William Jarvis to James Madison, 15 October 1802
From William Jarvis, 15 October 1802
(Copy)
Lisbon 15 Octr. 1802
Sir
Nothing remarkable has occured since I had the honor to address you the 12 Instant ⅌ Brig Mentor Captn. Trevott Via Boston incloseing the answer from the Minister of Foreign affairs to my Communication of the 9 Ulto. & extracts of letters from Mr. Simpson & Mr. Gavino of the 18th. & 23rd. of the same month.
Herewith you will receive a Copy of a letter from Mr. Gavino & of my Note to this Government With the greatest Respect I have the honor to be Sir Your Mo: Hble Servt.
William Jarvis
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