of the Emperor, 58, 136. Refuge, 205, Resentment toward Miss Patterson, 135. Restoration, 309. arbiter and dictator of Europe, 49. 1 Bona Sanction of, 156. National Intelligence, the, 21, 330. Letter from Monroe published in the, 245. Nations, law of, 182. Naturalization: British mode of, 27. Of foreigners, 80. L.1WS, adherence to, 149. Naval affairs, 97. commander (1814). 100. ex]>editions for discoveries, 218. forces on the lakes, 165, 309. 361 Navigation act, the. 10, 107, 125. laws, proposed, 313. right of. to be enforced, 116. Navv, an essay on the, 210. Bill for bniUling men-of-war (1799), 64. Bo,Tjd and Secretary, qut-stion of authority between the, 153. Department, business of the, 238, 239. Disapproval of a, 118. Exploit-sof the, 50. Government of the, 27. Importance of a, 129. Necessity for, 5, 32. Organization of the, 318. Eeforms in the (1801), 112. Kefuge for the, during winter, 24. Secretary of the, c.indidates for (1812), 93. United States, to maintain intercourse with South American revclutionists, 125. Usefulness of a strong, 211, Yard, the (1814), 123. Neapolitan Government, negotiations with, 27. Negroes : Abductionof, 123, 152. British seizure of, 151. Disaffection of (1814), 123. Fear.s about (1814), 225. Free, 309. prohibition clause, 159. Insnrrection, 111. Proposed sale of, 122. Return of, 152. Selling of, at West Indies, taken from the United States, 150. Negotiations : At St. Petersburg, 5. Closing of, 222. Eeports of, 222 Unsuccessful issue of (1824), 222. Nelson, Hugh (Judge), 179. Desire of, to retiim from Spain, 173. Letters from, 172, 173. to, 314. Nelson, Jeremiah, 13. Nelson (Lord), funeral of, 22. Nelson [Thomas?], General, 128. Neptune, ship, 8U, 184. Nesselrode (Count). 186. Letter from, 174. Netherlands, the, 52. Proposed treaty with (1816), 173. Public distress in, 74. Restitution declined, 75. Treaty with, 75. Neutrality, 314. And freedom of the seas, 32. Jefferson's letters on, 219. Laws, 146, 278. Violation of, 10, 55, 176, 201, 260, 261. Proclamation of, 309. Neutral armed ships. 110. power, injuries to a, by belligerents, 336. rights, 29, 203, 259, 330. insisted on by France, 19. violation of, 279. trade, interference with, 77. vessels, orders of French Directory and British Government respecting, 124. Neutrals : Hostility of, system toward, 95. Protection of, 338. Neuville, Hyde de : Letter from, 174, 338. Difficulties of, 101. Dissatisfaction at letter of, 262. NeuviUe.M. de, 9. 15, 36, 60. Nevis, trade with, 97. New England : Change of political opinion in, 241. Conciliation of parties in (1817), 242, Conspiracy in, 213. Pre.judices of, removed, 251. Newfoundland bill, passage of, in House of Com. mons, 107. New Jei Bey, change in representation of, 6i. Kew London: CoUectorship at, 152, 153. Relief of guaids at, 113. United States magazine at, 19B. New Orleans, (1803), 113. Arms in (1814), unknown to Gen. Jackeon, 19«. British at, 52. expedition against, 93. Battle of, 249. Cession of, by Spain, 337. Citizens of, remittance to Monroe from, 174.. Conjectures as to taking of (1814), 123. Defense of, 34, 284, 285, 333. Delay in getting arms to (1812), 325. Descriptive of. 196. Expected attack on (1814), 223. Freedom of the port of, 318. Future of, 196. Government of, advice to Monroe to accept the, 232. Number and quality of arme in (1814, and 1815), 120. Reenforcements for, 321. Right of deposit in, 116, 143. Rumors of an attack on, by Burr. 237. Supply of arms for. 331. The enemy at, 277. Victory at, 58, 05, 174. 235, 266, 285, 286, 322. Declination to take part in celebration of the. 326. Volunteers for (1814), 266. Newspapers, English, 213. New York : Climate, 162. Custom-house, 152. Defenses (1812), 101. (1814), 130. Election of governor (1792), 37. Evacuation, probable, 128. Federalists (1806), 235. Fortiiioations in harbor, 126. Magnanimity, 173, Meeting of citizens to celebratetbe revolution in France (1831), 273. Settlement of affairs at (1784), 228. Troops, payment of, 62. Tumult in, (1806), 229. Niagara, post of, 291, 309. Nice and La Passage, trade with France through, 332. Nichol, J. (Sir), 182. Nicholas, John, letter from, 248. Nicholas, WiUiam C, 191,311. Letters from, 174. Nicholas, Wilson, 193. Nicholson, J. H.. 185. Nicholson, Joseph H. : Letters from, 174, 176. Resolutions of, 1 14. Noah, (consul at Tunis), 58. Nuland, WiUiam: Letters from, 175. Oration of son of, 175. Nominations for office, 15, 66, 158. Nonimportation bill, 95, 145. 193, 33«. Nonintercourse, question of, 48. Noninterference in European matters, 302. Non intervention, 118. Nootka Sound and Faulkland Islands, 12. North American Review, 242. Northern frontier, British war on the, 330. powers, svmpathv of, 288. Northwest, affair," in the (1796), 125. Northwest Company, 63. Northwestern boundary, the, 223, expedition, supplies for the (1812), U7. Notes of negotiations (1818), 214. Nova Scotia : Jealousy of the mother country, 242, And Uiiited States, commerce of, 242. Nuevo, brig, 176. O. 3()2 Oilessa, notes on, 17(1. Office: Appointment to, IBS, Changes in, 228. Dismissals from, 287. Mania for, 194. Motive of taking, 233. Nominations for, by Washington on his own reapousibility, 248. Tenure of, 159. American, insults to, in Rio Janeiro, 199. Army, rank of, 159. Chauee in public, 190. Discontent of disbanded (1822), 310. Exchanseof(1814),307. In foreign service, 262. Napoleon's, at court, 3G. ^^ Subaltern, of the Government, _(y.. United «tatea, serving on pruMlcers under dag of Artijos. 12. . , , , Ohio and Mississippi rivers, prcjected canal to the, 332. Ohio Company, the, 48, 89. Ohio: Emigration to, 48, 106. For war (1812), 51. Support of, in Monroe's electum, 1..9. ^""(Mr.'ami Mrs'uiberation of, 296. OnisL.de (Chevalier), 10, 15,27,72,73,88,08,100, Correspondence with and conduct of, iii2, 152 Friendly to the United States, 137. Letter from, 176. Reception of, 62, 153. (Spanish minister), letter to, Hi. Ontario, ship, 209. Opie (Major), 159. Opinion, differences of, 119. . ,.,,., Orange, Prince of, condescension of the, lul. Orders in comicil, 29, 330. Orea (Mr.), 240. O'Reillv (Mr.), introduction of, ISJ. Orinocu, the Kiver, 200. '^'^^'^Duke of, at Peroune (1815), 59. Louis, Duke of, 99. Philip of, 127. Ordnance Department in 1814, 30. Orr (Mr.), 126. Osborne, William, letter to, Bo. Osorio, Gen., 26. Otto'miui Government, negotiating with the, 210, Outfit for ministers, 79, 316. F. iu„, Thomas, 67, 171, 199, 328. Appeals of, for Uberation, 176, 177, 178. Citizenship of, 176, 177. Letters from, 176, 177, 178, 338^ Residence of, with Monroe, 3(». Pakenham at New Orleans, 93. Pahnela, Count de, letter from 178. Panama mission, reasons why Monroe should i accept the, 264. Parliament, tumultuons proceeding of (1820), 217, Parry (Captain), expedition of, 218. and Franklin (captains), expeditions of, 220. '^'^ll^'tbe United States. Political reflections on (1794), 131. Monroe's views of political. 324. Pndictions of a union of ( 1816) . GG. Priisperity of Government without, 310. Union of, regarding war of 1812, 259. Absence of (1817), 139. TranquiUzed in New England (1818), 75. Violence of, 235. Passports demanded (Spain, 1814), 72. Patii..lism.d,HlinMof (1816),50. T, (Cominodore), Pait( Patterson (Miss), marriage of, 298. ■^^"Aiticipated with England (1813), 100. Continental, establishment of a congress i a (1800), 76. In Europe, treaty of, 24. Negotiations for (1813), 22. Ratification of treaty of (1815), 58. Rumors of. before otflcial notice of, 325. Treaty of, signed (1814) not unfavorable, 53. "With Great Britain, news of (181.5), 72. Pearce, Dutee J., letter from, 178, 179. Penal code, .omendin.' of the, 240,242. Penderson, P. (Daui-sh minister), 10. Peudleton, J., letter from, 179. ^*"a;thu"i!fsm in, on peace (1815), 137. Forw.-ir(1812),51. Insurrection in, quelled, 34. Marshal of eastern district of. 101. Rebellion in (1794), 190. Serious riot in (1794), 131, 132. Pensacola: Aiiair, the, 118. Affairs of, 213. Attack on, 269, 285. Bay, 102. Delivery of, to Spain, 260. Governor of, insolence of the, 285. Military insubordination at, 252. Movement against. 103. Naviil .agency at, 18. Possession uf, 2 1 , 198. Public buildings at, 103. ^^„ . Proposition of restoration of, to bpain, Paper money, 117, 292 Parasruav. hostile to I Parai'uay, hostile to Buenos Ayrea, 30. Pardon recommendation for, 13. Pardons, 10, 12. ^"capture of, by the alUes (1814), 52. Consuls at (1813), 56. Enterprise imd speculation in (1.S24), 35. Expenses of living in, 81. Fate of (1815), 58. Great political movement in (1800), 168. Winter in. 37. Parish David, 19, 20, 149, 307. Letter from, 178. , ,. ,■ Parker (district attorney for S'.utb (jarolin; Parker (Mr.), loan tn „nantbnM/..d, '264. Parker, D., 230. Parker, Richard, letter from, li8. Reasons for reducing, 102. Seizure of, 161. . (Commodore), 11,88. ^„„,. iion, 37. Peru against Chile, expedition of, 26. aSd Mexico, tne capitaUsts of, 202. revolution in, 200. Viceroy of, 124. P6tion, 207. Peyt-on, 35. Philadelphia: Citizens of, congratulations of. 179. Monroe's visit to, 207. Philadelphians, p.atriotisra of the, 39. Phillips, George (Dr.), 59. Pichegru (General), 138. Piohon, L. A., 144,278. 363 Pickering, Timothy: Letters from, 179, 180. to, 314,317. Report of, 166. Pierce, killing of one, 181. Pinokney, Charles, 18. Departure of, from Spaii), 2S3. Letters from. 180. to, i:',;;. 143,145.315. Eesigii.iti..ii of, tle.sin d, 113. Pinckney, Charles C, 132, 314. Appointriifnt uf, 38. Passport.^ domandedby, 138. Return of (1796), 124. To succeed Monroe at Paris, 125. Pinckney, Thomas (General), 148, 277. Letter from, 181. Minister to Spain, 236. Pinkuev, William, 47, 114, 185, 186, 271, 283, 288, 3(i2, 304. 305. 307, 329, 334, 337. And Mrs. Pinkney, presentation to the Queen, 276. Monroe, joint communications, 317. instructions to, 145. Appointments of, 185, 192. As associate, 115, 289, 318. Correspondence of, with Monroe, 249. Joint letter with, 263. Letters from, 84, 181, 182, 183, 184, 185, 186, 338. Letters to, 95, 175, 281, 315, 316. Porter, 'WiUiam D., 17, 239. Portsmouth, Monroe's detention .at, 39. Portugal and Brazil, mission to, 323. Portugal : Complaints of, 261, 262. Pro.iect of a constitution for, 178. Representative system in, 37. Revolution in 1824, 174. Counter-revolution in, 204. Sjieiial envoy to Napoleon. 138. Violations of neutrality by, 153. Portuguese, claims of 292. subjects, complaints of, 13. minister, 206. Post, Henry, appointment of, 53. Post-ofiBce: Complaints of the, in New York, 106. Department (1827), 299. McLean's usefulness in the, 140. Irregnlarities of the, 189. Rider, 239. Post-offices : In Europe, opening of letters in the, 107. Regulations of, 225. Posts : Letters from, 186, 187. Piracies, British, 108. f Parliament making the glavo trade, 221. Cases of, 11. Convictions for, 12. Means of putting down, 12. Suppression of, VH, 260. 261, 269. Pirates, 24. Capture liy, 176. Offers to defend the United Statesif pardoned, 34. Reprieve of condemned, 261. Reprieves and pardons at Richmond, 10. Piratical practices, 252- Pitiaim (consul at Paris), 124. Pitt and Fox, coalition of, 301. Pitt, William. 296. Miramla's negotiation with, 171. Negotiation with. 189. Policy toward America, 171. Pittsburg arsenal, 30. Pizarro, 28. Successor of Cevallos, 74. Plagiari.sm, detection of a, 54. Quara Planters, ntine for the, 92. Pleasant., Pleasant ') : ,'■ '■ ' :". M il,.r from. Pleasaii! ] . ■ , M.'lphia, 1 Pluto.r.n Poiuselt, j'. \i.. J...,.'.JG, 309. Lettei "to'. "49." PointPetrie, troops for, 208. Poland ai d European Turkey, 45. Polignacs the two, 135. , 26. plot of the Jackson party, 254. rivalship, 1.59. situation (1808), 194. Politicians, bobtailed, 173. Pope of Rome, the, 314. Pope, Warden, letter from, 188. Porcelaine, Sevres, 82, 83. Porter, David (Commodore), 322,331. Case of, 226. Conduct of, 322. At Foxardo, 227. Letters from, 189. Porter, James Madison, 207. Porter, Peter B., letter from, 189. President: A Western, 120 Of Congress election of 89 The, thehndot dominant party 233 jp» , President's ) President's u Press the 1*14 Censorship of, 36 Preston, J letter from, 189 Preston James P letter from, 189 Prevost (Mr.); 9,260 Appointment of, 261. Burr's recommendations of, 37, 33, Insolence of, 149. Letter to, 170. Prevost (Governor), 307. Prevost, J. B., letters from, 189. Prince of Peace, 70, 71. Downfall of, 71. Proposed bribe to the, 175. Prince regent, 210, 211, 250. Peace favored by the, 242. Prince of Wales, 296. Pringle, candidate for collector at Charleston, 41 Printed cloth, manufactory of 65 . Printers and the public, distinction between, 118 Prisoners : .Ajnerioan, 56. in South . Dartmoor, 63. _ (1814), 150. Private conversation, retailers of, 21 5. Privateer, owner of the, taken, 146. Privateering regulations, 11. Privateers : American, captures by, 261. Aud letters of marque, 131. French, 302. Prize court, revision of rules of the, 240. Prizes in friendly ports, 152. Produce, prices of (1822), 198. Profes^„r.ships, 162. Proclamation : Religicms, 157. Remarks on the (1793), 235. Provisions: Prices of, in Europe, 81. 364 Provisions— Continued. And arms, scai-citv of (1814), 102. Scarcity of (1812), M. Prussia: And Austria, alliance of, 89. Cooperates witli Russia (1801), 40. King . ■■ Posits Prussian power at an end, 193. Pablio credit, 309, life, Monroe's return to, 27. safety, tlie comuiittee of, letters to, 317, 318. the, letter to, 317. Pultney, William (Sir), 329. Purviance, 18:i, 184, 207, 304, 318. Illnesa of, 70. Queen Caroline, trial of, 12. Queen Charlotte, death of, 210,211. Queen of England: Death of, 215. Green-bag charges against the (1820), 216. Eegrets ot the, BS. Queen of Virginia (Lady Dunmore), death of, 215. Quinlan, T. CT, letter to, 326. Qulnoy, Josiah, 98. Eae (Mr.). 329. Eannc't, rocnmmeiiiliition of, 204. E.iurt (Judge), qnaliticntionsof, 186. Eaudolpli, Beverly, letters from, 189, 190. Eaiidiilph, E. (collector at Pensacola), 159. Eandolph, Edmund, 38. Letters from, 190, 191. Eesignation of, 108. Secretary of State, 106. Vindication of, 108. Eandolph, John, 71, 93, 1C6. Dissatisfaction of, 324. Friendly feeling between Monroe and, 193, 195, 319. Joins the FcHi-ialists (ISOC), 114. Letters ■l..Mi.'V'.| ')r-j. I'.C, 194, 195, 338. Misundci^innhm- «iili,319. Nephew ui, ,;iL-. Oppositinii ..f, t().Jefrcrsoii, 169. Personal ol.ligati.ms of, to Monroe, 195. Proposals of. declined, 318. Proposed retirement of, from political life. Eenewal of i 3 between, and Monroe, Schisms between, and the administration, 251. Eandolph, Thomas M.. deoltnes reelection, 193. Estate of. 83. Letters from, 195. Kemonstr.anceof,195 Eandolph, T. M. (Mrs.), 334. Eappahannock, ihe enemy at (1814), 123. Eat'O, subject of the, before the House, 32. Eawle, Willi:!™, 336. Bay (Mr.), 261. EajTjeval's statement, 162. Eeciprocity in commerce, 97. Eecognition, delay in Monn Eec ognltion,aela ofoniziitiunS; sand Piuku ,316. Eecruitiug service, 51, 74, 78. Eedman (Mr.), 178. Eeed (Major), 103. Friendly intentions of, 102. Eefugees (1783), 128. " (1784), 189. Eeilly, Thomas. 20; (Consul at Vera Cruz), 196. Letter from, 196. appreciation of a, 3t4. in cause, Monroe's support of the 29a gains (1795), 132. government, a free, 310. leaders, meanness of, 242. personal views of, and selliahness 229. party, accessions to power of the, (18111), 78. general conduct of the, 324. division in the, 192, 194. John Randolph's views on Republics, justice of, 179. Residence, Monroe's, in Virginia, I'Jl. Rcstnnition, mutual, of places captuied, 172. Retaliation for IJritfsh deprediltioiis, 110. Retaliatory measures with Great I'.ritain, 197. Hevanche du Cer/, French privateer, 237. Revenue vessels. 253. Revolu tiou of 1830, Lafayette's account of the, 127. Eeynolils (chief clerk of Treasury), 61. Rhea, John, 85, 332. ' Jackson, 196. tionwith, 209. csent.ation in, 129. 77. Lett A parti>^ Ehea letter, Ehea (Mr.), Ehea's state Kheumatisii Ehode Islaii Rich,0. (r,i, Itichelieu, I Eichmond ciilauiil v nl ilslL'), 234. Convention, 102,108.173. Madison and Monroe to take no part in the, 140. Eiga, consulate at, 9. Eight of search, 26, 47. "' Tench, letter to, 319. letters from, 196. Eingold (Mr.), 140. Eio Janeiro: Aflairs of, 230. Negotiations at, 88. Eipley, E. W., letter from, 198. (Ge 151, 154. »•), 86. Case of, 152, Eitchie, Thomas, 93, 142. Eives, William C, 173. Roach, William, jr. letter from, 197. Eoad across the continent, 231. Roads and canals, 198. And internal improvements (1818), 59, Power of Congress to ni:ikc-, 156. Eoane, Spencer, letters from, 197. Eoherts, Jonathan : Letters from, 198. to, 54, 78, 101, 172. Eobertson (aecretarv of OrlcausTerrito Eobertson, ThouKisU., 34, 198. Robespierre. dc;itli of. 127. Robinson (Dr.), 273, ;il9. Robinson (Mr.), testimony for, 217. Robinson, TnUy, letter to, 319, Rodffcrs, John (Comumdore), approval of con- duct of, 77, 78. Rodney, Caisar A., 10, 15, 199, 204, 207, 208, 209 247, 260. Correspondence with, 208. Departure of, for Buenos Ayres, 202. Letters from, 199, 200, 201, 202, 203, '204, 338. to, 33, 97, 196, 247, 254. Request of, for mission to Buenos Ayres, 220. Eomanzod' (chancellor of Eussia) : Letter from, 204. to, 79. (Count.) presentatio Eomford (t'olonel), 260. Eose, George (British minister), 48, 122, 272, 305 Loiter from, 204. Eosewaine, Edward, case of, 10. Eoss, Robert (English major-general), killed B:iUimore(lS14), 25. Rowan, A. H., 199. Eoyal speech, dinner to agree upon the, 215. 365 Koyallst party, no compromise with the, 287. Kumiguy, Count, 99. .. , „o Rush, Benjamin (Dr.), death of, 39. Eush, Eichard, 10, 160. Embarkation of, for England, 210. Journal of, 214. Letters from, 154, 205 to 222. of, 101. to, 11, 319, 320. (Miniater to Great Britain), 319. ?re'pIr°a''iZ-of, for his mission, 209. Proposed rfitirement of, 21 1. Soiiy. ship, 204,228,251. Salomon (Mr.), 44 , Rush, Eicliard(Mi Eussell (CoDsul), S Enssell. .l"it!Uli:iii. a'daughterbornto, 215. 1 f.5, 207, 273. Saltp importation of, 328. z Outfit and compensation of, 52, 320. Solicits an appointment to office, 222. Wish of, to be reUeved of his mission, 823 Eussia and France: Against England (1815), 275. Understanding between, 280. Eussia and Prussia, combined force or, iOi. and Turkey, 217, 218. Affairs, 205. Convention, 160. Court of (1819), 48. DecSres Vai'sgainst Great Britain (1801), 40. Desirability of friendship with, 5. Determination of, in European matters, 138. Discontents and rebellions, 37. Dread of, bv England, 203. Emperor of, 155, 307. award, 158. friendly feelings of, 174. letter to, 320. on the slave question, 218. SX?forft^S9°2J4!f9!26tf79^l-91,331. Minister t«, =^pj.^^^;„^ f„^ ^j^^ „f, by Le- vett Harris, 92. Pretensions, 218. |elSions°with-the United States, 48, 63. ??srwuh%';Btx- ^ ^^ -Weakness of, her vast extent, 46. Russian amb.iS8ador in Spam, intrigaes of, 73. Army, the, 46. Cona'al in Boston, 74. Mediation in Europe, 46 Ministers, friendliness ot, ISB. Mission, the, 186, 216. S. ir Wtine°,\^vernor of, employment hy, of Indians against us, 140. St. Clair, Arthur (General), 6, Governor of western territory, 90. St. Cloud, presentation at, 337. St. Udefonso, treaty of. 50. St. Josephs port, 262. ♦...j^ .^-ti, q7 St. Kitte, Nevis, and Antigua, trade with, 97. St. Lawrence : §a"ga«in of the Eiver, 220, 221. St. Petersburg: . Expenses of bving at, 186. Negotiations at, 5, 259. Slave convention, 219. Society at- climate ot, 186. St. Vincent (Lord), conferences with, 125. Salaries : Foreign, 152. Of ministers, 81, 213. ^^adequate, 216, 302 Increase of, suggestion ot, 3.!». BaU' [tie]. Colonel, communication with, iS9. San Carlos, 213. ""'""''■ luspieiou. civility of the, ax San Martin ( General) , 62 . Victory by, over Osorio, 199. San Pedro Eiver, blockade of 246 Santa Maiia, Spanish polacre, 178. Santiago de Chili : ,. , o^■t Public ships and agents at, 217. Condition of affairs at, 245. Santo Domingo, 36, 230. Recognition of, 219. Saranac. ship, 208. Sarmiento (special messenger), 255. li;rnaC^S-l>->3e'at"complaintsagainBt,19. ScaUan (Mr.), 252. Schools, common, 24. "Scipio," attack by, 327. Scott, Charles (Governor), measures of, 51. Scott (Mr.), soUcitiug employnient, 157. Scott, Winfleld (General), 2d, 274. Book of, 310. Compensation of, 41. Conduct of, 150. Kicks a lord, 73. Scott, -William (Sir), 86, 185. Seamen: American, 5, 10. distressed, 56, 57. British, employment of, in «.™« "ilr^J.?' S; Committee on foreign relations relate e, to. Convention relative to, 282 Disposition of earnings, 148. Foreign, 27;^,^^^^^^ „f (igig,, 73, 80. Impressed, 210. Protection of, 125. The rights of, 137. ,,,„,.„,,,«. Sear (Mr.), consul-general at Algiers, -64. Search, right of, 146, 313, 337. ^^^tnTwar'? Monroe's duties while, 331 332 Foreign ministers, correspondence with, 188. uestion of ] mentof,33. ^'"corrf spoiSence between, and Gen. Jackson, Monroe's conduct as, 42. Eesignation of the (1813), 222. Sedition act, sufferers by the, 112. law 40,53. 166. |SS:^^S;i2^1J^ -"'="'-; 275, 293, 331, 332, 335. ,,..,, .„„ Attack on Spanish forts, in the 270 Jackson's course in the, 43, 44, 4o, 61, 19«. in 253, 254, 299, Seizures and confiscations, 280. Selkirk (E.arl of), letter from 223. Scmillante, French vessel, 191. ate of the United States: vlca^cfe's ttUed during recess of, 310 Votes on the British treaty of 1™*. 223. Sep=u-.ation of the States thre.itened (1820), 228. rerfurier' (-^F^'enchrnisr), litters from, 224. Departure of, 224. Resignation ot, 204. Shaler, -William, 155. Letter from, 224. to, 320. |^tJ;','sofomon,'iett«r from, 224. llle, wTsaaT(Governo7r, letter^ to, 321, 322. ^•'"o^crof sSry ofVar offered to, 322. ilSSS^n^t^f BS^oldiersfrom 273. 366 Armed, to be built for foreigners, 260. Of war, notes on arming and equipping, 218. right of search on, 47. Ship-yards, erection of, 112. Shore, John, letter from, 225. Short, William, 307. Letter from, 225. to, 118. Missions of, to Spain and Russia, 225. (Minister to Sp.am), 236. Shrive, (commissioner of the western road), 120. Silver coin, scarcity of (1817), 125. dolhirs, value of (1817), 125. Silverhjclm, Oeorge de, letter irom, 6o, 22d. Simm (ilr.), 252. Sinclair, Arthur (Commodore), 203. and Biddle (commodores), dispute be- Imprisonn Misfortunes of, 265. Slave-owners, remuneration to (1815), 15U. Slavery, 211. Abolition of, in England, 16. Neffro. reproncli of, 127. PrululMi.-a (IsiT) bv South American revolu- Slave ships: Built abroad navigated by Americans, 267. Capture of, 261. Of the dey of Algiers, seizure of, 155. Slave trade, 10. 11. i:i, 81, 2-Jii, 221, 292. Decline of th.- JiT. Negotiiiti.iii- :.i t tlM- .:i:;. Suppression "I H'-'. -■'"■ TratW.s uii.l^ i il..' limrl, Hag. 2r,3. Slaves ;indl.r.iiiMt> r. .t..,,,,„,ii ol, 320. Excess of, over 1 lie whiti-s. 2.0. Importation of, 157. Incitement to, to join the English, 30. to insurrection, 270. Maintenance of captured African, 11. Res . 339. So uth — Continued. Interest in the, for the Union, 270. South America, 254. Aid to, 119. Agent of the United States Government at, 187. Appointments t«, 218. Commerce with, 27. Commissioners to. 2116,207. Holv alliance and, 30. volul ,156. Soiul .Scbe ! agaiust Spanish, 27. Affairs, 27, 157, 200, 206, 213. Colonies, liberation of prisoners as revolu- tionists, 98. recognition of, 322. Independence, 10, 36, 82, 100, 101, 127, 138, 159. 187, 2(10, 202. 218, 220, 221, 269, 280, 320, 322. Provinces (1823), 74. Republics, 2U. South American States: Conditimi of (1817), 48. Rec ,rv of, bv Spain, 218. i.riian.s. abjectneas of 98. desire fur furoign rulers, U. S. L. I.Tiidgo), 140. (iov'ernur of biter from, 226. Politics of 38. Requisition of the Governor of, IDO. Uprising of slaves in, 187. Southern frontiers, 208, 230. interests subservient to Northern, 95, South Sea, service in the, 155. Acquiescence, in Louisiana cession, 178, 296. Affairs with, i:in, 211, 212, 313. And Eii"1;mi.1. piui.'cts, against the United Stair- sition. to our treaty with France, 301. Policy (1810), 73. Portugal aod Brazil, confusion in.36. 367 Spain— Continued . Portugal and colonies, trade with, 325. condition of (1824), and 35. political details on, imd 173. Rumored sending of regiments by, to Sauciness, 57. Slights ottered, by United States, 72. Slow nioTenients,' 19. Spaniards and, condition of, 173. Special mission to (1815), 72. Surrender by, to France of Louisiana, 296. Traveling iii. 303. Treaties with, 10, 28, 200, 215, 236, 247, 283, 32;' in Europe, 40. United States and. controversy with, prior purcliase uf Florida. 215. War V ■(1S19), 76. Spaniards, creole and European, in Uul Spanish ambassa or e.xciting British Go against United States, 213. Spanish America Equivocal CO iduct of Great Britai 156, spect- Plan foi separating, from Spain under United States priitection, 54. Spanish authorities, ditticulties raised by, 143. Creoles, 81. Conduct of British cabinet towards the, 187. and France's attitude respecting the, 224. Independene 253, 300, "I Embassy ii 7, 199, 200, 220, lie, 135. Mi>ii.iivl,v, .■-iii-titiiti..u of the, 176. >-eiv,-iia|.er. aitu I- in a, 338. Posse«.Tnent of, 81. Scarcity of. 303. To divert South American, from Britain to the Uniteil States, 202. In the United States, 117. Speyer, Mr., letter to, 8. Spire, Mr., 72. Spoliation claims, 35, 36, 37. Stanard's newspaper. 233. Stansbury, A. J., letter from, 227. Stansbuiy, Tobias E. (General), 330. State elections, noninterference of the Executive in, 242. Secrets, cautions about, 238. Staten Island, cession to the United States of State works on, 126. States : No foreign nation wiU make treaty with sep- arated, 228. New. recognition of 269. Separate and independent powers of the, 339. Sovereignty of, 241. Statesman, deceased, description of a. in Eng- land, 222. State troops and volunteers, services of. 285. Statuary on British brig At'xander, 84. Steamboat, traveling by, 200. Steam engine, invention of the, 136. Stenograpliers, 218. Sterling (M. C), introduction of, 64. Stevens, Daniel, letter from, 227. Stewart^ Charles (Commodore), 200, 201, 210, 215, Conduct of, 97. Dispatches from, 97. (Captain), charges against(1823), 124. Em])loyment oi, in the Pacilic, 126. Stewart, James, letters from, 228. Stock jobbing and favoritism, 165. Stockton, Robert F. (Lieuten.anf), 15, 33, 239. Stone, Thomas, letters from, 228. Storrow (Mr.), influence of, 197. Story, Joseph, letter from, 228. Strangford (Lord), minister to Russia, 221. Stuart, Archibald, letters from, 227, 228. Strogonof (Count), 182. (Baron), letter from, 228. Subordinates, political opinions of, 287. Sullivan, George, 73. Letters from, 229. Suit of, 9. Sullivan, James (Governor), 71. SuUiviin, J. A., letters from, 229. Sullivan (Mr.), 323. Sumner, Elizabeth, 6. Sumner, William (Colonel), 6. Sumter, Thomas (Commissioner), 208. Letters from. 220, 230. to, 323. Sumter, Th. (jr.), letters from, 230. Survilliers, Count de (Joseph Bonaparte), letters from, 230. Swan (Colonel), 328. Swan, James, 230. Swann (Mr.). 2.52. Swartwout (Colonel), BO. Sweden : Affairs, 148. Claim, 261. Condition (1820), 99. Crown Prince, friendly feeling of the, 331. Influence, 223. Instructions for, 320. Political matters, 99. Prince Royal, 99. Queen, character of, 99. Treaty with, 155. 207, 203. The mission to, 223. Swedish minister. 33. CompLaintsof the, 100. Swift (General), 60. Switzerland, revolution in (1798), 90. Tait, C, letter from. V:n_ Talavera, vieloi' ■'( W'rIN .]. ■. ;it. ~ 1 I aliaferro. .Jnlm, i , i ; . _ ; i ■ TaUevrand. 71. I . : I .:. M,i '■ Xk 311,328,: ..<■ Audience reiu,.d, ^uu. And De Beaniiier, coneeruilig : tives of in Fr.ance, 91. Character of. 56. Letters from. 230, 231. to, 323. On Napoleon, 52. Tammany Hall, 273. Tarascon, L. A. , letter from, 231. Tariff: Calhoun's views on the, 43. Jefferson on the, 40. Notes relative to the, 323. Taxation, direct. 48. Tax. land, to raise funds (1798). 11*. On whisky, 156. Addil il (1814), 100 1. iiternal, 80. 368 Taxes— Continiieil. JRemoval of. 212. Sale of lots fur. 122. Tayloe (Major). 40. Tavloe (Mr.). 178. Taylor (Captnin), 141. Taylor (Chamellor), 332. Taylor (Colonel). 19. Taylor. George, 175. Tavlor,(;ill)ert,U7. Taylor. John: Appointment of, to tTnited States Senate, 192, 2:n. Book published by, 232, 233. Letters from, 231. 232. 233, 234, 235. to. 323, 324, 325. . Eetireniont of, 236. Taylor, J. L., letters from, 235. Taylor, .Tohn M., letters from, 235. Taylor (Mr.), property of, 228. Taylor, Robert, 159. TnVlnr, Kobevt B., letter from, 235. Tavlor, William, 155, 234. TazeweU, Henry, death of, 166. Letters from, 235, 236. (United States Senator), 191,236. Tazewell, L.W: Letters from, 236,237,238. to, 325, "Telei;rapb," letter to, 32,^.. Teni)ile, (con,sul-general for Great Britain), 89. Tenne-isee: Discharge of militia from, 2GG, Kast and west, troops of, 102. Illegal enterprise in, 147. Kentucky and, arms, tents, equipage, etc., for, 266. Leyy of men for the Creek war, 46. Militia in 1814, 85. 32i. Troops from (1814), 265, 270, 284. Volunteers of. address of (1819), 251. Tenien (Monsieur) : Information wanted about his brother, 238. Letters from, 238. Terrorists, Louis XVI's confidence in the, 58. Texas : Organized force to invade, 273. Seizure of, 236. Thionvillo, l\Iezlin de, letter from, 233. Third party: Eecrnited from Federiilists and Eepublicans (1801.), 2 237. i from, 238, 239. Todd, Ch.-irleaS.: Letter from, 239, 240. to, 10, 14. Todd (Mr.), instructions to, 261. Todd, Thomas, letter from, 240. Toledo. .Tos6 Alvarez de (General), 273, 275, 319. Arrival iu the United States, 74. Letter to, 320. Conmiand of, in the army of the patriots, 224. Statement of, 156. Tompkins. Daniel D. (Goyernor), 189, 293. Letter of, G'.'. Tonnage dues, 13, 75, 282. Tories, Washington's views as to persecution of, 128. Torres. Manuel, 12. Letter from, 240. Torrey (Dr.), prol'e,ssor of chemistry, 160. Tory government United States, memoria Tratisit, vessel, 57. Tra\i8 (Captain), 241. Treason : Kssay on subject of, 241. And sedition, doctrines of. 168, Treasury Department, situation of the (1817), 59k Fireinolliceofth6,53. Monroe's accounts with the. 234. ideas about the, 228. State of the 1 1S19), 60. Treaties,). I,-. II n- ,,r,'.'r: Treaty-mil l.-L- r " '' Trenton, !•. .i. ml liiiil.liiu ■< ;if. 89. Trimble, .(anu-s, aiipliealiun lor surgeon, Letter from, 240. (Surgeon in the Army), 240. Trinidad, island of, 57,200. Trinity Eiver, establishment on the, 28. Tripoli: Blockade of, 135. Depredations by, 112. Trist (Mr.), apjiointment of, 334. Trist, Horr Bro^yn, letter from, 240. Tri.st, N. P., appointment as cadet, 41. Troops : Arming and equipping (1814), 265. Disbandins of (1784), 228. niegal raising of, 273. Protest i,^.,M.>t r.-....,M,l of, 199. ru s :,t, 217. ll'gs of, 201. Eais Troppan, m, it n- nl Trout (Colijii.l.. iMiil Trumbull, .Jcin:itli:ii!, Tucker, Captain, 6. Tucker, George. 241. Letter to, 326. Tucker, Henry St. George, application of. for military commission, 240. Letter from, 240. Tucker. St. George, letter from, 240, 241, 242. Tudor, Willi:mi, letter to, 6. (Mrs.), 242. Tudor, William, (jr.), letters from, 242. CoBSul at, 152. And Tripoli, negotiations with, 99. Turkey: Expected attack on, by Russia, 37. Invasion of, by Kussia, 118. Troubles in, 37. Tusc.^ny, entrance of the French into (1796), 314. TuvU, Isaron de (Russian Minister), 174. Tyler, Edmund, letter to, 326. Tyler, .lohn. 93. Letters from, 243. Tyler, S., letters from, 243. Typhus fever in Virginia, 159. TJ. Ulm, Ingoldstadt and Phillipsburg, cession of fortresses of, 76. Dangers menacing the (1815), 273, ■"■••• - -.,,-- England. 24. Dissolution of our, exjiecieu in ii.ugiaiiu, soughtby Enghiud (1814), 52, the,''no fears lor, 34 Preserv.ation of the, 270. United St-ites : And European dominions, in En<;luinl comparison of manners in the, Z]:.. Great Britain, the true question be- joi'r' a (1814), 150. atement ' i of, 320. 5 Monroe, 331. Bank, 28, 29, 137. Accommodatiuu lo iiAOL At Louisville and Lexiugi,oii, joo. Balances due from Monroe, 302. Branch banks, notes not receivable for auties, 00. Directors of the. 28. 54, 198, 203, 210. Inuigae to iqjure, 39. 369 XTnited States— Continned. British praise of the, of no yalne, 221. Comraerce of the, with Batavia and the "West Indies, 75. Commerce, an English squadron established against, 212. Complaints of, 279. Consuls not acknowledged by Spanish Gov- ernment (1802), 50. Critical situation of (1811), 138. Debt of the, 49, 292. DisUke in England to the (1818), 211. Education in the, 219. Expeditions of. asiainst friendly powers, 252. Einances of (18U), 62. Foreign policy of the, 288. Forbearance of the, 216. Government, disrespect to the. 271. sentiments of, towards Monroe (1806) 231. ungrateful jind unaccountable conduct of the (1796), 128. Growth, prosperity and prospects of the, 101, 133, 213, 214, 302, 321. Lessons taught by the, 161, Maritime and commercial interests of, 218. Mininters, authorization of tlie, to make guar- .antee, 54. Sentiment in (1812), 252. State debt of, 190. Title of, to Northwestern hands, 166. Volunteers from, 22. Yirginia, seiznre of the, 302. Virginians, claims of, 235. Visiting cards, etiquette of, 133. Vives, Er.incisco Dionisio, letter from, 24T. Recall of, 33. Voltaire's legacy to King of Prussia, 107. Volunteers : Raising of (1813),78, Recommending acceptance of (1812), 51, 265. Vulnerable points, our, 313. W. "Walcheren, Isle of, expedition to the, 49. ■Walker (Colonel), 290. "Walpole's memoirs, 218, "Walter and Miller, letter from, 247. Wane, Daniel, letter from, 247. War (1812,) 25, 39. Causes of the, 80. Criticisms on conduct of the, 131. Declaration of, proposed (1812), 51 , 165, 262. Defiance to Great Britain if united, 93. Department : spondence with Genera] Jackeoir 370 War Department — Continnod. Monroe's course in the, i:{9. Wben Monroe fintered, 3'SJ. Monroe's report from the, 273. And Navy, changes in the, 291. War; England's motive for the, 250. InEni.i|..., ,,„, , M,.i„,Hl :i.lS. Miscoiidiii I .u.d .-.Li. ti ...s <.f the. Monroe's promintMRf in tho, 171 Notes bv Monro" on the, 333. Not a party, 161). Party (1807), 305. Popuh-\ritv of flip. 27. Prefer;il.I.-(lslli, sril. Prep Prostc Waring, M.i . i. Wnrlikcur n,i>,U -(. : Warner (cuu,i,K-i.,.„.,j;iM„„. u.g, 163. (Consul at Ji;iv,iiiaj, 202. Warner, John, 201. Letter from, 247. W.irren(Admira'l),27. NaT,al force of, 147. Pas.sport of, 79. Washington: Adherence to etiquette, 112. Causes of death, 195. Character. 209. (Comparison between, and Patrick Henry, 243. Correspondence, -with commanders .ind gov- ernors, 114. Declination (1796), for reelection, 37. Equistrian statue, 40. Hobby, unity of the nation, 229. Influence, 108. Influenced by Monroe's enemies, 236. Letters from, 248. Letters from, to Bishop Madison, 156. to, 333. Loss of public favor in, 195. Retirement, 236. Western country— Continued. Improvement in ihe. 32. Lands in the. 165. Laudable ardor of the (1812), 147. People: Balance of power to be held by, : Ptates, policy of the (1814), 123. Weit Florida, sloop, claim of owners id t West India, British, navigation in, 21S. Intercourse, 214. Questions, 221. We°.t Indies: Ma»«n.Tci., (17041 132. Pr.ilr. ;,..,, 1, ,.-,,, r..-e in, 97. Westpii.l.:! iv.ii. "1, .i. iiLiiid of. for Eliza Bona- Wlieat',''l.eaiil,-d',''from Tangiers, 198. Method of treading out. 231. And flour, prices of (1812), 116. Wheaton, Heurv. 207. Letter to, 334. from. 249. (Ministerto Denmark), 249,334. higs, aristocratic, 217. Whiskv rations, 40,41. Wbitbread. 52. Whitby (Captain), trial of, 46,98,271.283,316,339. AVhite, H. L.: Letters from, 249. Wi ngham, J., letti-i- from, 250. rforce, (Mr.), 200. political hypocrite, 93. Wilcocks, J. Smith, 203. Wilkinson, James (General), 6, 62. 202, 274. Charges against. 152. - • ■ • against, 194. Ofler of services bv (1882), 250. Suspicion.s of, 174.' Triid of, 224. IJn.iust conduct towards, by commi quiry, 250. Willet, Marinus, letter from, 250. William and Mary College, conduct of j '. 143. Williams, David R., letter from, his r^ 0. liams, John, and other Senators, let nf (1814), 25, 123, 150. Citizci>.s, .1,;,,.^-, I '20. prep:initioiisol, to capitulate (1814), 291, 330. Embarrassments in (1815), 117. Invasion of, (1814). 85. Menaced (1813), 263. Saved (1814) how it might have been, 291. Waterhouse, Benjamin (Dr.), 150, 260. Letters from, 248, 249. Retention of. 41. Waterloo, 154. Watson (Senator from New 'S'ork), 111. '\V:itson, John, k'tt.r from. 172. Watt, James (iiiviiilor of ,st,-:iiu engine), 130. Wayne, Anthouv (I ;on.v:il), 34. Webster, Daniel, 50, •22'J. Visit of, to Jeflerson, 119. Resolutions, the, (1813), 90. Weedon (the surgeon), 11. Weir, appointment of. 51. Wellington, Duke of, 75,211. Battles 215. Power, 22. Victory over Marmont. 147. Asks app.Hiii: . I' I iuar.-,hal, 251. Wirt. William, i:- ' Conference w itii 'J,.'. Letters from. 251, 2.^>2, 253,254. to, 60, 85, 334, 335. Reasons of, for favoring Madison's nomina- tion, •251. Views of (1806), 251. Wirt (Mrs), 334. Wolcott, Oliver (Secretary of the Treasury), 132. Letters from, 254. Women of the Revolution. {See Adams, Abi- gail. 5). ■Woodbridge, secretary of Mich gau Territory, 10. Woodculurs, arrest of, 253. Woodfc.rd (M:i.ior), 233. Woodward (Judge), 155. Woolley, Colonel, 30 Wooley (M;ijor), conduct of, iX, Lh Ja -07 371 ■Worthingto: ""— " 'ngton, Wright, Captain, apprehei Writing, iladissui's microscop Wythe, George (Chancellor), j Y. rai^->.. ..^.-SiX ,^,.;^.X ^<«i.% V,s^^ y^^: %... o V ..^ .••^^•. *-^„./ .•; ^m^^* 6!^''^.^. "yj|A^*' '^^'"'*-- '-^12^-° «.^^^^»>. '.^ r.0^>-^' ^M ^- • . ■ V -^ ° " " A- "v •O' . <- >^ .'^i^C'. c,'^^:r^. ¥V ^0-7•. .^^ ,^;cS;:'. "^ ■ ■ ^"•n*.. '." .^" .-.. : .^^''V. \ o V .0 -r-. v^ .^r^'. c^ >^,"r^Z- / :V»'. /. ^°-^. ^''^^; -^°- >.^' -.■i-^ ^^ A < C /, ^^.^ • .*" ^^ ' o t- . ''W? :^0 . ii-. -./ :M- \{ mi y: ^*' 0°' V-^" ,.^^%. A <\ *' /. >* .0 %/ #4-. ^-.^ ,*^' .-SE «■!.' ■', c°*.v;^- *- A *b r ."-^ GT. AUJUSTINE