Robert Preston Morris is an American former televangelist, pastor, and convicted child sex offender. He founded Gateway Church, a megachurch in Southlake, Texas, in 2000 and served as its senior pastor until 2024, when he resigned after being publicly accused of sexually assaulting a 12-year-old girl in the 1980s.
Philada. March 7th. 1777 Gentlemen I have wrote you several letters and sent you dispatches from Congress and Committee of Correspondance by Mr. Reed who will probably be longer in…
Philada. March 28. 1777. Honorable Gentlemen I wrote you a few lines the 7th Inst. by Monsr. Coleaux and sent you the News papers to that time; by this Conveyance…
Manheim in Pensylvania Decemr. 27th. 1777 Dear Sir As Mr. Deane has been recalled by Congress, 5 it is uncertain wether he may be in Paris when this arrives, therefore…
Philada. Octr. 25th. 1780 Dear Sir I take the liberty to introduce an Old acquaintance of mine to your Patronage & Protection whilst he may Stay in Paris which I…
Philada. June 6th. 1781 Dear Sir Your very obliging letter of the 3d of June last year 6 has been with me some time altho it was long in reaching…
Philada. June 8th. 1781 Dear Sir In a private letter which I did myself the honour to write you the 6th Inst. I announced the Appointment I have received from…
Office of Finance 27th. November 1781. Sir The Marquis de la fayette, who is about to sail for France, will have the Honor to deliver this Letter; and consistently with…
Office of Finance 3d Decr. 1781. Sir I was yesterday morning favoured with yours of the twelfth of September, inclosing third copies of your two Letters of the twenty sixth…
Office of Finance 2. January 1782 Sir, The Bearer of this Letter Capt. Archibald McCallister 6 has been an Officer of Merit in the Army of the United States; And…
Robert Morris instructs Alexander Hamilton on managing continental tax receipts for New York, providing detailed guidance to ensure proper administration. He emphasizes the importance of accurate record-keeping and coordination with tax officials. The letter aims to support Hamilton's role in stabilizing the fledgling nation's finances during the Revolutionary War.
Robert Morris formally authorizes Alexander Hamilton as Receiver of continental taxes for New York and empowers him to collect the state's first quarterly payment of $93,399.50 in specie for the United States. Morris instructs Hamilton to obtain funds from the state's executive authority or treasurer and to issue valid receipts on behalf of the Superintendent of Finance. This action aims to ensure smooth tax collection despite potential recognition issues by New York's legislature.
Office of Finance, Philadelphia, April 17th., 1782. Sir, In consequence of the communications made to me by his Excellency the Chevalier de La Luzerne since his return from Virga., 2…
Robert Morris offers Alexander Hamilton the position of Receiver of Continental Taxes for New York, requesting his acceptance and frequent correspondence to manage tax collection effectively. Morris outlines the office's duties, including accounting for a quota of $373,598, and proposes a commission of one quarter percent on collected funds. He emphasizes his respect and confidence in Hamilton as motivation for the appointment.
Office of Finance May 17th. 1782. Sir In the Letter which I had the Honor to write to your Excellency on the seventeenth of last Month I mentioned the Communications…
Office of Finance 18th May 1782 Sir. I have left the enclosed Letter open for your Excellency’s Perusal and am to request that you will be Pleased to apply to…
Office of Finance Philada. June 10th. 1782 Sir, The Annexed is Copy of a Letter which was written to you on the 22d. March last by the Baron D’arndt 4…
Robert Morris acknowledges receipt of Alexander Hamilton's letter and enclosures from Albany dated August 25, 1782. He expresses gratitude for Hamilton's efforts and confidence in his abilities and dedication to advancing the public good. Morris conveys his trust that Hamilton's endeavors will succeed.
Robert Morris informs Alexander Hamilton of letters he sent to Congress in July regarding financial matters and shares recent Acts of Congress from early September 1782. He urges Hamilton to use this information to prevent misunderstandings and promote principles of national integrity. Morris emphasizes the importance of these principles for the young nation's security.
Office of Finance 25th September 1782 Sir I do myself the Honor to enclose for your Perusal Acts of Congress of the twenty seventh of November and third of December…
Philadelphia. 28 Sept. 1782 Sir, In my Letter of yesterday, I have dwelt on the resolutions of Congress, in the manner requir’d by my duty as their Servant. I will…
Office of Finance 30th September 1782 Sir, I have received and already acknowledged your Letters of the 9th January, two of the 28th January, those of the 30th January, 4th…
Office of Finance 1st October 1782— Sir,— In my Letter of the twenty seventh of September last I express my Wish “that the Court of Spain should give Orders for…
Marine Office 7th. October 1782.— Sir This Letter will be delivered to you by Joshua Barney Esqr. a Lieutenant in the Navy of the United States, and now commanding the…
Robert Morris requests Alexander Hamilton to ensure the enclosed advertisement is widely circulated by publishing it in newspapers throughout his state. Morris emphasizes the importance of broad dissemination across the United States. The letter reflects Morris's role in managing public communication during the post-Revolutionary period.