To James Madison from William Charles Coles Claiborne, 8 January 1809
New-Orleans, Jany. 8th. 1809.
Sir,
The enclosure (No. 1) is a copy of a letter to me from Judge Carr of Nachitoches, and furnishes the latest information concerning the fugitive Slaves: The enclosure (No. 2) is a Copy of my answer. I have the honor to be, Sir, with great respect, yo: hble Servt.,
William C. C. Claiborne
DNA: RG 59-TP-Territorial Papers, Orleans.