Alexander Hamilton to Samuel Loudon, December 27, 1783

[New York, December 27, 1783]

Mr. Loudon,

I Observe in Mr. Holt’s paper 2 of this day, a nomination for the ensuing election, in which my name is included. 3 I thank the authors of it for the honour they intended me; but being determined to decline public office, I think it proper to declare my determination, to avoid in any degree distracting the votes of my fellow citizens.

Alex. Hamilton