Title
[Document, 1773 February 02]
Library Location
Rare Book & Manuscript Library, Columbia University
Name
Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Author)
Randall, Robert (Addressee)
Format
correspondence
Digital Project
Papers of John Jay
Date
February 02, 1773
Language
English
Physical Description
2 pages
Subjects
United States--History--Colonial period, ca. 1600-1775; Jay, John, 1745-1829
Summary
Delayed answer to Randall's letter because too upset. Surprised at the other's resentment; as a manager or official of the club, his objection to Randall's admission was not personal, but rather social. Believed that Randall did not have close connections to others in the club, which is a requisite of admission. Exhorts Randall to calm and reasonable behavior. Will apologize or fight him if shown that Jay had insulted his honor or had erred in his decision.
Identifier
columbia.jay.12944