Name
Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Author)
Benson, Egbert, 1746-1833 (Addressee)
Title
[Document, 1783 December 15]
Abstract
Instructions concerning the distribution of the farm at Rye from the estate of Peter Jay to John Jay's brother, Peter Jay. Requests Benson to take steps to provide for the old age of Jay's mare, and also to repurchase her colt. Has met many Americans in London, but only associates with those who did not take part in atrocities and have not engaged in spreading rumors about the United States. Peter Van Schaack has been requested to verify Benson's signature on the power of attorney. Once this is done, and an affidavit is received that Peter Jay survived Mrs. Peloquin, the legacy will be paid by her executor.
Subjects
United States--History--Revolution, 1775-1783; Jay, John, 1745-1829
Format
correspondence
Genre
correspondence
Date
December 15, 1783
Physical Description
8 pages
Language
English
Library Location
Rare Book & Manuscript Library, Columbia University
Browse Location’s Digital Content
Also In
The papers of John Jay
Persistent URL
https://dx.doi.org/10.7916/j701-gf83