To Alexander Hamilton from John Wilkes, 26 October 1803
From John Wilkes1
New-York, 26th October 1803
Sir,
I am desired to inform you, That Aa. Giles2 Note for One thousand Dollars endorsed by you was protested yesterday Evening for non-payment, and that the Holder looks to you for payment of it.
I am, Sir, Your most obedient Servant,
John Wilkes.
A. Hamilton Esqe
LS, Hamilton Papers, Library of Congress.
1. Wilkes was a notary public at 27 William Street in New York City.
2. Aquila Giles, a resident of Kings County, served in the New York Assembly from 1788 to 1793. From May, 1792, to March, 1801, he was United States marshal for the District of New York.