1From Alexander Hamilton to Sylvanus Bourne, [22 November 1789] (Hamilton Papers)
Your letter of November 1st duly came to hand as did your two former letters; though from the peculiarily of my situation, at one time, & my hurry at another, they were not acknowleged. I did however, as Mr. Ames communicated to you, inform him, that nothing then was in my power. The same is the case now; and the rules I prescribe myself with regard to the future will only permit me to assure...
2From Alexander Hamilton to Sylvanus Bourne, 10 May 1792 (Hamilton Papers)
[ Philadelphia, May 10, 1792. On May 24, 1792, Bourne wrote to Hamilton : “I had the honour to receive your favr of the 10th Inst.” Letter not found. ]
3From Alexander Hamilton to Sylvanus Bourne, 10 May 1792 (Hamilton Papers)
You will have heared of the issue of a certain appointment, which was desired by you. An alteration which has been made in the Treasury Department will lead to the appointment of an additional number of Clerks. If nothing better offers itself to you & an appointment of this Nature can be a temporary accommodation, it is at your service. A corresponding Clerk. The present emolument can only be...