Title
[Document, 1787 July 24]
Library Location
Name
Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Author)
United States. Continental Congress (Addressee)
Format
correspondence
Digital Project
Papers of John Jay
Date
July 24, 1787
Language
English
Physical Description
1 page
Subjects
United States--History--1783-1865; Jay, John, 1745-1829
Summary
Reports on contents of letters from Dumas, especially the letter of 17 November, 1786. Suggests that Dumas be given permission to occupy house purchased by U.S. in the Hague, thus avoiding expenses of a caretaker and obliging Dumas. Does not believe it wise to sell house. Suggests that Congress settle accounts with Dumas and pay him regularly.
Identifier
columbia.jay.04602