1From James Madison to Barnabas Bidwell, 18 March 1808 (Madison Papers)
I have been some time possessed of your favor of the 19th. Ult. from Bennington; and have duly communicated its contents where it was proper they should be known. The idea which prevails is that the people you describe should understand that their good dispositions are valued & will be respected; but that nothing more is wished than is consistent with prudence on their part; that is they...