1From Thomas Jefferson to Charles Alexander, 11 August 1780 (Jefferson Papers)
I inclose you the attorney general’s opinion on the subject of importations from Maryland. We have lately appointed a commercial agent within whose particular line of duty it will be to provide spirit for the army. To him we shall refer the proposition of General Roberdeau to furnish whiskey. Since our Letter directing the delivery of your provisions to the continental quarter master, it has...