1To Thomas Jefferson from William Fleming, 13 July 1779 (Jefferson Papers)
My colleagues have requested me to transmit you the deposition of Ferrall Wade, on the subject of governor Hamilton’s conduct at Detroit, which I inclose you accordingly. A copy of the book of precedents in the war office shall still be attended to, tho’ we have not yet been able to engage a man to undertake the business. It is a matter of surprize and regret that Congress have not received a...