The papers of John Jay

[Document, 1785 August 13]

41. [Document, 1785 August 13]

Name: Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Author) Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, marquis de, 1757-1834 (Addressee)
Date: August 13, 1785
Summary: Was delighted to receive her letter of April 15th. His high esteem for her husband, and his entire family. Doesn't think she would find a visit to America very pleasant, for there is but little social life. A deleted portion refers to the distinction ...
Number of Images: 3

[Document, 1785 January 19]

42. [Document, 1785 January 19]

Name: Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Author) Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, marquis de, 1757-1834 (Addressee)
Date: January 19, 1785
Summary: Tells Lafayette about Congressional delay due to the move to New York, possibility of an Indian war in Kentucky, American interest in the war between Austria and the Dutch, and the benefit of commercial privileges from France.
Number of Images: 2

[Document, 1785 July 15]

43. [Document, 1785 July 15]

Name: Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Author) Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, marquis de, 1757-1834 (Addressee)
Date: July 15, 1785
Summary: Has sent his letter of 19 March to Congress for their consideration. Gardoqui here and negotiations will commence soon. Hopes his instructions will be sufficiently extensive to be able to settle our boundaries on principles which will perpetuate cordi...
Number of Images: 2

[Document, 1785 September 12]

44. [Document, 1785 September 12]

Name: Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Author) Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, marquis de, 1757-1834 (Addressee)
Date: September 12, 1785
Summary: Apologizes that through inadvertence his last letter was not dispatched with the last packet that sailed.
Number of Images: 2

[Document, 1785 September 16]

45. [Document, 1785 September 16]

Name: Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Author) Barri, M. (Addressee) Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, marquis de, 1757-1834 (Addressee)
Date: September 16, 1785
Summary: Has their letters concerning Barri, which he has laid before Congress. Will let them know the decision.
Number of Images: 2

[Document, 1785 September 16]

46. [Document, 1785 September 16]

Name: Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Author) Barri, M. (Addressee) Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, marquis de, 1757-1834 (Addressee)
Date: September 16, 1785
Number of Images: 2

[Document, 1786 February 09]

47. [Document, 1786 February 09]

Name: Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, marquis de, 1757-1834 (Author) Jay, Sarah Livingston (Addressee)
Date: February 09, 1786
Summary: She is sorry that they are so far apart, but takes comfort in the joy Sarah Jay must feel through reunion with her family. She looks forward to visiting America to see the Jay family.
Number of Images: 1

[Document, 1786 June 16]

48. [Document, 1786 June 16]

Name: Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Author) Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, marquis de, 1757-1834 (Addressee)
Date: June 16, 1786
Summary: American position in the world and human nature. Foreigners do not understand American affairs. Asks Lafayette for information on the conversation between him and Floridablanca on the American limits. American financial position bad.
Number of Images: 3

[Document, 1787 August 04]

49. [Document, 1787 August 04]

Name: Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, marquis de, 1757-1834 (Author) Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Addressee)
Date: August 04, 1787
Summary: Comments on contemporary French politics and possibilities for a more liberal government in France. Expresses hopes for America's stable and prosperous future and his anxiety as he awaits news of the results of the Philadelphia Convention.
Number of Images: 2

[Document, 1787 February 07]

50. [Document, 1787 February 07]

Name: Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, marquis de, 1757-1834 (Author) Jay, Sarah Livingston (Addressee)
Date: February 07, 1787
Summary: Personal letter to Mrs. Jay, with regards for the "little family" holding for the "charms of domestic life" etc., with other general matters - non political in nature.
Number of Images: 2

[Document, 1787 February 16]

51. [Document, 1787 February 16]

Name: Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Author) Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, marquis de, 1757-1834 (Addressee)
Date: February 16, 1787
Summary: Spain does not seem to agree with Jay and Lafayette's views concerning the boundaries of her possessions. In fact they advocate a more northerly boundary than any of the parties had contemplated. Convention Lafayette mentioned disbanded for lack of su...
Number of Images: 2

[Document, 1787 May 01]

52. [Document, 1787 May 01]

Name: Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, marquis de, 1757-1834 (Author) Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Addressee)
Date: May 01, 1787
Summary: Has been busy in the assembly of Notables; Archbishop of Toulouse appointed in charge of finances. Economic reform will be urged before new taxes are suggested. They have considered the American debt, and he wishes he could give a better answer as an ...
Number of Images: 2

[Document, 1787 October 15]

53. [Document, 1787 October 15]

Name: Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, marquis de, 1757-1834 (Author) Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Addressee)
Date: October 15, 1787
Summary: Personal letter. Praises New French Minister. Family news.
Number of Images: 1

[Document, 1788 April 26]

54. [Document, 1788 April 26]

Name: Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Author) Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, marquis de, 1757-1834 (Addressee)
Date: April 26, 1788
Summary: John Jay's ill health. Has forwarded Lafayette's letter of 15 October to Congress. Hopes for peace in Europe. Constitution has been adopted by six Stated. Opposition considerable in New York. Pleased with Franco-American commercial regulations, but ho...
Number of Images: 2

[Document, 1788 May 30]

55. [Document, 1788 May 30]

Name: Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, marquis de, 1757-1834 (Author) Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Addressee)
Date: May 30, 1788
Summary: Assesses European situation--danger in the East. Threats from Turkey and Russia. France is making great strides, but there is danger. Thinks a National Assembly must be called. Pleased with progress of the Constitution. A noble document. Hopes that mo...
Number of Images: 2

[Document, 1788 September 01]

56. [Document, 1788 September 01]

Name: Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Author) Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, marquis de, 1757-1834 (Addressee)
Date: September 01, 1788
Summary: La Fayette admitted to honorary membership in New York Manumission Society.
Number of Images: 1

[Document, 1788 September 01]

57. [Document, 1788 September 01]

Name: Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Author) Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, marquis de, 1757-1834 (Addressee)
Date: September 01, 1788
Summary: La Fayette admitted to honorary membership in New York Manumission Society.
Number of Images: 1

[Document, 1824 November 10]

58. [Document, 1824 November 10]

Name: Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, marquis de, 1757-1834 (Author) Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Addressee)
Date: November 10, 1824
Summary: One of his first inquiries on reaching America was to inquire after Jay and the means of greeting him. Regrets the distance and duties which required him to postpone a visit. Is going to Washington to be introduced to the members of the Houses and to ...
Number of Images: 1

[Document, 1824 September 20]

59. [Document, 1824 September 20]

Name: Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Author) Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, marquis de, 1757-1834 (Addressee)
Date: September 20, 1824
Summary: Would have gone to New York to greet him were it not for his poor health. Has heard his intention to visit at Bedford, but perhaps numerous engagements will not allow him time. Can no longer forbear assuring him of unceasing esteem and regard.
Number of Images: 1

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