1To James Madison from John Dawson, [25 March] 1812 (Madison Papers)
I do think that the appointment of federalists to command both the regiments in Virginia will give discontent, and the rejection of one Major, and nomination of others, whose pretentions are not higher, will increase that discontent. You will readily appreciate the motive from which this opinion is given, and will believe me to be sincerely Your friend RC ( DLC ). Docketed by JM. Undated; date...
2To James Madison from John Dawson, 20 June 1810 (Madison Papers)
It is reported that congress will be convend during the summer. I will thank you for information on this point, thereby to govern my summer movements, as well as upon any other. With much Esteem Your friend RC ( DLC ). Several newspapers printed a report to this effect. The source of the story was given as the N.Y. Evening Post , which made the claim shortly after the frigate John Adams...
3To James Madison from John Dawson, 16 November 1809 (Madison Papers)
The unfortunate death of Go: Lewis leaves that office vacant. I have some thoughts of accepting the appointment shoud I be calld to it, altho I shoud wish to see you before it is made. No person knows better than yourself how far I am capable of discharging the duties and what my claims on the public are. With sincere regard Your friend RC ( DNA : RG 59, LAR , 1809–17, filed under “Dawson”)....
4To 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.
5To James Madison from John Dawson, 28 June 1807 (Madison Papers)
The recent outrage near our capes has excited an indignant feeling which extends to every description of persons in this place. Agreably to the inclosd notice the citizens assembled on yesterday, and appointed a committee to prepare an address to the President declaratory of their feelings, of their confidence in the administration, and determination to support our rights &c. By many it is...
6To James Madison from John Dawson, July 1806 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
§ From John Dawson. July 1806. “Mr. R. Hackley has made known to me his wish to receive a consular appointment to some of the French ports—altho a countryman of ours you may be unacquainted with Mr. Hackley; I have long & well known him, & feel a pleasure in recommending him to you as a gentleman who woud, with advantage and credit, fill any such appointment to which the President shall think...
7To James Madison from John Dawson, 5 July 1806 (Madison Papers)
I have on this morning seen a letter from the Marqs. de Yrujo, the contents of which, it seemeth to me, ought to be made known—it is written to General Dayton, and, agreeably to request forwarded to Colonel Wm Smith, under an impression that his son, who is with Miranda, had been capturd by the Spaniards. He begins by stating, that notwithstanding he had some political differences with Mr....
8To James Madison from John Dawson, 26 June 1806 (Madison Papers)
I spent some hours on yesterday in the company of Govr. Mc.Kean; Mr. Dallas, Mr. Rodney and others—most of the conversation turnd on Miranda, and on the propriety of your attending the Court on the 14th. of the next month—there was one decided opinion, that, both legally and politically, you ought to attend. I mention this under a belief, that shoud it be determind not to come, some measures...
9To 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.
10To James Madison from John Dawson, 28 May 1806 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
§ From John Dawson. 28 May 1806, Fredericksburg. “I take the liberty to present to you Docr. Wellford, who, with his daughter, proposes to pass a day in this city, on their way to the north—and to pray your attention to them, as the young lady is anxious to see any thing worthy notice.” RC ( DLC ). 1 p. This was probably Robert Wellford (1753–1823), a physician who came to America with the...