Alexander Hamilton Papers

From Alexander Hamilton to William Ellery, 10 September 1794

To William Ellery

[Philadelphia, September 10, 1794. The description of this letter in the dealer’s catalogue reads: “He discusses Ellery’s suit against Pierce1—‘confide in the Jury’s doing their duty.’ Comments on funds to be sent to Ellery for use in building fortifications.”2 Letter not found.]

LS, sold at Parke-Bernet Galleries, Inc., October 17, 1961, Lot 122.

1. Preserved Pierce. See Ellery to H, August 1–6, 1794.

2. For information concerning the fortifications, see Henry Knox to H, March 29, 1794; “Treasury Department Circular to the Collectors of the Customs,” April 3–June 4, 1794.

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    From Alexander Hamilton to William Ellery, 10 September 1794
    Author
    Hamilton, Alexander
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    Ellery, William
    Date
    10 September 1794

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    “From Alexander Hamilton to William Ellery, 10 September 1794,” Founders Online, National Archives, https://founders.archives.gov/documents/Hamilton/01-17-02-0165. [Original source: The Papers of Alexander Hamilton, vol. 17, August 1794 – December 1794, ed. Harold C. Syrett. New York: Columbia University Press, 1972, p. 213.]

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