The papers of John Jay

81. [Document, 1787 July 25]

Name: Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Author) Adams, John, 1735-1826 (Addressee)
Date: July 25, 1787
Summary: [Regrets that Congress has not paid proper attention to foreign affairs; assures Adams of his attention to Adams' business and hope that now Congress will dispatch the "necessary acts and instructions." (This paragraph deleted in autograph letter sign...
Number of Images: 4

82. [Document, 1787 July 31]

Name: Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Author) Adams, John, 1735-1826 (Addressee)
Date: July 31, 1787
Summary: Acknowledges receipt of letters of 8, 14 and 23 May. Transmits copies of various acts of Congress. Many States cooperating in removing obstacles to compliance with Treaty. No definite news yet on Congressional action on Adams' resignation. Philadelphi...
Number of Images: 2

83. [Document, 1787 May 12]

Name: Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Author) Adams, John, 1735-1826 (Addressee)
Date: May 12, 1787
Summary: A contest is being held in Congress concerning moving the seat of government to Philadelphia; as a result other pressing matters are ignored. Read book Adams sent him. Cannot agree with Adams that the "great Council" of the U.S. is efficient, rather h...
Number of Images: 2

84. [Document, 1787 November 03]

Name: Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Author) Adams, John, 1735-1826 (Addressee)
Date: November 03, 1787
Summary: Encloses ratification of Adams' contract, also instructions that funds sent for treaties with Barbary powers are to be utilized to redeem American captives.
Number of Images: 1

85. [Document, 1787 October 03]

Name: Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Author) Adams, John, 1735-1826 (Addressee)
Date: October 03, 1787
Summary: Reports submission of Adams resignation to Congress. Encloses copy of proposed Constitution. Fears opposition to it. Fears another interruption in Congressional business due to under-attendance of delegates.
Number of Images: 2

86. [Document, 1787 October 16]

Name: Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Author) Adams, John, 1735-1826 (Addressee)
Date: October 16, 1787
Summary: Encloses Acts of Congress. Comment on new Constitution. Comment on European situation.
Number of Images: 2

87. [Document, 1787 September 22]

Name: Adams, John, 1735-1826 (Author) Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Addressee)
Date: September 22, 1787
Summary: The measures which were used to secure recognition by Holland, and the success of those measures; Jay's system of recording dispatches will preserve such negotiations for posterity. He wishes to return to America, since he is sure there is no use for ...
Number of Images: 4

88. [Document, 1787 September 26]

Name: Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Author) Adams, John, 1735-1826 (Addressee)
Date: September 26, 1787
Summary: Concerns claims of Colonel Norton [see Report to Congress, 25 September 1787]. Although the United States can do nothing officially, asks Adams to do all that he can for Norton in London.
Number of Images: 1

89. [Document, 1788 February 16]

Name: Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Author) Adams, John, 1735-1826 (Addressee)
Date: February 16, 1788
Summary: Letter of introduction for /?/ Kissam. Praises Kissam's father and speaks of their long friendship before Kissam's death.
Number of Images: 1

90. [Document, 1788 July 04]

Name: Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Author) Adams, John, 1735-1826 (Addressee)
Date: July 04, 1788
Summary: Congratulates Adams on his return to United States and his reception here. New York convention still sitting. Has hopes for an "accommodation", but his "expectations of it are not very sanguine
Number of Images: 1

91. [Document, 1788 March 26]

Name: Adams, John, 1735-1826 (Author) Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Addressee)
Date: March 26, 1788
Summary: Introduces his daughter, Mrs. Smith. Will embark in 6 or 8 days. Just returned from journey to the Hague and Amsterdam where he met Jefferson unexpectedly. Jefferson persuaded him to open another loan which Jeff. will transmit to Congress. "Europe is ...
Number of Images: 3

92. [Document, 1789 January 16]

Name: Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Author) Adams, John, 1735-1826 (Addressee)
Date: January 16, 1789
Summary: Adams' happy days with his family. Mrs. Adams' visit to the Jays. Wishes Adamses might be closer to them. Will not discuss politics: "They do not wear a bright aspect in this or some other States; but we have seen darker days..."
Number of Images: 1

93. [Document, 1790 December 20]

Name: Adams, John, 1735-1826 (Author) Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Addressee)
Date: December 20, 1790
Summary: An invitation for Jay and family to reside with the Adams family in Philadelphia during the term of the Supreme Court.
Number of Images: 2

94. [Document, 1791 January 04]

Name: Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Author) Adams, John, 1735-1826 (Addressee)
Date: January 04, 1791
Summary: Thanks for letter of December 20th; the severity of the season and the family's recent illness with the malignant sore throat prevents Mrs. Jay from accompanying him to Philadelphia, however he will be happy to stay at the Adams house.
Number of Images: 1

95. [Document, 1792 January 04]

Name: Adams, John, 1735-1826 (Author) Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Addressee)
Date: January 04, 1792
Summary: Invites Jay to stay with him again during the Supreme Court term. "The Winter is very mild; Politics dull. Speculations brisk."
Number of Images: 4

96. [Document, 1792 January 10]

Name: Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Author) Adams, John, 1735-1826 (Addressee)
Date: January 10, 1792
Summary: Autograph Draft. Jay feels he must take lodgings at Philadelphia, since his continued attendance at the court requires visits too frequent for Adams' hospitality. Sarah Jay will not accompany him since she is pregnant and expects to deliver in April. ...
Number of Images: 2

97. [Document, 1792 March 21]

Name: Adams, John, 1735-1826 (Author) Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Addressee)
Date: March 21, 1792
Summary: Urges his attendance to decide issue being considered by the trustees of the sinking fund.
Number of Images: 1

98. [Document, 1792 March 23]

Name: Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Author) Adams, John, 1735-1826 (Addressee)
Date: March 23, 1792
Summary: He would immediately go to Philadelphia to consider the issue of the sinking fund, but the poor roads make it possible he would not be able to return to goon circuit. Suggests they state the case to him and he would give his opinion in writing.
Number of Images: 2

99. [Document, 1796 January 31]

Name: Adams, John, 1735-1826 (Author) Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Addressee)
Date: January 31, 1796
Summary: Dr. Ivernois continues to send his comments (on the Jay Treaty). Congratulations on durability of the document, despite the critics. Treaty has not arrived yet; Congress awaiting opportunity to vent themselves on it. Knows it will withstand the attack...
Number of Images: 2

100. [Document, 1798 August 21]

Name: Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Author) Adams, John, 1735-1826 (Addressee)
Date: August 21, 1798
Summary: Encloses an address from the state Senate and Assembly. The nation will corporate in the necessary measures to maintain honor and independence. Adams deserves confidence and gratitude for his patriotic exertions.
Number of Images: 1

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