1To James Madison from Thomas Bulkeley, 27 March 1801 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
27 March 1801, Lisbon. Acknowledges receipt of State Department letters of 13 Sept. and 21 Nov.—the former regarding the capture of the brig Sea Nymph . Has learned that captors bribed mate to take false oath “declaring the Vessel & Cargo French property.” Later, mate made counterdeclaration, and the ship and cargo have been liberated. Meanwhile, Gavino has obtained court order in Gibraltar...
2To James Madison from Thomas Bulkeley, 20 April 1801 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
20 April 1801, Lisbon. Encloses statements on three American ships captured and taken into Lisbon. The Atlas has been detained for seven months while case is tried in London. Hostilities between Spanish and Portuguese have not begun. In consequence of his further efforts, quarantine on U.S. vessels has been raised. Offers congratulations to president on his election. Owing to shortage of wheat...
3To James Madison from Thomas Bulkeley, 22 April 1801 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
22 April 1801, Lisbon. Transmits this with preceding letter by the brig Schuylkill for Norfolk. Has received news from American consul at London that Tripoli has declared war on the U.S. Stoppage of mail through Spain delays confirmation. RC ( DNA : RG 59, CD , Lisbon, vol. 1). 2 pp.; in a clerk’s hand, unsigned. Text from copy sent with Bulkeley to JM, 7 June 1801 . A full transcription of...
4To James Madison from Thomas Bulkeley, 7 June 1801 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
7 June 1801, Lisbon. Transmits copies of his letters of 20 and 22 Apr. , as well as nine numbered enclosures. Hostilities have begun on the frontiers; refers to Smith’s letter by same conveyance. Has delivered copies of O’Brien’s circular letter to captains traveling to northern Europe. The Atlas is still detained in Lisbon, and flour continues to be scarce. RC and enclosures ( DNA : RG 59, CD...
5To James Madison from Thomas Bulkeley, 10 June 1801 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
10 June 1801, Lisbon. Transmits copies of his 7 June letter and enclosures. Encloses copy of letter from American consul in London to Captain Kimball informing him of the condemnation of his cargo. Although vessel was restored, verdict excluded costs of detention, and port expenses of Atlas have exceeded its value. Has not yet received requested exemption of U.S. vessels from port charges. RC...
6To James Madison from Thomas Bulkeley, 10 June 1801 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
10 June 1801, Lisbon. Reports that presence in Lisbon of ten thousand Gallican laborers requiring protection creates local crisis. News from the frontiers is suppressed. The British have granted Portugal a subsidy of £300,000, and a fleet is now fitting out at Cádiz. RC ( DNA : RG 59, CD , Lisbon, vol. 1). 2 pp.; cover marked private; in a clerk’s hand, signed by Bulkeley; docketed by Wagner....
7To James Madison from Thomas Bulkeley, 11 June 1801 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
11 June 1801, Lisbon. Announces retreat of Portuguese forces and preparation of strong Spanish naval force with troops. Postscript notes rumor that an express has just arrived with account of cessation of hostilities between Portugal and Spain. RC ( DNA : RG 59, CD , Lisbon, vol. 1). 2 pp.; cover marked private; postmarked Philadelphia, 4 Aug.; docketed by Wagner as received 7 Aug. A full...
8To James Madison from Thomas Bulkeley, 12 June 1801 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
12 June 1801, Lisbon. Reports peace between Portugal, Spain, and France to be publicly announced the next day with three nights’ illuminations. Suspects terms will be disadvantageous to Portugal. In postscript states that British merchants have been advised to exercise caution regarding their Portuguese property. RC ( DNA : RG 59, CD , Lisbon, vol. 1). 2 pp.; cover marked private; postmarked...
9To James Madison from Thomas Bulkeley, 27 June 1801 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
27 June 1801, Lisbon. Reports peace has been announced in Madrid, and hostilities have ceased despite private reports of Lucien Bonaparte’s protests. Discusses purported terms of settlement and indications of its unraveling. A British fleet arrived the day before to blockade Cádiz; Alexandria reportedly is besieged. Encloses newspaper announcing the death of prince of Beira. RC ( DNA : RG 59,...
10To James Madison from Thomas Bulkeley, 5 July 1801 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
5 July 1801, Lisbon. Has no certain news since last dispatch. Anticipates determination of fate of country in a few days. Napoleon has reportedly refused to ratify the treaty. Notes in postscript that since closing his letter, Bulkeley has seen an order in council directing all Portuguese commanders of men-of-war to capture Spanish vessels wherever they meet them. “The order directs the...