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To James Madison from Theodorus Bailey, 12 August 1806 (Abstract)

From Theodorus Bailey, 12 August 1806 (Abstract)

§ From Theodorus Bailey. 12 August 1806, New York. “I am informed by a particular and respectable Friend, that an application is about to be prefered to the Department of State of the United States, for the appointment of Richard S. Hackley Esq, a Merchant of this City, to the office of Commercial Agent at some port in France or Spain. My acquaintance with this Gentleman is recent; but as far as it has extended, is much in his favor: his Conversation, manners and address distinguish him as a well bred man; and I should suppose would peculiarly fit him for the place in question: His reputation among our merchants stands fair, as well on the score of talents, as for integrity and application: On these grounds I do not hesitate to unite in recommending him for the appointment he wishes; in full confidence that he will acquit himself in the discharge of the Consular functions with reputation to himself, and to the satisfaction of the Government.”

RC (DNA: RG 59, LAR, 1801–9, filed under “Hackley”). 1 p.

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