1To George Washington from William Allen, 10 June 1790 (Washington Papers)
The Convention of this State having Ratified the new Constitution by which happy event the Union of the whole is Compleated; and as it is more than Probable that the Laws of the Union will Speedily embrace this State in common with the rest, I beg Leave Sir, with the greatest deference to Present my Self to your Excellency as a Candidate for the Office of Surveyor of the Customs at this Port....
2To John Adams from William Allen, 12 March 1800 (Adams Papers)
I observe the Bill for Establishing a general Stamp Office at the Seat of Government has Passed the Hon. House of Representatives— Notwithstanding the high responsibility necessarily attached to that Office, I have from a Critical review of my past conduct in Life, Joined to the rectitude of my intentions for the future, thought fit to offer my self as a Candidate to Conduct the Stamp...
3From William Allen to Abigail Smith Adams, 15 July 1813 (Adams Papers)
I have received your letter of the 11th, with the enclosed sermons, & communication of your late brother in law, Judge Cranch,—& for your condescension in writing to me & in imparting information so acceptable I beg leave to return you my most cordial thanks.—The facts, which you have communicated, will contribute to improve the second edition of a work, compiled almost entirely without...
4To Thomas Jefferson from William Allen, 10 December 1824 (Jefferson Papers)
It is my desire & petition To obtain a Professorship in Charlottesville University. I should prefer the ethical department. William W Allen, an alumnus of Harward University. CSmH : Jefferson File.
5William Allen to James Madison, 3 August 1830 (Madison Papers)
I have yours of the 31st. Ulto. with the receipts of Mr. Harrow. Mr. H. is expected in town in a few days when I will request him to examine more thoroughly into his Accounts than his agent can do & advise you of the result. It will give me pleasure at all times to render you any services in my power. With much respect, I am Your Most Obt. St RC ( PPPrHi ).
6William Allen to James Madison, 23 September 1830 (Madison Papers)
By Aleck who left here yesterday I have sent One half Ton Plaister 2te. best Tea 3 Cakes White Wase & 1 3/8 yds. Superfine Black Cloth & Trimmings And by John who left here this morning I have sent One half ton Plaister 1 Bottle Maccouba Snuff & 1 po. domestic at 10 cents ⅌ yard All of which will I am in hopes reach you in safety. The price of Flour being rather down I have thought it best to...
7William Allen to James Madison, 20 November 1830 (Madison Papers)
Alleck left here this evening & takes with him 6 loaves best quality Sugar 10 gals. ... " ... Cognac Brandy 10 " ... Lisbon Wine 10 ..." ... Malmsey Malaga Wine 4 bottles Salad Oil 1 Vial Cayenne Pepper 1 Pound Bottle Mustard 1 Box Spermacetti Candles 1 gal. Pickled Oysters 1 Canister Gunpowder Tea 2d. quality 1 Bottle Lemon Sirup 1 Bottle Martinique Mans. Snuff 1 doz. Lemons &c 1 Bundle...
8William Allen to James Madison, 27 November 1830 (Madison Papers)
By Alleck who left here this day I send 1 Barrel & One half Barrel, best quality bro. Sugar 5 loaves Common loaf Sugar 90 th. Coffee 1 half barrel Buckwheat Meal 1 pair gum elastic Ovrshoes & 2 Bushels Oysters I have also furnished Alleck at his request with fifty cents for the purpose of shoeing his horses which he said was absolutely necessary for him to have done I am Very respectfully Your...
9William Allen to James Madison, 4 December 1830 (Madison Papers)
I have sent up by Alleck this morning, 6 Sacks Salt 1 Barrel Whiskey & 2 papers Ink Powder and also a bundle left with me some days ago by Mr. William F. Gray. Very respectfully RC ( PPPrHi ).
10William Allen to James Madison, 19 January 1831 (Madison Papers)
As requested in yours of the 14th. I shall exercise the best judgment in my power in the sale of your Flour now on hand as well as that to be delivered, and when sold advise you. The quantity now on hand is One hundred & fifty one barrels Superfine; the four loads first brought down (56 barrels) having been sold from the Waggons when delivered. The balance according to my books is at present 5...
11William Allen to James Madison, 15 March 1831 (Madison Papers)
I send by Alleck who left here this morning 1 half ton Plaister 1 doz. Claret [ ] Bees Wax 20. lb Green Coffee 4 Loaves lump sugar 2 Stew Pans. 1 Bar. Philad. Porter 10 [ ]. Tallow 1 doz Lemons 2 half [ ]. Bottles Mustard 2 Britania Met. Teapots Which I am in hopes will reach you safely. I shall endeavour to do the best with your Flour as directed. Flour has become dull & the price somewhat...
12William Allen to James Madison, 29 March 1831 (Madison Papers)
The Gentleman who told me he expected Ale in half Barrels has di[sa]ppointed me, it has been received in Hhds, which he means to bottle & sell by the Dozen. Should you wish it I will procure a half Barrel from New York or purchase a few dozen here as may be most desirable, please advise me Ever Very respectfully RC ( PPPrHi ).
13William Allen to James Madison, 28 June 1831 (Madison Papers)
I have delay’d replying to Mr Payne’s letter of the 22d. requesting me to inform you how much Flour then was onhand for a Week, under the daily expectation of procuring a Waggon to take up the Bacon & Whiskey ordered, but have been unable to get one. The quantity of Flour on hand is 27[ ] Barrels Superfine at your credit & thirty one barrels at the credit of M. Payne. With regard to the...
14William Allen to James Madison, 21 July 1832 (Madison Papers)
The mails of yesterday brought me yours of the 19th. and a letter from Colo. Peyton enclosing a check for One hundred & twenty two dollars & three cents, which sum is at your credit, & will leave a balance in your favour on my books of $129 6/100 when your draft in favour of Mr Ballard has been paid. I am Very respectfy RC (PPPrHi) .
15William Allen to James Madison, 15 November 1833 (Madison Papers)
I have yours of the 13th. & enclose herein a Blank note as requested. I am much pleased to learn that the Calves arrived safely & are likely to do well. I hope that they will be the means of adding much to the value of your stock I am very respectfully RC (ViU) .
16William Allen to James Madison, 9 September 1835 (Madison Papers)
I have received yours of the 8th. with a draft on Peyton & Dennis, for the sum of $174 55/100 which has been disposed of as directed. I am Very respy Your Obt. St RC ( PPPrHi ).