David Hartley may refer to:David Hartley (philosopher) (1705-1757), English philosopher David Hartley (1732-1813), son of the philosopher and signatory to the Treaty of Paris David Hartley, British computer scientist David Hartley (cricketer), English cricketer David Hartley, rugby league footballer in the 1960s and 1970s David Hartley, British figure skater David Hartley (musician), songwriter and arranger who collaborated with Sting David Hartley (politician), former member of the Ohio House of Representatives David Hartley, leader of English counterfeiting gang Cragg Vale Coiners
David Hartley requests Benjamin Franklin to send a brief message after meeting with the Minister, indicating whether a certain action is possible, so Hartley can promptly send the first part of an Address to England. He emphasizes the urgency due to the approaching parliamentary session and his tight schedule preparing letters and transcribing the Address.
David Hartley informs Benjamin Franklin that the ratification of the peace treaty between Great Britain and the United States contains formal errors, including the order of parties named, the terminology used, and missing signatures and dates. He requests corrections either through a congressional declaration or a revised copy to ensure proper authentication without causing delays or prejudice.
David Hartley writes to Benjamin Franklin from Rue Caumartin in 1784, mentioning he has not received any letters from England but heard that the American bill has been extended. He also informs Franklin about his recent leg pain, which has confined him to bed but is now beginning to ease.
David Hartley informs the American commissioners of his recall by the British government while assuring them of Britain's continued interest in friendly trade relations. He presents excerpts from letters by British foreign secretary Carmarthen, which express goodwill toward the Americans but criticize Hartley’s delay in returning to England. Hartley’s meeting marks his final communication with the commissioners before his departure.