Name
Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Author)
Chiappe, Giuseppe (Addressee)
Title
[Document, 1789 December 01]
Abstract
Encloses copy of Constitution. Laid Chiappe's letters before the newly elected President, "who possesses Powers and Prerogatives in many Respects similar to those which are enjoyed by the Kings of England." Jefferson appointed Secretary of State, and will supervise foreign affairs. President asked him to express thanks of U.S. for Chiappe's services.
Subjects
United States--History--1783-1865; Jay, John, 1745-1829
Format
correspondence
Genre
correspondence
Date
December 01, 1789
Physical Description
2 pages
Language
English
Library Location
Browse Location’s Digital Content
Also In
The papers of John Jay
Persistent URL
https://dx.doi.org/10.7916/pyh8-pp44