Has not heard from Jay since his departure for France, but has learned that Jay had communicated with Aranda in Paris, and therefore arrived safely. He should soon send the final accounts settled with Cabarrus soon, so as to give Jay time to consult with Dr. Franklin on his ability to accept drafts necessary to discharge these accounts. Saw Floridablanca briefly, and the minister asserted that they should have frequent meetings to discuss Spanish-American affairs. He received one letter which arrived on a French ship at Cadiz with packets for Franklin and Barclay, but none for Jay as far as he can figure out. His letter does not mention Carleton's proposals, but a letter from Luzerne received by Montmorin does, and states that Congress rejected Carleton's proposals in favor of treating at peach in Paris in concert with America's allies. This pleased the Spanish king, who Carmichael is told, spoke favorably of the United States at dinner today. Colonel Livingston arrived safely in Philadelphia, after his capture by the enemy. Enclosing copies of his previous letters to Jay in case they were lost. Rest of letter concerns trifles, like paying the servants and trying to sell a pair of mules Jay owned in Madrid.
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United States--History--Revolution, 1775-1783; Jay, John, 1745-1829