Title
[Document, 1782 January 20]
Library Location
Rare Book & Manuscript Library, Columbia University
Name
Littlepage, Lewis, 1762-1802 (Author)
Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Addressee)
Format
correspondence
Digital Project
Papers of John Jay
Date
January 20, 1782
Language
English
Physical Description
2 pages
Subjects
United States--History--Revolution, 1775-1783; Jay, John, 1745-1829
Summary
Reiterates his arguments. "My banker, perhaps, would have refused to assist me beyond the limits of his letter, but I flattered myself that other considerations would have influenced the man whom I gloried in acknowledging my friend and benefactor:" He will be forced to borrow from his acquaintances. He could not possibly resign at this dangerous and critical moment.
Identifier
columbia.jay.06817