From John Adams to James McHenry, 16 August 1799
Quincy Aug 16 [1799]
Sir
Inclosed is a letter from Augustus de Grasse. I know not why his pay is withheld I pray you to make some inquiry into this gentlemans affair, & let me know the result.
MHi: Adams Family Papers, Letterbooks.

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