Title
[Document, 1782 February 06]
Library Location
Name
Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Author)
Hanson, John (Addressee)
Format
correspondence
Digital Project
Papers of John Jay
Date
February 06, 1782
Language
English
Physical Description
2 pages
Subjects
United States--History--Revolution, 1775-1783; Jay, John, 1745-1829
Summary
Spain continues its policy of delay. Even with all Franklin's exertions some of Jay's bills may have to be protested. Jay afflicted with rheumatism right now. Cannot read Livingston's letter of 13 Dec. for want of a key to the cypher. Thomson's cypher should not be used again as it has been inspected by the Spanish post office. Jay intends to continue to exercise perseverance and patience. Cool policy rather than resentment should dictate whether Jay is recalled or not. Jay would like to go to France or Holland to confer with Franklin or Adams on his recall. Jay wants to push the court to a categorical answer but Montmorin opposes it.
Identifier
columbia.jay.04181