1To Alexander Hamilton from John Wilkes, 26 October 1803 (Hamilton Papers)
I am desired to inform you, That Aa. Giles Note for One thousand Dollars endorsed by you was protested yesterday Evening for non-payment, and that the Holder looks to you for payment of it. I am, Sir, Your most obedient Servant, LS , Hamilton Papers, Library of Congress. Wilkes was a notary public at 27 William Street in New York City. Aquila Giles, a resident of Kings County, served in the...
2To Alexander Hamilton from John Wilkes, 4 November 1803 (Hamilton Papers)
I am desired to inform you, That Jacob Morton’s Note for One thousand Dollars endorsed by you was protested yesterday Evening, for non-payment, and that the Holder looks to you for payment of it. I am, Sir, Your most obedient Servant, LS , Hamilton Papers, Library of Congress. Morton, who was trained as a lawyer, held several appointive offices in New York City and was a member of the New...