104291To James Madison from the Synod of the Presbyterian Church in South Carolina and Georgia, 6 November 1813 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
§ From the Synod of the Presbyterian Church in South Carolina and Georgia. 6 November 1813, Abbeville, S.C. “Firmly believing that all mankind, collectively as well as individually, are in the most absolute manner dependent on the blessing of the Almighty for their present & future happiness, the Synod of the Presbyterian Church in South Carolina & Georgia, feel a grateful satisfaction in...
104292To James Madison from William C. C. Claiborne, 3 May 1804 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
3 May 1804, New Orleans. “On last evening I had the Honour to receive your Letters of the 6th of February and 2nd of April. The delay of the first I cannot account for, nor do I know what has become of the communication to General Wilkinson and myself, which was said to be enclosed therein. On opening the Packet the Letter referred to was missing. This induced me to examine the Wafers, there...
104293To James Madison from John Quincy Adams, 3 June 1811 (Madison Papers)
I received on the 29th: of last Month, together with some other despatches from the Secretary of State, one, enclosing a Commission to me, as an associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States; a new letter of leave to His Majesty the Emperor of Russia; a blank Commission for a Secretary of Legation, or Chargé d’Affaires, and an Instruction, in consequence of this new appointment...
104294To James Madison from John W. Green, 10 January 1818 (Madison Papers)
I have to acknowledge the receipt of yours of the 7th Inst. as well as your former favour covering subscription papers for the central colledge. I have given such attention to the subject as my engagements from home and the urgency of my professional business would permit But have been wholly unsuccessful. Upon my return from Richmond whither I go tomorrow I will renew my efforts. But do not...
104295William Emmons to James Madison, 9 January 1831 (Madison Papers)
Having learned it is not your pleasure to have the 2d Edition of the Fredoniad—I have sold to Gov. James Barbour of Orange the Copy that was sent you It would be a pecular favour to tax your kindness to have the 4 Vols. forwarded to the Family of Mr. Barbour the 1st opportunity. I am Sir with sentiments of respect your Obt Svt— RC (DLC) . Docketed by JM.
104296To James Madison from John Wickham, 15 May 1807 (Madison Papers)
As Counsel for Col. Burr in the prosecution instituted against him by the United States, I have to request that you will direct copies to be taken of three affidavits that have been made by Comfort Tyler Luke Hill and Frederick Haymaker and are understood to have been filed in the office of the department of State. As they relate to the matters with which he stands charged and may be of much...
104297To James Madison from Elbridge Gerry, 25 February 1812 (Madison Papers)
I have the honor to enclose a Resolve of the Legislature of this Commonwealth, respecting a supply of blankets & cloathing, for the information of your Excellency, &, if you think proper, of Congress; & to assure you, that with the highest esteem & respect I remain your Excellency’s obedt Sert RC and enclosure ( DLC ). RC docketed by JM. For enclosure (2 pp.), see n. 1. Gerry enclosed a report...
104298Charles Sigourney to James Madison, 8 September 1828 (Madison Papers)
I do myself the pleasure to transmit you herewith a copy of an able & interesting sermon, recently delivered in this City, by the Revd. Dr Wainwright of N. York, on the occasion of forming the "African Mission School Society," in this place. This will be accompanied by sundry printed documents, explaining the nature & object of the establishment proposed. I think you will be gratified in...
104299To James Madison from Wilson Cary Nicholas, 30 September 1816 (Madison Papers)
I feel great reluctance in giving you the trouble of what I consider a personal application. The second daughter of my sister Norton (who you may remember at Mr. Randolph’s) married a Mr. Armistead, a gentn. who was bred a Merchant, but was unfortunate in business and obliged to retire to the country, where he has for several years supported his family by his labour. The event of a law suit by...
104300To James Madison from William McKinley, 13 September 1809 (Madison Papers)
I take the liberty of adding my name to the list of those who have recomended Thos. Kenedy of Pittsburgh for a Commission in the Army. I left Philadela. on the 2d Inst. when I transacted Bussiness with all parties, and did not here a word of Grumbling or disrespect spoken respecting your administration. I recd your favour of the 28th last May. Accept my respects RC ( DLC ). West Liberty, Ohio...