1From James Madison to John Morton, 7 April 1802 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
7 April 1802, Department of State. “The bearer Robert Reed Esqr. of Charleston South Carolina, has business of importance which calls him to the Havanna. Your successor Mr. Young, not being likely to be there so soon as Mr. Reed, I recommend him to your patronage. He is represented to me as a very respectable citizen, and as such, I wish him to be placed in the view of those in authority, to...
2From James Madison to John Morton, 11 May 1802 (Madison Papers)
A petition has been addressed to the President by Charles Drew, representing that he sailed from Norfolk in Virginia in July last, for porto rico, where he purchased a Brig and proceeded to the Havanna; that he sailed thence for Philadelphia, but his vessel being upset, he and his crew were thrown back to the Havanna; That he again shipped himself at that place for Philadelphia, as master of...
3To James Madison from John Morton, 4 June 1801 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
4 June 1801, Georgetown. Explains reasons for his consent to diversionary trip the U.S. vessel Warren took from Havana to Veracruz. Its replacement ship for Cuban duty, Ganges , was en route to the station. No French vessels had been seen off Cuban coast for several months, nor were they expected. It was common knowledge in Havana that a considerable amount of American property was detained at...
4To James Madison from John Morton, 21 October 1801 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
21 October 1801, Philadelphia. Explains that the illness and subsequent death of his friend and relative Dr. David Jackson have prolonged his stay in U.S. Is now preparing to return to Havana but “as the period which was contemplated for my accommodation in this respect may perhaps be considered as elapsed,” will resign consular position if president desires. Requests immediate reply as ship...
5To James Madison from John Morton, 11 May 1808 (Madison Papers)
Having been informed, this morning, by Persons whom I consider to be respectable, of a Report in Circulation that the Executive of the UStates have concluded to send a Vessel out to the Brazils, I take the Liberty of offering, in the Case of any Agent, or Messenger, being established in, or sent to, that quarter to offer my services to the Government in Either of those Capacities. My long...
6To James Madison from John Morton, 11 December 1801 (Madison Papers)
I take the liberty of embracing the op portunity offered, thro the return of my Brother Mr. Geo. C. Morton to the United States, to inform you of my arrival in this Island; and of such other matters as may at this time be proper to notice. In my re-appearance before His Excell. the Governor I had the satisfaction to receive the same recognition in my official capacity, as formerly; accompanied...
7To James Madison from John Morton, 24 May 1802 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
24 May 1802, Havana. Notes that he last wrote on 17 Mar. “Shortly after that date I repaired to the Baths of St. Diego, in the interior of this island, for the benefit of my health; leaving the business of the Department in the charge of Mr. Vincent Gray, an American Gentleman who has been a considerable time employed therein.” Nothing of moment occurred in his absence, except for the brief...
8To James Madison from John Morton (Abstract), 17 April 1805 (Madison Papers)
17 April 1805, Havana . “I have this Day taken the Liberty to address to you a Letter [not found], in your Official Capacity, in Consequence of Information I received from my friend Mr. Gray, that Mr. Rob. Young had resigned his appointment as Consul to this island. “In thus offering myself once more to the notice of the President in a public manner, I have been guided by motives and by...
9To James Madison from John Morton, 12 December 1801 (Madison Papers)
Under date of yesterday I have addressed you on the situation of Affairs in this quarter. And altho’ the communication was necessarily dr awn to considerable length, I trust that the im p ortance of the subjects will compensate for the time they may engage your attention. Possessing the same disposition that I have ever had, for promoting by every means in my power a good understanding between...
10To James Madison from John Morton, 9 January 1802 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
9 January 1802, Havana. Has little to add to his last letters but that a considerable number of American vessels have arrived, none of which has been permitted to enter or unload cargo. Encloses a published order regarding residence of foreigners, which he believes from communications with the governor will not be enforced. Like the order closing ports to American ships, it is intended for the...