19471To James Madison from Josef Yznardy, 27 October 1803 (Madison Papers)
Notwithstanding that, since my arrival from Madrid, I generally keep at my Country Seat on account of my bad State of health; immediately on advice of having arrived to this Bay the United State Vessels Constution Commodore Edwd. Preble, & Schooner Enterprize Capt. Isaac Hull; I cam over without loss of time to assist them with every thing they might be in want of; which is Sea Stores &...
19472To James Madison from Josef Yznardy, 9 May 1806 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
§ From Josef Yznardy. 9 May 1806, Cádiz. “I had the honor of addressing you on the 23d. ultimo [not found]. I now take the liberty of inclosing you Copies of Letters [not found] written in consequence of Capt. Campbell having appointed R. W. Meade as Naval Agent at this Port. “Conscious as I am that I have upon every occation served the United States of America, and every Citizen to the utmost...
19473To James Madison from Josef Yznardy, 1 June 1801 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
1 June 1801, Philadelphia. Expresses his continuing interest in the Cádiz consulate despite his distance from it and, devoted to duty, communicates his ideas on the following subject. Apologizes for expressing himself in Spanish but does so better in that language and knows that Wagner will translate it well. Has learned from public information how the despotic Barbarian powers have behaved...
19474To James Madison from Josef Yznardy, 3 November 1803 (Madison Papers)
Letter not found. 3 November 1803. Described in Yznardy to JM, 15 July 1804 (DNA: RG 59, CD, Cádiz, vol. 1), as reporting the steps taken by Yznardy to obtain justice for Thomas Wood, who was imprisoned at Sanlúcar.
19475To James Madison from Josef Yznardy, 10 September 1802 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
10 September 1802, Cadiz. Transmits a copy of his letter to JM of 23 Aug. and a packet from Charles Pinckney; encloses a list of arrivals at Cadiz from 1 July 1800 to 30 June 1802 [not found] and a copy of circular from John Gavino. Advises JM of “the rumour spread about here of the Algerins having, or being on the point of declaring War against Great Britain.” RC and enclosure ( DNA : RG 59,...
19476To James Madison from Josef Yznardy, 12 October 1802 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
12 October 1802, Cadiz. “The foregoing are Duplicates of what I had the honour of addressing you via Norfolk.” Forwards a packet “received this day” from Willis at Barcelona. RC and enclosures ( DNA : RG 59, CD , Cádiz, vol. 1). RC 1 p.; in a clerk’s hand, signed by Yznardy. RC written at the foot of the enclosures (3 pp.), which are copies of correspondence sent with Yznardy’s 5 Oct. 1802...
19477To James Madison from Josef Yznardy, 27 June 1806 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
§ From Josef Yznardy. 27 June 1806, Cádiz. “I had the honor of addressing you on the 10th. instant, and being still deprived of your valued instructions respecting the various points on which I have represented to you Sir, the object of the present will be to advise you that a Russian Embassador is on his way to Paris mission unknown, that the Swedish Consuls in Spain and Vessels in the Ports...
19478To James Madison from Josef Yznardy, 10 August 1802 (Madison Papers)
I have the honor & pleasure to acquaint you of my safe arrival at this Place; and thinking to proceed to Madrid when I shall restablish my self of my health; I cannot untill my return give you information of some small neglects in this Office respecting Lists of arrivals of Vessels and other formalities, in consequence of my absence; not doubting and on w hich you may rely that for said period...
19479To James Madison from Josef Yznardy, 16 March 1802 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
16 March 1802, Philadelphia. Having left Baltimore because of the precarious state of his health, has received at Philadelphia JM’s letter [not found] returning his consular bond because it was not signed in the presence of witnesses; regrets the omission and will send his son to take care of it. The enclosed letter exposes the fraud perpetrated by Captain Nelson in Cadiz. Notes that Juan...
19480To James Madison from Josef Yznardy, 28 March 1804 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
28 March 1804, Cádiz. Wrote on 26 Mar. Now encloses a copy of a letter from Pinckney announcing that the quarantine on U.S. ships has been reduced to fifteen days for ships from Philadelphia, Baltimore, and New York and to ten days for ships from other U.S. ports. Also encloses a copy of a letter “just receiv’d” from Levett Harris regarding the officers of the Philadelphia ; the letter that...
19481To James Madison from Josef Yznardy, 16 March 1808 (Madison Papers)
I make bold to take up your time, requesting your Kind atten tion to what follows. Notwithstanding that I have the honor of your personal acquaint ance, be ing certain, that the legality of my proceedings are well Known to you; nevertheless I am of fear that owing to so many complaints against me, they might operate and my ity suffer. Being compleatly satisfied of the zeal and just Spirit of...
19482To James Madison from Josef Yznardy, 13 September 1802 (Madison Papers)
Referring to my last Respects ⅌ this opportunity, and having since learn’d from John Hunter Esqr. Consul General to his Britannick Majesty at Madrid just arrived from Lisbon that the Portugues Government have determin’d to deny entrance to all American Produce in that Kingdom, I think it my duty to communicate it to you let it be true or not the report. With due respect & veneration, I have...
19483To James Madison from Josef Yznardy, 31 January 1805 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
31 January 1805. “The anteceding is Copy of what I had the honour of addressing you on the 5th. instant; Notwithstanding the Official Letter directed by the English Admiral to this Governor: Neutral Vessels enter this Port with Cargos. “A Flag of Truce has been sent off by the Neutral Consuls to Admiral Ord; no answer as yet, if it should come before the Vessel bearer of this Sails I will...
19484To James Madison from Josef Yznardy, 10 June 1807 (Madison Papers)
Continuing without Letters & instructions from you, the object of the present will be to enclose the Bond of responsibility of my managements which is signed, although I should consider it of no use for three powerfull reasons. First, having giv en innumerable proofs of my integrity, Zeal, maturity and honorable proceedings for the space of thi rteen Years that the office is under my care,...
19485To James Madison from Josef Yznardy, 2 June 1806 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
§ From Josef Yznardy. 2 June 1806, Cádiz. “Craving your kind attention to what I had the honor of addressing you ⅌ duplicate on the 23d. April and 9th. ultimo; the object of the present will be to inform you that the most part of the U, S, forces are arrived at Gibraltar & Algeziras; and that Nine french & Spanish Ships of the line droped down to the Bay last week quite ready and compleat....
19486To James Madison from Josef Yznardy, 1 June 1801 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
1 June 1801, Philadelphia. Recommends that America join with Spain and several other European powers to maintain peace. Suggests that the contribution of an armed vessel by the U.S. to an international patrol would safeguard commerce in Mediterranean. RC ( DNA : RG 59, CD , Cádiz, vol. 1). 1 p.; in Spanish. Incomplete; preceding page or pages not found.
19487To James Madison from Josef Yznardy, 14 August 1802 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
14 August 1802, Cadiz. Reports that since his last letters of 10 and 13 Aug. , he has received a packet from John Gavino for JM, “which I dont loose a moment in forwarding you, as likewise Copy of the answer from Commodore Morris which you will find herewith.” RC and enclosure ( DNA : RG 59, CD , Cadiz, vol. 1). RC 1 p.; in a clerk’s hand, signed by Yznardy. Docketed by Brent as received 25...
19488To James Madison from Josef Yznardy, 17 May 1804 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
17 May 1804, Cadiz. “I had the honour of writing you the 28th. March whereof I inclose you a Copy. “I have now that of transmitting you Copy of a letter just received from John Leonard Consul at Barcelona concerning the report at Marseilles that the Bey of Tunis had declared War to the U, S, of America; should said event be unfortunately confirmed, I will do myself the pleasure of informing...
19489To James Madison from Josef Yznardy, 15 December 1807 (Madison Papers)
The Vessel being under way only allows me time to annex you copies of Letters received this day from our Consul at Barcelona, which contains the disa greable news of the Algerines having begun their tricks towards our flag; and to assure you of the esteem and veneration with which I remain, Respected Sir, Your most obedt. & most hble Servt. DNA : RG 59—CD—Consular Despatches, Cadiz.
19490To James Madison from Josef Yznardy, 8 August 1807 (Madison Papers)
Notwithstanding being well aware that when our Chiefs are Silent, and they do not reprimand with unfounded complaints, it is a true and tacit sign that they approve our Conduct, and do not give hearings to false malicious representations and publications; therefore I hope and expect Sir that you will disimulate the franchise with which I expressed myself in my Letter of the 10th. June last;...
19491To James Madison from Josef Yznardy, 13 September 1802 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
13 September 1802, Cadiz. Has heard from the British consul general at Madrid, John Hunter, newly arrived from Lisbon, “that the Portugues Government have determin’d to deny entrance to all American Produce in that Kingdom.” RC ( DNA : RG 59, CD , Cadiz, vol. 1). 1 p.; in a clerk’s hand, signed by Yznardy. Docketed by Wagner as received 26 Nov. A full transcription of this document has been...
19492To James Madison from Josef Yznardy, 3 February 1808 (Madison Papers)
I have the honor to enclose you Copies of my Official letter, to this Capn. General of the Navy & of his answer thereto, in consequence of th e American Brig Mary Capt. Thomas Hunt being visited by a British Pr ivateer on her voyage from Philadelphia to this Port; which agreable to His Catholic Majesty’s Decree of the 8th. ultimo (the Gazette containing the same I remitted P the Brig Peggy...
19493To James Madison from Josef Yznardy, 20 December 1804 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
20 December 1804, Cádiz. “I had the honour of addressing you on the 3d. instant ⅌ Duplicate to which refer; we have been ever since in a State of Suspence and even with some hopes of a reconciliation, notwithstanding the behaviour of the English towards the Spanish Flag; but on this day all our hopes have been frustrated as the inclosed Madrid Gazette will inform you. “The loss sustained by...
19494To James Madison from Josef Yznardy, 9 July 1808 (Madison Papers)
On the other side please find Duplicate of what I had the honor to write you on the dates and conformable to my offer enclosed I remit you Publications &ca. since said date, which will give you a competent Knowledge of the Circums tances in which this Country is in. The 3d. and 4th. inst. about four thousand English troops have landed at Port to refresh untill the Convoy expected from England...
19495To James Madison from Josef Yznardy, 18 January 1808 (Madison Papers)
Not doubting but Mr. George W. Erving at Madrid, Keeps you duly ad vised of every occurence there pr the Packets he forwards me for you Sir, and which I c arefully deliver to Captains bound to them States, I will not trouble you with repetition. I have been duly honored with the Book of Acts passed at the sec ond session of the 9th. Congress, which you have been so Kind to forward me. Please...
19496To James Madison from Josef Yznardy, 26 August 1804 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
26 August 1804, Cádiz. “Under date of the 18th. June last Mr. Jasper Moylan my Lawyer at Philadelphia advises me of the Suit that Capt. Josef Israel so unjustly begun against me, was given in my favour after immense expence, which I hope in the rectitude of that Government & agreable to the promise of Mr. Lincolm [ sic ] your predecessor will be made good to me. “This Government has made a...
19497To James Madison from Josef Yznardy, 20 July 1814 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
§ From Josef Yznardy. 20 July 1814, Cádiz. “The silence which I have experienced from Government has been very long, the last official letters I received from the Secretary of State was dated April 1809 & was answered by me on 7th. February 1810, at the moment of my leaving this City for San Lucar on business, with a view to return to this City to continue my obligations, but unfortunately I...
19498To James Madison from Josef Yznardy, 12 July 1805 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
§ From Josef Yznardy. 12 July 1805, Madrid. Came to this court on several matters both private and official when Monroe was here, continuing in his true desires of avoiding [causes of] dissatisfaction, and knowing himself with some power for persuasion in whatever way might be useful, he arrived when negotiations were broken off, with profound regret at having been unable to serve as he had...
19499To James Madison from Josef Yznardy, 24 August 1802 (Madison Papers)
I have the pleasure of handing you Duplicates of what I had the honor to address you since my arrival, & which gives you a ll information of every occurence happen’d here since that period. Now I have the honor of handing you a Dispatch receiv’d fr om Mr. James Simpson the American Consul at Tangiers, the sa me advised you on the 21. inst. having deliver’d Capt. Crowell, who did not Sail as...
19500To James Madison from Josef Yznardy, 20 February 1808 (Madison Papers)
On the other side please find Duplicate of what I had the honor to ad dress you on the 13th. instant pr the Ship Manchester Capt. Reynolds, bound to Philadelphia; since when I have received from the Capn. General of this Department an official Letter, of which and of my answer thereto, I have the pleasure to enclose you Copies; not doubting in the least that the contents of my answer will...