901From George Washington to James McAlpin, 10 February 1799 (Washington Papers)
Having requested in a former letter, that you would make me a uniform suit of Cloaths by such directions as the Secretary of War would give; of such kinds of Cloth as I mentioned to you in that letter; and moreover, that they might be with me by the 22d of the present month; I hope my desire in all these particulars will be complied with. If Mr Washington, one of the Judges, has not left...
902From Thomas Jefferson to Volney, 5 July 1797 (Jefferson Papers)
I am really uneasy at your stay here, during the heats of the present season, and in your weak state. You mentioned that you were detained by business. Perhaps it may be some retardation of funds, or some other matter in which I can be serviceable to you. I am rarely rich in money, but probably can command such sums as might accomodate wants as moderate as yours. Be it this, or be it any thing...
903John Adams to Abigail Adams, 30 October 1799 (Adams Papers)
I have yours of 26 by Brisler and that of the 28 th. this Morning. Thomas is in Phyladelphia and Brisler with his Family are going off this morning in the Stage. He will write me this Evening or tomorrow.— I expect to hear from you when and where you intend to Set out, and where you intend to be.— The offices of Treasury & State are gone to Phyladelphia. War, Navy & Law remain here, for...
904From Thomas Jefferson to Tadeusz Kosciuszko, 21 February 1799 (Jefferson Papers)
Your two letters by mr Gerry came to my hands not till Dec. 25. mr Gerry, who arrived in September, delivered them to a person to bring to this place and here they were kept till I should arrive here which was expected to be the 1st. of December at the meeting of Congress; but I did not come till the 25th. of December. about 10. days after, I recieved a third letter from you, without a date, &...
905To John Adams from Edward Pope, 24 September 1798 (Adams Papers)
Doct. Samuel West, jr: being desirous of entering into the Military service of his Country as a Surgeon, has procured letters from three of the most respectable Physicians, in this quarter, certifying their opinion of his abilities—In which I heartily concur.—Those letters will accompany this, from / Your Excellency’s most obedient, / and very humble Servant, MWA : West Family Papers.
906[Diary entry: 2 June 1798] (Washington Papers)
2. Morning clear & warm—With but little wind. Mer. 62—at Night 70. Mr. Law & a Polish Gentleman, the Companion of General Kosciaski came here to dinner, as did Miss Lee of Greenspring with Nelly Custis who returnd to day. a polish gentleman : See entry for 19 May 1798 . Neimcewicz made a full report of his Mount Vernon visit in his journal, including a detailed description of the Mansion...
907From George Washington to William Roberts, 17 June 1799 (Washington Papers)
I have caused some enquiries to be made, lately, respecting your present situation, & conduct; and am sorry to learn that the first is not eligable; and that the latter is far from being such as one would have hoped that experience, reflection, & I might add misfortunes, would have produced. Had these enabled you to overcome a practice which has involved you in the most heartfelt distress, and...
908From Alexander Hamilton to William S. Smith, 25 February 1800 (Hamilton Papers)
I have received Your two letters of the twentieth instant have been received. Neither remarks on the price of the wood contracted for I had not the smallest intention of finding fault with the part you had acted in the business—On the contrary I am well convinced that, as far as your agency was concerned that there was due care exercised—I am still however of opinion that the price is too high...
909From George Washington to Timothy Pickering, 31 August 1797 (Washington Papers)
The last Mail brought me your favour of the 24th instant, covering a letter from General Kosciuszko. And presuming that the Attorney General is on his way to Virginia, I hope to receive, soon, the Packets you committed to his charge. Not knowing where Genl Kosciuszko may be, I pray your care of the enclosed to him, as it is probable his movements will be known to you. It is with extreme regret...
910From Thomas Jefferson to Stevens Thomson Mason, 11 October 1798 (Jefferson Papers)
I recieved lately a letter from mr Callender to which the inclosed is an answer. after perusing it, be so good as to stick a wafer in it and (after it is dry) deliver it. you will percieve that I propose to you the trouble of drawing for 50. D. for mr Callender on my correspondent in Richmond, George Jefferson, merchant. this is to keep his name out of sight. make your draught if you please in...