The papers of John Jay

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[Document, 1777 May 10]

1. [Document, 1777 May 10]

Name: Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Author) Morris, Richard (Addressee)
Date: May 10, 1777
Summary: Enclosing copy of Constitution of New York State; Jay offers Morris office of Clerk of Supreme and Circuit Courts. Emoluments will be considerable; should Morris later be disposed to resign the office" in favor of your son... you will meet with no obs...
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[Document, 1800 October 31]

2. [Document, 1800 October 31]

Name: Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Author) Morris, Richard (Addressee)
Date: October 31, 1800
Summary: Prior to receipt of Morris' letter, the Council of Appointment had agreed to appoint Mr. Youngs to the office. Popham's name was not presented, and although he had been in the city at the time, he had never mentioned his interest in the office.
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