1To James Madison from Joseph Pitcairn, 21 August 1801 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
21 August 1801, Hamburg. Encloses list of American vessels in port between 1 Jan. and 30 June, which has been delayed to ascertain “the destination of the last commerce.” RC ( DNA : RG 59, CD , Hamburg, vol. 1). 1 p.; in a clerk’s hand, signed by Pitcairn; docketed by Wagner as received 27 Oct. Enclosure not found. A full transcription of this document has been added to the digital edition.
2To James Madison from Joseph Pitcairn, 11 May 1801 (Madison Papers)
Since I had this honor on the 11th. April—several Changes have taken place, which I hope you may not find it improper that I state to You. Prusia has desired the Danes to leave Hamburg, which they are preparing to do. The Navigation of the Elbe is become free to all flags (English not excepted) in consequence of the British allowing the Greenland Shipping of Holstein to depart with passports &...
3To James Madison from Joseph Pitcairn, 26 January 1802 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
26 January 1802, Hamburg. Wrote on 2 Dec. acknowledging receipt of JM’s 1 Aug. circular letter “together with those for the Consuls in this neighbourhood which have been forwarded to them.” Has written U.S. minister at Paris about accounts for 1802; encloses those for 1801. Has drawn on JM for $600.72 to cover expenses, which are heaviest during the winter. Also encloses list of U.S. ships...
4To James Madison from Joseph Pitcairn, 30 March 1802 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
30 March 1802, Hamburg. Has received laws of last session of Congress from the U.S. consul at London. Observes that the number of U.S. ships coming to Hamburg will decrease with the peace but Holland will be a readier market for ships trading north of France and England. “Some Connection it appears to me may yet be maintained, for the Sale of Maryland Tobaccos, Rice and New England Rum—the...
5To James Madison from Joseph Pitcairn, 12 June 1802 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
12 June 1802, Hamburg. “I have the honor to hand you enclosed a note from the Regency of Wertheim which explains that property lays there for the claim of heirs now in America. By a letter to Mr Randolph dated the 31 January 1795 from William Hendel Jur. at Tulpehoon, it seems he had discovered the family asked after—& since then nothing further has been done. The Regency desires that you will...
6To James Madison from Joseph Pitcairn, 11 May 1801 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
11 May 1801, Hamburg. Reports changes since his 11 Apr. letter . Prussia has asked Danish troops to leave Hamburg; navigation of the Elbe is now open to all following British actions. Russian intentions are still unclear; France and Great Britain are still seeking their support. Comments on importance of British landing in Egypt. Reports that U.S. vessels have drawn large freights in every...
7To James Madison from Joseph Pitcairn, 11 April 1801 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
11 April 1801, Hamburg. His last dispatch informed the State Department of his bills for clothing and other relief offered distressed American seamen, and he enclosed two copies of account and two lists of ships arrived from July to December 1800. Recounts politics of northern Europe. Great Britain was to be compelled by limiting its trade and losing Hanover to acknowledge principles of armed...
8To James Madison from Joseph Pitcairn, 12 June 1802 (Madison Papers)
I have the honor to hand you enclosed a note from the Regency of Wertheim which explains that property lays there for the claim of heirs now in America. By a letter to Mr Randolph dated the 31 January 1795 from William Hendel Jur. at Tulpehoon, it seems he had discovered the family asked after—Since then nothing further has been done. The Regency desires that you will have the enclosed...
9To James Madison from Joseph Pitcairn, 10 June 1801 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
10 June 1801, Hamburg. Summarizes his 11 May letter. Has learned that differences between Great Britain and Baltic powers will be settled amicably. British fleet under Nelson is still in Baltic and prevents junction of Swedish and Russian squadrons. Appearance of harmony between Prussia and Russia may be owing to improved relations between Austria and France. Suggests that Ludwig Cobenzl is in...
10To James Madison from Joseph Pitcairn, 1 September 1802 (Madison Papers)
With this I have the honor to inclose you the list of American Vessels which have arrived here from 1 January to the last of June, but you will observe that none came in here the first month of the Year. In a few days I shall make up the accounts of moneys paid distressed or sick saylors and send it to our Minister at Paris according to the directions of your Letter dated 1. Augt. 1802. My...