James Madison Papers

Robert W. Fox to James Madison, 8 August 1802

From Robert W. Fox, 8 August 1802

Falmouth 8 August 1802

Esteemed Friend

Enclosed be pleased to receive an account of American Vessels arrived in my district from the 1st. of January to the 30th. of June; many more have touched off this port for orders and immediately proceeded on their Voyage whose names I could not procure.

Since my last respects Flour has fallen in France to 42 Livres ⅌ Barrel, and very little in demand; in Spain it is quoted at 9 à 11 hard Dollars ⅌ Bbt. We have now fine Weather and the Crops of Grain look well.

On hearing of the Barbary Powers being hostile towards the Ships of the United States, I immediately communicated the intelligence as far as I could to prevent any Vessels proceeding to the Mediteranean from falling into their possession.

Trade in general in this Nation continues at a low ebb. I am with much respect Thy assured Friend

Rob. W. Fox


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