1To John Adams from Daniel McCormick, 2 November 1797 (Adams Papers)
This day I received a letter from Mr. Pitcairn dated at Paris the 24th of August which contains some political information. I therefore take the liberty to enclose you an abstract of his letter. And am with the Greatest Respect / Sir / Your Most Obedt. Servant The Commissioners will be at least decently received and have their reasoning examined and replied to— The Minister is polite and...
2To John Adams from Daniel McCormick, 4 December 1797 (Adams Papers)
Hopeing you will excuse my zeal to serve a Relation, who I flatter myself, will always proove worthy of every confidence reposed on him. I take the liberty to mention Mr. Pitcairn once more for your notice It has been sugested to me that there is a probability of remooveing Mr. Williams from Hamburgh to replace Mr. Johnston at London. should this be the case and there be a Vacancy for...