Lindsey, John (fl. 1793) to William Knox
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.05821 Author/Creator: Lindsey, John (fl. 1793) Place Written: Dublin, Ireland Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 16 February 1793 Pagination: 4 p. ; 25.5 x 20.4 cm. Order a Copy
Acknowledges receiving several letters from Knox and apologizes for not responding sooner. Laments that Knox wrote that "nothing final[l]y had taken place in Congress respecting your return here." This is in reference to a diplomatic post William tried to get through his brother. Reports that "War has actualy taken place between France & England." Says there is a great need for an American resident in Dublin as "a general Embargo was laid yesterday," which has detained American vessels. Says "France has lost Character with us by the tryal & Death of their late King" (King Louis XVI). Speaks of politics in Ireland as they relate "to the Catholics & Reform." Believes the Catholics will get what they want this session and reform will begin to take place. Reports that "the Country is much agitated upon the Subject, & something it is to be hoped will take place to ease the Public mind." Mentions various ships he has a financial interest in. Makes reference to their common friends and says Mrs. Wilson died after 2 1/2 years of confinement. Says the duty on tobacco is to drop from 12 shillings to 6 shillings after 25 March "by which it may become again an Article worth Attention." Notes that France has a good market for wheat if the Americans can get a guaranteed payment. Warns they will need to be careful to preserve neutrality.
Louis XVI, King of France, was executed by guillotine on 21 January 1793.
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