1From Alexander Hamilton to William Duer, 14 March 1792 (Hamilton Papers)
Your letter of the 11th. got to hand this day. I am affected beyond measure at its contents; especially as it was too late to have any influence upon the event you were apprehensive of—Mr. Woolcott’s instructions having gone off yesterday. I trust however the alternative which they present to the Attorney of the and the discretion he will use in managing the affair will enable you to avoid any...
2From Alexander Hamilton to William Duer, [23 March 1792] (Hamilton Papers)
Five minutes ago, I received your Letter of yesterday. I hasten to express to you my thoughts; as your situation does not permit delay. I am of opinion that those friends, who have lent you their money or security from personal confidence in your honor, and without being interested in the operation in which you may have been engaged, ought to be taken care of absolutely and preferably to all...
3From Alexander Hamilton to William Duer, 22 April 1792 (Hamilton Papers)
I hoped ere this to have seen you, to have afforded you whatever of aid could have resulted from my advice after knowing your real situation. But the session protracts itself & I can scarcely say when it will finish. Lest the information contained in my last should induce you to postpone any arrangement with your Creditors, in the hope of speedily having an opportunity of consulting me I have...