Letter
American Commissioners to John Frederick Sackville, third Duke of Dorset, December 9, 1784
American Commissioners respond to the Duke of Dorset's letter, expressing satisfaction with his ministers' assurances and clarifying their authority to negotiate. They state that if the proposal involves appointing a U.S. minister to reside at the British court, they must refer the matter to Congress, but if negotiations are to occur in London, they have full powers to proceed. They agree to meet in London despite inconvenience and await further instructions.