The papers of John Jay

41. [Document, 1798 April 16]

Name: Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Author) Jay, Peter A. (Peter Augustus), 1776-1843 (Addressee)
Date: April 16, 1798
Summary: Has consented to the publication of a print from his last portrait by Stuart. Arrange about selling the coach after the election, since the opposition "would not omit to make even such a Circumstance the Subject of animadversion." The confidence and s...
Number of Images: 2

42. [Document, 1798 August 04]

Name: Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Author) Jay, Peter A. (Peter Augustus), 1776-1843 (Addressee)
Date: August 04, 1798
Summary: Believes that offenses of the Jacobins if properly prosecuted will promote the preservation of good order. Will not consent to another vault for the stone house at his expense, especially since it would damage the front wall. Mr. Church may extend the...
Number of Images: 2

43. [Document, 1798 August 07]

Name: Jay, Sarah Livingston (Author) Jay, Peter A. (Peter Augustus), 1776-1843 (Addressee)
Date: August 07, 1798
Summary: Peter's arrival from New York is awaited. Family news.
Number of Images: 2

44. [Document, 1798 August 17]

Name: Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Author) Jay, Peter A. (Peter Augustus), 1776-1843 (Addressee)
Date: August 17, 1798
Summary: Advises that Peter attend the Westchester court and postpone his visit to the family. Instructions for payment of various accounts.
Number of Images: 2

45. [Document, 1798 August 19]

Name: Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Author) Jay, Peter A. (Peter Augustus), 1776-1843 (Addressee)
Date: August 19, 1798
Number of Images: 2

46. [Document, 1798 December 13]

Name: Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Author) Jay, Peter A. (Peter Augustus), 1776-1843 (Addressee)
Date: December 13, 1798
Summary: Inquires in detail about financial matters being handled by Peter, and again mentions value of habit of punctuality. Includes various family news and comment.
Number of Images: 2

47. [Document, 1798 June 7]

Name: Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Author) Jay, Peter A. (Peter Augustus), 1776-1843 (Addressee)
Date: June 7, 1798
Summary: Typed transcription of letter offered for sale at B. Altman's, October 5, 1981.
Number of Images: 1

48. [Document, 1798 March 10]

Name: Woodward, Augustus B. (Augustus Brevoort), 1774-1827 (Author) Jay, Peter A. (Peter Augustus), 1776-1843 (Addressee)
Date: March 10, 1798
Summary: Has seen Jefferson at Philadelphia, who has fallen in the esteem of many in northern and eastern states resulting in a want of harmony in public councils. Feels that parties are neither "necessary or salutary in our government." He also visited Washin...
Number of Images: 4

49. [Document, 1798 May 10]

Name: Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Author) Jay, Peter A. (Peter Augustus), 1776-1843 (Addressee)
Date: May 10, 1798
Number of Images: 3

50. [Document, 1798 May 17]

Name: Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Author) Jay, Peter A. (Peter Augustus), 1776-1843 (Addressee)
Date: May 17, 1798
Number of Images: 3

51. [Document, 1798 September 02]

Name: Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Author) Jay, Peter A. (Peter Augustus), 1776-1843 (Addressee)
Date: September 02, 1798
Summary: Passengers on sloops arriving from New York give reports of serious illness. Glad to know Peter intends to go to Rye; it is not safe in New York City. Mr. Munro should likewise stay in Mamaroneck. In financial affairs, remember to get the 100 dollars ...
Number of Images: 2

52. [Document, 1799 April 12]

Name: Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Author) Jay, Peter A. (Peter Augustus), 1776-1843 (Addressee)
Date: April 12, 1799
Summary: Wishes Major Lyons was as concerned with the work at Bedford as Peter and Heare. Too many Federalists wish seats in the legislature. Those who are not preferred become indifferent to the issue of the election. Family news. If Peter has more than one c...
Number of Images: 1

53. [Document, 1799 April 15]

Name: Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Author) Jay, Peter A. (Peter Augustus), 1776-1843 (Addressee)
Date: April 15, 1799
Summary: Has his letter of the tenth of April. They will discuss methods of settling the Chenango tract, in the meantime complete the deeds. Notes that Peter's name is listed as adjutant of the new legion, but not as lieutenant-remind him of this when he arriv...
Number of Images: 1

54. [Document, 1799 August 15]

Name: Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Author) Jay, Peter A. (Peter Augustus), 1776-1843 (Addressee)
Date: August 15, 1799
Summary: Sends copy of Mallet DuPan's work.
Number of Images: 1

55. [Document, 1799 December 07]

Name: Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Author) Jay, Peter A. (Peter Augustus), 1776-1843 (Addressee)
Date: December 07, 1799
Summary: What is the basis of Strang's estates' claim that Jay owed Strang money. This matter should be through explored. Jay is displeased at John Lyon's removal of the house without first obtaining Jay's permission. This, coupled with the stoppage of work, h...
Number of Images: 3

56. [Document, 1799 December 16]

Name: Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Author) Jay, Peter A. (Peter Augustus), 1776-1843 (Addressee)
Date: December 16, 1799
Summary: Asks news of Frederick Jay's condition. Urges Peter to extend to Frederick, and also to Augustus Jay, whatever assistance may be in his power.
Number of Images: 1

57. [Document, 1799 February 10]

Name: Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Author) Jay, Peter A. (Peter Augustus), 1776-1843 (Addressee)
Date: February 10, 1799
Summary: Advises Peter to study and improve his knowledge of the law now that business is slow. Encloses copy of letter he wrote to John Jones, purchaser of coach sold by Hallet. Jay points out to Hallet the inadequacy of the price, and offers to sell at a per...
Number of Images: 2

58. [Document, 1799 February 26]

Name: Rutherfurd, John, 1760-1840 (Author) Jay, Peter A. (Peter Augustus), 1776-1843 (Addressee)
Date: February 26, 1799
Summary: An extensive discussion of lands, and litigation concerning them. Concerns real estate near the Chenango River. Apparently Jay was acting as agent or attorney for Rutherfurd. This is a manuscript copy of Rutherfurd's letter.
Number of Images: 3

59. [Document, 1799 January 03]

Name: Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Author) Jay, Peter A. (Peter Augustus), 1776-1843 (Addressee)
Date: January 03, 1799
Summary: Advises Peter to attend the Westchester county courts; even if his business does not require this, he will make useful acquaintances. Jay proceeds to give detailed instructions concerning the placement of windows, partitions, doors, and masonry work o...
Number of Images: 3

60. [Document, 1799 January 07 - 1801 October 12]

Name: Woodward, Augustus B. (Augustus Brevoort), 1774-1827 (Author) Jay, Peter A. (Peter Augustus), 1776-1843 (Addressee)
Date: January 07, 1799 - October 12, 1801
Number of Images: 4

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