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[Document, 1777 September 01]

241. [Document, 1777 September 01]

[Document, 1777 September 03]

242. [Document, 1777 September 03]

  • Name: Jay, Sarah Livingston (Author) Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Addressee)
  • Date: September 03, 1777
  • Summary: Three weeks have elapsed without a letter from Jay. She fears his have miscarried. Asks for news of family in Fishkill. Son Peter's fractious temper would benefit from Jay's presence and good influence.
  • Number of Images: 2
[Document, 1777 September 14]

243. [Document, 1777 September 14]

  • Name: Troup, Robert, 1757-1832 (Author) Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Addressee)
  • Date: September 14, 1777
  • Summary: Movement of Army and Burgoyne's response. If Burgoyne so rash as to attack, it might end the war in the north. Details of immediate vicinity and equipment, and spirits of both armies. Sends his apologies to Mrs. Jay for not writing her as promised.
  • Number of Images: 2
[Document, 1778 April 14]

244. [Document, 1778 April 14]

  • Name: Morris, Robert, 1734-1806 (Author) Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Addressee)
  • Date: April 14, 1778
  • Summary: Sends information one Captain George Stewart of New York, who has been absent since 1775. Requests Jay's assistance in locating Stewart's family. Stewart had bills of exchange drawn on Congress, which are now being presented for payment.
  • Number of Images: 2
[Document, 1778 April 20]

245. [Document, 1778 April 20]

[Document, 1778 April 28]

246. [Document, 1778 April 28]

  • Name: Morris, Gouverneur, 1752-1816 (Author) Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Addressee)
  • Date: April 28, 1778
  • Summary: Letter will introduce General Gates, to whom Morris has promised the support of New York State in the execution of his command.
  • Number of Images: 1
[Document, 1778 April 28]

247. [Document, 1778 April 28]

[Document, 1778 April 29]

248. [Document, 1778 April 29]

  • Name: Morris, Gouverneur, 1752-1816 (Author) Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Addressee)
  • Date: April 29, 1778
  • Summary: Doesn't think British will attempt to move into the New York Highlands. British sincerely wish to treat for peace. If a French commissioner were present they might have peace within three months.
  • Number of Images: 2
[Document, 1778 April 29]

249. [Document, 1778 April 29]

  • Name: Willett, Marinus, 1740-1830 (Author) Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Addressee)
  • Date: April 29, 1778
  • Summary: Addressed to Governor Clinton and Chief Judge Jay, noting the importance of recruiting Indians to support the American cause.
  • Number of Images: 2
[Document, 1778 April 29]

250. [Document, 1778 April 29]

  • Name: Clinton, George, 1739-1812 (Author) Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Addressee)
  • Date: April 29, 1778
  • Summary: Lord North's speech is two years too late. Earlier it would have divided us. Now it gives spirit to our friends and disheartens our enemies. The change may be related to the French treaty. Gates to command in the north.
  • Number of Images: 1
[Document, 1778 April 29]

251. [Document, 1778 April 29]

  • Name: Clinton, George, 1739-1812 (Author) Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Addressee)
  • Date: April 29, 1778
  • Summary: Lord North's speech is two years too late. Earlier it would have divided us. Now it gives spirit to our friends and disheartens our enemies. The change may be related to the French treaty. Gates to command in the north.
  • Number of Images: 2
[Document, 1778 August 08]

252. [Document, 1778 August 08]

  • Name: Jay, Sarah Livingston (Author) Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Addressee)
  • Date: August 08, 1778
  • Summary: Is glad John Jay has a recess from Congress, but wishes he had been able to stay longer to see his brother. Wishes his brother and wife were more fortunate and were back in Fishkill. Remember her to his father, Nancy and Peter. Their little Peter is i...
  • Number of Images: 2
[Document, 1778 August 16]

253. [Document, 1778 August 16]

  • Name: Morris, Gouverneur, 1752-1816 (Author) Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Addressee)
  • Date: August 16, 1778
  • Summary: Dean stands accused; some tall trees will be torn up by the tempest. Also Arthur Lee has information against Sir James Jay, and although Morris has done his best to assist Sir James, he fears that matters have progressed too far.
  • Number of Images: 4
[Document, 1778 August 16]

254. [Document, 1778 August 16]

  • Name: Troup, Robert, 1757-1832 (Author) Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Addressee)
  • Date: August 16, 1778
  • Summary: News of the military campaigns in Rhode Island, Burgoyne's hearing before the House of Commons, naval forces and their disposition. General Lee's trial is finished, but the sentence as yet unknown. Schuyler and St. Clair should be tried soon.
  • Number of Images: 3
[Document, 1778 August 16]

255. [Document, 1778 August 16]

[Document, 1778 August 22]

256. [Document, 1778 August 22]

  • Name: Duane, James, 1733-1797 (Author) Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Addressee)
  • Date: August 22, 1778
  • Summary: While he supports Philip Schuyler's appointment to Congress, he doubts the wisdom of his taking his seat before his trial is concluded. Accession of states to Articles of Association is delayed by dispute over territorial claims to West. General Stark...
  • Number of Images: 8
[Document, 1778 December 06]

257. [Document, 1778 December 06]

  • Name: Ward, Stephen (Author) Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Addressee)
  • Date: December 06, 1778
  • Summary: Tells how his house in Westchester County was burned by the British, and that a James Brundige of Rye was killed by the same troops. Noted Congress' resolution to retaliate for such barbarities, and hope that they will continue strong in their resolve...
  • Number of Images: 3
Document, 1778 December 10

258. Document, 1778 December 10

[Document, 1778 December 10]

259. [Document, 1778 December 10]

  • Name: Maryland Council (Author) Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Addressee)
  • Date: December 10, 1778
  • Summary: Reply to Henry Laurens' letter of 14 November. Maryland action on call for galleys. Enclose resolutions on this subject. Enclosures not found. Letterbook copy.
  • Number of Images: 1
[Document, 1778 December 12]

260. [Document, 1778 December 12]