Title
[Document, 1778 August 22]
Library Location
Rare Book & Manuscript Library, Columbia University
Name
Duane, James, 1733-1797 (Author)
Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Addressee)
Format
correspondence
Digital Project
Papers of John Jay
Date
August 22, 1778
Language
English
Physical Description
8 pages
Subjects
United States--History--Revolution, 1775-1783; Jay, John, 1745-1829
Summary
While he supports Philip Schuyler's appointment to Congress, he doubts the wisdom of his taking his seat before his trial is concluded. Accession of states to Articles of Association is delayed by dispute over territorial claims to West. General Stark of the so-called state of Vermont, treats New York settlers like Tories. Urges Jay and Livingston to attend Congress to plead the case of New York. Asks Jay's opinion on currency regulation and the use of loan funds expected from France.
Identifier
columbia.jay.05563