1941To James Madison from Return Jonathan Meigs, Jr., 18 January 1812 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
18 January 1812, Zanesville. Transmits a copy of a resolution of the Ohio state legislature “on the Subject of the Contemplated Canal between the river Hudson and the great Lakes.” RC , two copies, and enclosure ( DLC ). RC 1 p. Second RC addressed to “The Hon: The President of the Senate of the United States” and docketed by JM. Printed enclosure 1 p. RC and enclosure printed in ASP American...
1942To James Madison from Pierre Samuel DuPont de Nemours, 20 January 1812 (Madison Papers)
J’ai reçu votre Lettre avec une extrême Reconnaissance. Le Suffrage d’un Homme d’Etat tel que vous est une grande récompense et un puissant encouragement pour un Philosophe appliqué à l’étude des droits, des devoirs, de l’interêt des Gouvernans et des Gouvernés qui, Sous les bonnes constitutions, Sont toujours inséparables. Lors de mon retour en Amérique, vos lumieres m’aideront à rendre mon...
1943To James Madison from Henry Cheriot, 20 January 1812 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
20 January 1812, New York. Has been advised by Messrs. Bossange & Masson of Paris that last July they delivered to Mr. Hamilton, bearer of dispatches in the John Adams , a bundle directed to him containing a book, La Jérusalem délivrée , with an order to forward it immediately to JM. Did not receive the book but supposes that Mr. Hamilton delivered it to JM personally. So that he can inform...
1944To James Madison from William Garrard, 20 January 1812 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
20 January 1812, Opelousas, Orleans Territory. Declares that no man was better pleased by JM’s elevation to the presidency than himself, that he has always admired JM’s talents, virtues, and political character, and that so far he has not been disappointed in his expectations of the administration. Assures JM that “in this Quarter” his administration “has the confidence of the great Majority...
1945From James Madison to Congress, 22 January 1812 (Madison Papers)
At the request of the Legislature of New Jersey, I communicate to Congress, copies of its Resolutions, transmitted by the Governor of that State. Whereas in cases of great national concern, involving in their consequences the interests, the rights and the welfare, as well of the future as of the present generation; it cannot fail to be useful and acceptable, to those entrusted with the...
1946To James Madison from David Humphreys, 22 January 1812 (Madison Papers)
Not finding it convenient, on account of the late severe snow storm and consequent bad roads, to visit the seat of Government, so soon as I had expected, I inclose the Paper alluded to in my late letter; believing the importance of the subject, will be admitted as an apology for the trouble. It is known that the growing of wool and the means of converting that indispensable staple into Cloth,...
1947To James Madison from William Pinkney, 22 January 1812 (Madison Papers)
I have received a Letter from Mr Dallas (of the 16th.) from which it appears that he had not been applied to by Mr. Gallatin to assist in the Cases in the supreme Court of the US. in which it was thought his Aid would be advisable, and further that he would be willing to assist if applied to. Although I shall be perfectly prepared to argue one of them (the Case of the French National Vessel)...
1948To James Madison from John Tayloe, 22 January 1812 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
22 January 1812. “From the existing state of affairs, & beleiving War to be unavoidable, I beg leave to tender you my services— in any way you may think I can be, most serviceable to my Country .… I should be honored by an appointment near your person (for no doubt such you will make) as an aid de Camp—& military Secretary.” Believes he could be useful in this capacity. Is not seeking “ pay or...
1949To James Madison from William Preston, 25 January 1812 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
25 January 1812, Fincastle. Declares that when the councils of the nation have decided on war, “It becomes the duty of each individual in society attached to his Government of every political denomination to yield minor considerations and rally around the national flag that the enemies of our country may be combated with unanimity and certain effect.” Refers to his “more than seven years...
1950From James Madison to Henry Dearborn, 28 January 1812 (Madison Papers)
I have just recd. from the Senate their concurrence (23 to 9 votes) in your nomination as a Majr. General. I give you the earliest notice, that without waiting for a formal communication, you may hasten your setting out for Washington. It is understood that your collectorship is to cease only on your being called into service, at which date your military emoluments will commence. In order to...