1To James Madison from James H. Boyle, 16 April 1813 (Madison Papers)
The late appointments and promotions made in the 2nd. and 3rd. Regiments of Artillery are viewed and felt, with feelings of the most lively kind—so much so, that a remonstrance has been sent on, to the Honle. Secretary of War, signed by Col. Macomb and every officer here present of his regiment, complaining of the injustice done them—of promoting citizens and officers of other Regiments over...
2To James Madison from Andrew Moore, 16 April 1813 (Madison Papers)
A Lieutenant, Boatswain, and Midshipman, British prisoners sent from Norfolk arrived this day, I have paroled them, to Major Tinsleys, forty five miles from this place; Fifty seven Sailors are on their way here, I have applied to the Jailor, and also the keeper of the Penitentiary, neither can receive them, I cant find any other place in which they can be secured unless I lease a house, the...
3To James Madison from Anthony Morris, 16 April 1813 (Madison Papers)
My Son brought Me this Evening from Philada your favor of the 14th. Inst. I have no hesitation in accepting with Sensations of particular Esteem & Gratitude the appointment it alludes to, and shall be happy to learn your wishes and the duties it will impose as early as shall be consistent with your convenience, whether my attendance at Washington preparatory to my departure will be most...
4Thomas Jefferson to Patrick Gibson, 16 April 1813 (Jefferson Papers)
The enemy, contrary to expectations, still continuing in our waters and indicating by no movement an intention of speedy departure, with the rapid advance of the season, begin to fill me with anxiety as to the fate of my crop of flour. and I am becoming more concerned to get some price, than what that price shall be, on the principle that half a loaf is better than no bread. engagements...