1To James Madison from Reuben Burnley, 17 August 1803 (Madison Papers)
I wrote you by last post, but least it should by accident miscarry, I take the liberty by Mr Clarke of again addressing. I then informed you of my intention of embarking for Europe in about 10 days from that time, and requested the favour of your forwarding to me such document as will prove me to be a Citizen born within the United States; provided it comes properly from your department. I...