31To James Madison from James Madison, Sr., 20 December 1790 (Madison Papers)
Letter not found. 20 December 1790. Acknowledged in JM to Ambrose Madison, 2 Jan. 1791 . Reports the recent illness of JM’s mother, Nelly Madison. She has since recovered.
32To James Madison from Colin and James Ross, 5 June 1806 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
§ From Colin and James Ross. 5 June 1806, Fredericksburg. “We have received your favor of the 3rd. inst. & agreeable to your request shale [ sic ] charge you $35 and place it to the credit of Mr H Taylor of Kentucky.” RC ( DLC ). 1 p.
33To James Madison from James Breckinridge, 2 October 1827 [letter not found] (Madison Papers)
¶ From James Breckinridge. Letter not found. 2 October 1827, Fincastle. Cover ( DLC ) addressed to JM ; franked and postmarked at Fincastle, 2 Oct. [1827]; year not indicated; conjectural year assigned based on the draft of JM to John Hartwell Cocke, 19 Nov. 1827 , written on verso; docketed by JM as received 21 October.
34To James Madison from James Monroe, 9 March 1825 (Madison Papers)
Permit me to present to your acquaintance Mr Owen, who proposes to make a visit to you & Mr Jefferson. Of his character for benevolence & useful improv’ments I need say nothing to you. With sincere regard dear Sir yours RC ( DLC ).
35James Gibbon and Others to James Madison, 19 November 1829 (Madison Papers)
The pleasure of your Company is requested at a Dinner to our fellow Citizen James Barbour Esquire at the Eagle Hotel on the 21st. Inst at 4 Oclock PM. RC (DLC) . Docketed by JM.
36To James Madison from James Simpson, 24 November 1804 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
24 November 1804, Tangier. No. 87. Has “this day” drawn a bill on JM payable at thirty days’ sight to the order of William Jarvis for $1,000 for salary and requests that JM direct it to be paid. Encloses a “triplicate of No. 86 [26 Oct. 1804], since the date of which we have not had any occurrence in this Country worthy of your attention.” RC ( DNA : RG 59, CD , Tangier, vol. 2). 1 p.;...
37To James Madison from James Madison, Sr., 15 April 1794 (Madison Papers)
Letter not found. 15 April 1794. Acknowledged in JM’s letter to his father of 25 Apr. 1794 . Informs JM that his corn crop is deficient. Inquires about breeding two of JM’s mares. Describes a granary to be built at Montpelier. Comments on a piano to be bought in Philadelphia.
38James Carroll and Others to James Madison, 16 February 1834 (Madison Papers)
As a body united in the name of the Franklin Literary Society of Randolph Macon College for our mutual improvement and the promotion of literary knowledge—and considering honorary members highly accessary to the accomplishment of these ends, we have taken the liberty to elect you as an honorary member of the above named Society. We do assure you we shall feel ourselves highly honored by your...
39To James Madison from James Leander Cathcart, 31 December 1807 (Madison Papers)
I have this day taken the liberty to draw upon you in favor of Messrs: Ca thcart Foster & Shaw for dollars Seventy Nine twenty Cents for disbursements made by my or der for the relief of distressed Seamen, which y ou please to duly honour & have charged my Account until I forward the nec essary vouchers I have the h onour to continue with great respect Sir Your Obedt: servant DNA : RG...
40To James Madison from James T. Johnson, 20 March 1810 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
20 March 1810, Baltimore. Describes himself as an orphan placed under the guardianship of a “miserly ould uncle” who neglected his education and failed to curb his “idle propensityes.” The recent death of his uncle, however, has arrested his career of dissipation and rendered his future prospects “gloumy.” Requests appointment as a midshipman, as he desires to spend the rest of his days in the...
41To James Madison from James Burrill, Jr., and Gold S. Silliman, 10 November 1810 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
10 November 1810, Newport, Rhode Island. “In compliance with the request of a number of the gentlemen of the Bar of this State, we have the honor to transmit to you the enclosed resolutions.” RC and enclosure ( DNA : RG 59, LAR , 1809–17, filed under “Robbins”). RC 1 p. Enclosure (2 pp.) is a set of resolutions recommending Asher Robbins for the Supreme Court seat vacated by the death of...
42To James Madison from James Monroe, [22 August 1814] (Madison Papers)
The enemy are advanced six miles on the road to the wood Yard, and our troops retiring. Our troops were on the march to meet them, but in too small a body to engage. General W. proposes to retire, till he can collect them in a body. The enemy are in full march for Washington. Have the materials prepared to destroy the bridges. You had better remoove the records. Tr ( DNA : RG 233, Committee...
43To James Madison from James Deneale, 4 March 1807 (Madison Papers)
I am requested by several of the Magistrates of this County to mention to you that the Commission of the Peace which Issued in 1801. has expired, and that there are only three Gentlemen now in Commission for the whole County, neither of whom reside in the Country part of the County which circumstance they suppose has escaped the recollection of the President I have the Honor to be wh. respt....
44To James Madison from James Maury, 4 May 1808 (Madison Papers)
I had the honor of writing to you on the 25th. Ulto. By this mornings post I have information, which I consider correct that Mr. You ng e reached London the 2d instant. I present you a price current & have the honor to be with perfect respect. Your most obedient servant James Maury DNA : RG 59—CD—Consular Despatches, Liverpool.
45To James Madison from James Callaway, 12 March 1790 (Madison Papers)
As there is like to be business for some Person (in Our Destrict) under the fœderal Governmt. I am induced to solicet your Interest in my favr. if there should be a call for a man to Collect the excise or duties, in my County, or District, or to fill any Post of Profett. As you are not acquainted with me you may know by application to some of my County men. If security shoud. be Required I...
46To James Madison from James Main, 24 May 1808 (Madison Papers)
I have this day forwarded several letters to His Excellency the President, from P. Wilson LLD, S Mitchill LLD & other Gentlemen of respectability here, recommending me, as suitable to fill the office of Consul at Tunis. The purport of this sir, is to request you respectfully, to aid me as far as is consistent, to obtain the appointment, Which will confer a lasting obligation on, Sir Your most...
47To James Madison from James Maury, 20 August 1813 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
20 August 1813, Liverpool. “In october last I had the honor to inform you of the sale of Four hhds of your Tobaccoe [not found] at d4 ½, since which three more have been sold at d7½.” RC ( DLC ). 1 p.
48To James Madison from James Monroe, 2 February 1813 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
2 February 1813, War Department. Lists proposed promotions in the U.S. Army for JM’s approval. Letterbook copy ( DNA : RG 107, LSP ). JM forwarded the list of promotions in the Light Artillery Regiment, the First Light Dragoon Regiment, the Rifle Regiment, and the First through Seventh Infantry Regiments to the Senate in a message of 3 Feb. 1813 ( Senate Exec. Proceedings Journal of the...
49To James Madison from James Monroe, 15 October 1801 (Madison Papers)
Letter not found. 15 October 1801, Richmond. Calendared in the lists probably made by Peter Force (DLC, series 7, container 2) as a two-page letter “recommending sund[r]y persons” and concerning “a sword for the heir of Gen. Campbell to be presented by Virginia.” Acknowledged in JM to Monroe, 24 Oct. 1801 .
50James Shepherd to James Madison, 28 September 1835 (Madison Papers)
Mr James Madison 1834 To James Shepherd Dr June 14 To 13th Sole pr Mr Brockman 1/6 $325 " " 1 Side Red Leather Ao 16/6 2,75 July 12 " 2 tt Sole Leather oiled for 15 " 11 3/4 tt Harness ⅌ Ben —,50 15 " 11 3/4 tt Sole ⅌ Mr Brock 1/6 2,94 $ 9, 44 1835 Sept 28th Recd payt of Mr Sim Brockman by James V. Shepherd RC ( ViU ).
51To James Madison from James Maury, 25 August 1807 (Madison Papers)
It hath lately been notified that, after the 31st of October next, Vessels, being American property, but not the built of America or condemned as prize within the United States, sailing under Sea-letters, shall not be permitted to land cargoes in this C ountry: and I am farther informed, this determination will be invariably adhered to. I have the honor to be With perfect respect Your most ob...
52To James Madison from James Hillhouse, 14 June 1809 (Madison Papers)
Mr. Hillhouse will have the honor of dining with the President of the United States on Monday Next agreeably to his invitation. RC (owned by Charles M. Storey, Boston, Mass., 1961). Hillhouse was a Connecticut Federalist serving in the U.S. Senate.
53To James Madison from James Sullivan, 12 July 1807 (Madison Papers)
The best answer I can return to yours of the 22d. ulto. is the inclosed extract of our council’s Journals. One heart and one voice is here. I have the honour to remain with great respect and Attention your humble Servant DNA : RG 59—ML—Miscellaneous Letters.
54To James Madison from James Taylor, September 1803 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
September 1803 . Encloses an account for a hogshead of “Brazil Wine … shipped by order of [his] friend” Thomas Newton, Jr. “It was overlooked till this moment. I will thank you to remit” $177.13 “by a check from the cashier of the Branch Bank of Wash. on the Department here.” RC ( DLC ).
55To James Madison from James B. Church, 31 December 1808 (Madison Papers)
Annexed I hand you the usual annual Return, also a Statement of our Account Current. Both these Documents exhibit the Reduction of our Trade with the United States this Year. It is much to be wished that the Circumstances which have caused the present Cessation of Intercourse, may be Speedily removed. I have the Honour to be Sir Your mo: obedt. Servt. DNA : RG 59—CD—Consular Despatches, Cork.
56To James Madison from James Fenner, 13 June 1810 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
13 June 1810, Providence. Reports that Justice William Cushing will resign from the Supreme Court and suggests Barnabas Bidwell be nominated as his replacement. Bidwell’s appointment would “gratify our friends in New England, and afford no cause for censure to our Enemies.” RC ( DNA : RG 59, LAR , 1809–17, filed under “Bidwell”). 1 p. Fenner was the Republican governor of Rhode Island, 1807–11.
57To James Madison from James Parker, 21 June 1804 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
21 June 1804. “I was an Ireish Officer in good Circumstance who unfortunatley, Lost fifteen Hundred pounds on account of the Revolution; which has reduced me to the lowest Ebb; has a family and no Imployment, a Stranger from his owen Land & not a Sufficiency to keep soul and Body togeather; therfore Beg leave to Intrude on your Benevolence for sume assistance Mr. Smith Genl: Deabourn & Mr....
58To James Madison from James Taylor, 14 June 1801 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
14 June 1801, Campbell Courthouse, Kentucky. Requests information on land deed that he sent to city of Washington sometime in 1800 to be patented. Recommends Dr. John Sellman of Cincinnati, “a decided republican,” to be marshal for the Northwest Territory. RC ( DLC ). 3 pp.; docketed by JM.
59To James Madison from James S. Morsell, 5 June 1803 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
5 June 1803, Georgetown . Declines appointment as a commissioner of bankruptcy: “my professional duties will occupy so great a portion of my time as to render an attention to the execution of the trusts under that Commission impractacable.” RC ( DNA : RG 59, LRD ). 1 p.; docketed by Jefferson. James S. Morsell (1775–1870) was a Georgetown lawyer. JM appointed him to the circuit court of the...
60To James Madison from James Monroe, 13 September 1803 (Madison Papers)
Mr. Merry will have the pleasure to present you this, in whose favor an introduction from me is unnecessary. His official character will place him in such a relation with you as to honor him your polite attention.… The good disposition with which he goes out, towards our country, and the amiable character of himself & Lady, justify a belief that yourself & Mrs. Madison will find them an...