Title
[Document, 1779 April 16]
Library Location
Name
Greene, Nathanael, 1742-1786 (Author)
Duane, James, 1733-1797 (Addressee)
Format
correspondence
Digital Project
Papers of John Jay
Date
April 16, 1779
Language
English
Physical Description
6 pages
Subjects
United States--History--Revolution, 1775-1783; Jay, John, 1745-1829
Summary
Defends himself against the charges that he is "too griping in my demands and...making a fortune too rapidly." Recites his service to the nation. Did not seek post of Quartermaster and is not solicitous to hold it. Has met with absence of co-operation from many States.
Identifier
columbia.jay.10933