1To James Madison from John Dawson, 10 July 1797 (Madison Papers)
Letter not found. 10 July 1797. Mentioned in JM to Jefferson, 2 Aug. 1797 . Informs JM that James Monroe should be in Virginia within two weeks.
2To James Madison from John Dawson, 18 January 1795 (Madison Papers)
We have an account here that France has made peace with Prussia, which seems to gain belief—the enclosd hand bill I receivd from a friend at Norfolk & is taken from a letter to Mr. Pennock of that place. We also hear that the duke of York has met with another severe defeat—that he lost great part of his army, & that the rest savd themselves by flight. At what time do you expect to adjourn?...
3To James Madison from John Dawson, 29 November 1808 (Madison Papers)
I received the enclosed letter a few days ago, and learn from the Secretary of the navy that there is not any vessel which will soon sail for N. Orleans. I have advised the writer to take a passage in a private vessel. I will thank you for any farther information, if you have any. With sincere Esteem Your most Ot: DLC : Papers of James Madison.
4To James Madison from John Dawson, 24 November 1798 (Madison Papers)
I am thus far on my way to Philadelphia, from whence I shall write to you as soon as I have any thing worthy communicating—in the mean time I will thank you for your sentiments about the situation of M. Lyon, and what steps we ought to take as it regards the constitution, and policy. I have some reason to think that another attempt will be made to expel him. Accept my best wishes! RC ( DLC )....
5To James Madison from John Dawson, 28 April 1806 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
§ From John Dawson. 28 April 1806, Fredericksburg. “I take the liberty to present to you Mr Morales consul general from the Batavian republic for the Southern states.” RC ( DLC ). 1 p.
6To James Madison from John Dawson, 27 May 1801 (Madison Papers)
Letter not found. 27 May 1801, Paris. Mentioned in JM to Levi Lincoln, 25 July 1801 , and JM to Monroe, 25 July 1801 . Appearances indicate the convention will be ratified by France, but stage for formal ratification has not been reached.
7To James Madison from John Dawson, 29 October 1803 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
29 October 1803, Washington . “Some time ago I intimated to you my willingness to go to New Orleans, and reflection has not chang’d that disposition, provided I can be plac’d in a situation not subordinate.… The length of time I have been in public life, the situations I have been placd in, and the conduct and principles I have supported are well known to you and to Mr. Jefferson.” RC ( DNA :...
8To James Madison from John Dawson, 15 June 1806 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
§ From John Dawson. 15 June 1806, Fredericksburg. “I inclose you one hundred dollars which you lent to me on my leaving Washington, with many thanks for your kindness, & regret for the delay in returning them which has been caus’d by the uncommon scarcity of money. “It is probable that I shall have the pleasure to see you in a week on my way to the north.” RC ( DLC ). 1 p.
9To James Madison from John Dawson, 23 April 1806 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
§ From John Dawson. 23 April 1806. “I call’d to see you on this morning, but you were engag’d. I am much push’d for some money to clear out and if you can lend me one hundred dollars it Shall be returnd with many thank [ sic ] on the day I arrive at Fredericksburg.” RC ( DLC ). 1 p.
10To James Madison from John Dawson, 23 January 1794 (Madison Papers)
On yesterday I recievd your letter of the 15. & on the day before wrote to you. The opposition made to the resolutions which you presented to the house can only arise from the two causes which you mention, & from the spirit of that party, which I am persuaded is ever ready to sacrifice the interest of the country, for the advancement of individuals. I trust it will prove abortive. If it does...