Monroe, James (1758-1831) to [William Benton] re: sending supplies and slaves "the business of the slaves"
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02793.014 Author/Creator: Monroe, James (1758-1831) Place Written: Washington Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1818/10/28 Pagination: 2 p. 21 x 17 cm Order a Copy
Written as President. Recipient inferred from content.
Washington Octr 28. 1818
Sir
Mr. Jeator comes up with a small waggon, or carry-all, to bring down such articles, as you and he may think proper to send, & also to see the place & make arrangements, as to future supplies.
On the business of the slaves I do not know that I can give you other instructions, than you already have. Major Saunders, is I understand, the brother of the Lady, a man of honor, with whom you may communicate freely. The condition, on which I am willing to return the slaves, you know. If they are returned, I am willing to settle them, on her brother for her benefit.
I expect that Mr. Jeator will be down soon-
with esteem yours
James Monroe
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