Series 2 (1 January 1812-16 February 1815)
Connecticut Minor 1813
The day is past, the Elections o'er
and Madison is King once more!
Ye Vagabonds of my land
Cut-Throats & Knaves a patriotic band,
Ye Demagogues lift up your voice.
Moles and Banditti all rejoice.
N. J. Jany 12th. 1813
Mr Masons Speech N. J. Feby 25th. 1813
“The rogues march was played under the window of the man who drew the declaration of Independence.” The man who... Continue Reading
Sender: MVB
I have seen Mr Jenkins several times since his return, he & his friends are exc highly pleased with his appointment, I thought it improper immediately to speak to him on the subject, but sent for his brother Seth who desired me to be perfectly easy on the subject & to inform you that the mayor would unequivocally vote for you. There is no possible doubt of it. It is not hower worth while... Continue Reading
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Recipient: DeWitt Clinton
For the last month I have ben excessively engaged in the Trial of Genl. Hull & when I shall get through the Lord knows. Its result will be creditable to the Govermnt & deplorable to the accused. This ^it^ may not be proper to mention as coming from me. This eng^a^gement has so harassed me that it has not been in my power to excute my one wishes by writing you frequently. When the cause... Continue Reading
Sender: MVB
I have received your two letters, of the 6th and 8th inst. I cannot deny the cogency of the considerations, which have determined you to decline the station which was the subject of mine of the 28th ult. and that some of them can by no one be so well appreciated as yourself.
I was not unaware of the great value of your services, within the limits of your particular state, under the circumstances... Continue Reading
Sender: James Madison
Upon a view of the whole ground, I was convinced that I should act more consistent with my own and the happiness of my family, that I could give more important and efficient aid to your administration, and render more essential service to my country, by remaining in my present station, than by accepting the department of state. With the duties of the former, I am familier; to those of the latter... Continue Reading
Recipient: James Madison
Your letter of the 28th of September, was received by me last evening. I have reflected, in the short interval, upon the course which duty to my family and to my country, required me to pursue in relation to your obliging offer, and have concluded to decline the acceptance of the department of state. A variety of public and private considerations, have produced this determination. These... Continue Reading
Recipient: James Madison
Mr. Monroe having just been appointed secretary of war, it is necessary to provide for the vacancy resulting in the department of state. Wishing to avail the U. States of your talents and services, I take the liberty of requesting permission to name you to the senate, as his successor. I am aware of the very important station from which their concurrence will withdraw you; but I justify my... Continue Reading
Sender: James Madison
Whereas in all ages and in every clime even among the most uncivilized of mankind the love of Country and the love of Glory, the Spirit of patriotism and of heroism have never failed to excite admiration, to call forth applause and to be crowned by those gratefull rewards which are ever dear to the Grand the virtuous t& the wise.
And whereas the duty of cherishing Sentiments so intimately... Continue Reading
Sender: MVB, Sender: New York Legislature
I am sick of the Circuit which has been a very busy one & cannot write you much. I fear too that I scold too much. This I cannot help. I think congress is in a state of convalescence, but question whether its recovery is a great disideration it (which you know is of the <neuter>) can never be otherwise than a cripple. The next I hope will be full grown & strong. I never felt so much... Continue Reading
Sender: MVB
Believing that your attention, for the time being, must have been sufficiently occupied with the numbers of Amicus Juris Consultus, and unwilling to distract it with a multiplicity of objects, I have delayed for some time to address you. I have waited till the subject of privateering is nearly exhausted.
A repetition of my former observations on this subject, would be useless, and shall be... Continue Reading
Sender: Samuel Young
Recipient: James Kent
You have been appointed special Judge Advocate, of the General Court martial ordered to convene at Utica, in the State of New York, on the 3d of January next for the trial of Major General Wilkinson of the United States Army. E A Bancker ^Esqr^ Army Judge Advocate, has been assigned to this duty, and will be directed to report to you, furnish such papers of information, as he may have relative to... Continue Reading
Recipient: MVB
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Amicus Juris Consutus, "having observed that ^he is charged^ the Chancellor in the Gazette of Thursday last has thought proper to charge him with "an attempt to sew discord between the ^him^ Chancellor & the chief Justice" and "to tear asunder the Bands of friendship" which have so long subsisted ^to^ <chose> the respectability of the source for which this imputation proceeds... Continue Reading
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Recipient: James Kent
Amicus Juris Consultus No. II
To Amicus Curiae
The Pledge with which I concluded my first number is before the public & I proceed to its redemption. The reputation of the objection of the Chancellor & The vindication of the constituted authorities of the State from the ^you^ causes being my only object, that course In the discharge of this duty I disclaim all personal feelings. The... Continue Reading
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Recipient: James Kent
Treaty provisions relative to Privateers
2 Mag. 440
1667 ^Treaty of Breda^ Between England ^G. B.^ the States General of the Netherlands. 21st. July 1667. the Ja 23rd article of which contains a mutual provision that "those who obtain private commissions" shall give security to do no damage to either party.
Do 447
Treaty of Hague between the same parties of the 7th. Feby 1667, a similar... Continue Reading
Sender: Benjamin Franklin Butler
Recipient: MVB
I have this moment sen the vote on the previous question in relation to the Bank, by which I perceive that you are precisely as far was you were before you began. What in Gods name is the matter? Does congress mean to exhaust the cup of public forbearance If so, but little more is necessary. The dregs are all that remain. Do explain this thing to me. I do not complain of this or that particular... Continue Reading
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