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Document, 1777 January 03

1. Document, 1777 January 03

Name: Duer, William, 1747-1799 (Author) Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Addressee)
Date: 1777 January 03
Summary: Recommends that John Jay give some foundation to the widespread rumor in British camps that the Americans had promised a pardon to those who joined the British by issuing a proclamation to that effect. The Americans should also...
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[Document, 1777 May 28]

2. [Document, 1777 May 28]

Name: Duer, William, 1747-1799 (Author) Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Addressee)
Date: May 28, 1777
Summary: As General Schuyler is to deliver this letter, he will inform Jay of his own affairs. Affairs of Congress have recovered. Congratulations on the formation of our new government. The lack of sufficient executive government in other states has hampered ...
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