James Monroe, New York, New York, to John P. Mercer, 1785 February 20
Scope and Contents
Committee of which he is a member is studying an amendment to the 9th article of the confederation which would strengthen the powers of Congress in commerce with foreign countries and with the states; expects Robert R. Livingston will be chosen minister to Great Britain; is happy that a lady friend in Annapolis is to be married. Oversize item.
Dates
- Creation: 1785 February 20
Creator
- From the Collection: Monroe, James, 1758-1831 (Person)
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Extent
From the Collection: 2.50 Linear Feet
Language
From the Collection: English
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Jay Winston Johns Fund, In Memory of John Garland Pollard, Governor of Virginia, 1930-1934. Acc. no. 85-55. Purchased at Sotheby Parke Bernet Auction 1985-10-31.
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections Research Center Repository