Jay, John, 1745-1829; Cebra, John Yates, 1784 or 1785-1855; Randolph, Stuart F.; Riker, Richard, 1773-1842; Taylor, Jacob B.
Format
correspondence
Digital Project
Papers of John Jay
Date
1826 June 29
Physical Description
2
Subjects
United States--History--Revolution, 1775-1783; Jay, John, 1745-1829
Summary
Has received the invitation from the Corporation of the City of New York
to attend the celebration of the anniversary of American Independence. Is grateful for
the honor and regrets that the state of his health prevents his attendance. Hopes that
the peace, happiness and prosperity enjoyed by our country will induce leaders to
recommend "a general and public return of praise and thanksgiving to Him." We can best
secure our civil and religious liberties by gratitude to their
source.
