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Letters from Elias, Jr Boudinot

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Elias, Jr Boudinot to Benjamin Franklin, April 28, 1783

From Elias, Jr Boudinot
To Benjamin Franklin
April 28, 1783

Elias Boudinot recommends Colonel Ogdin, a distinguished and brave officer of the New Jersey Line, to Benjamin Franklin for protection during his authorized voyage to France. He encloses a letter from the Commander in Chief and expresses anticipation for the definitive peace treaty, noting concerns about unresolved issues like English debts and the economic hardships faced by American citizens due to depreciated currency and stalled trade.

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Elias, Jr Boudinot to American Peace Commissioners, June 16, 1783

From Elias, Jr Boudinot
To American Peace Commissioners
June 16, 1783

Elias Boudinot informs the American Peace Commissioners that following the resignation of Minister Livingston, he must now deliver Congress's resolutions regarding their mission. He encloses recent resolutions to keep them informed during critical negotiations and expresses surprise at the lack of communication since the cessation of hostilities.