1To James Madison from Augustus Woodward, 31 January 1807 (Madison Papers)
The subject of the donations having been, through some discontented characters here, transferred to the press, I have enclosed what will serve as an explanation of it at the seat of government, and will shew that the source and object of the clamor do not merit serious attention, and that some little firmness is necessary in a government here, or otherwise the laws could not be supported. DNA...
2To James Madison from Augustus Woodward, 31 January 1807 (Madison Papers)
I have the honor now to transmit to the Secretary of State the map which I promised to procure of, his Britannic Majesty’s province of Upper Canada, accompanied by a small pamphlet of statistical information. I made enquiries for it immediately on my return to this country, but having been confined to this side of the river by unceasing public business I did not succeed until yesterday in...
3To James Madison from Augustus Woodward, 14 March 1807 (Madison Papers)
The late mails have apprized the Governor, whether truly or not I am n ot able to say, that his character, and pe rhaps that of other members of this g overnment, had been traduced at the s eat of government, by the Secretary; a nd by the mail of Wednesday two p ublications in the Aurora, entitled "On the evils which have proved fatal to re publics”, have reached us. As far as the measures there
4To James Madison from Augustus Woodward, 21 March 1807 (Madison Papers)
The last litigated question relative to titles here was decided yesterday. I have the pleasure to add that the form of our report is the only thing of consequence now engaging our attention. I have the honor to be Sir, respectfully your obedient servant, DNA : RG 59—Territorial Papers—TP, Michigan.
5To James Madison from Augustus Woodward, 1 January 1808 (Madison Papers)
I have this day seen number sixteen of the Essays on the Evils which have proved fatal to republics, published in Pittsburgh. I repeat an assurance heretofore given, and I believe with unqualified latitude, that I have no knowledge of, and no personal concern, even to the smalles. extent, in any species of speculation whatsoever, in this Territory, or elsewhere. It may for a moment be supposed...
6To James Madison from Augustus Woodward, 23 January 1808 (Madison Papers)
I have the honor to transmit to the Secretary of State the enclosed papers, without any comment. Permit me to subscribe myself Sir, with the highest respect, your obedient servant, DNA : RG 59—Territorial Papers—TP, Michigan.
7To James Madison from Augustus Woodward, 8 March 1808 (Madison Papers)
Three circumstances that may not be entirely unimportant, two of which have a tendency to shew the views of Bonaparté relative to our country, and the other may hereafter confirm them, have lately come to my knowledge. They arrive through a channel from which, at first view, they would be little expected; that is the Indians of this quarter, and other parts of the country. The first relates to...
8To James Madison from Augustus Woodward, 17 March 1808 (Madison Papers)
I have doubted whether I ought, or ought not, to transmit the enclosed Bill to the Secretary of State. I have at length concluded that no improper consequences could possibly result, and that his enlightened mind will appreciate what, if any thing, would be useful, and pass over that that might not be so. I have always thought that the protection afforded by independent states to real...
9To James Madison from Augustus Woodward, 7 May 1808 (Madison Papers)
Finding the conduct of the party, in the recent application for an habeas corpus, to be extremely reprehensible; I deemed it more reasonable to require his attendance here. If the least curiosity should exist as to his case the enclosed papers will elucidate it. I have the honor, Sir, to enclose copies of a letter to me from Genl. Hull, and of my reply; and have the happiness to be, Sir with...