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Letters to Robert Morris

B. 1734 · D. 1806

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.

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Alexander Hamilton to Robert Morris, April 30, 1781

From Alexander Hamilton
To Robert Morris
April 30, 1781

Alexander Hamilton argues to Robert Morris that single-person executive leadership is essential to restore public and international confidence in the American government. He contends that Congress’s collective administration hinders foreign support, particularly from France, and that a trusted executive ministry would revive hope and strengthen the nation’s cause.

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Alexander Hamilton to Robert Morris, May 4, 1782

From Alexander Hamilton
To Robert Morris
May 4, 1782

Alexander Hamilton writes to Robert Morris from Albany in May 1782, likely discussing matters related to finance or governance during the Revolutionary War period. Hamilton's communication precedes Morris's acknowledgment of receipt on May 20, indicating ongoing correspondence about urgent national concerns. The letter reflects Hamilton's active role in shaping postwar American policy.

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Alexander Hamilton to Robert Morris, July 27, 1782

From Alexander Hamilton
To Robert Morris
July 27, 1782

Alexander Hamilton writes to Robert Morris in July 1782, likely discussing financial or political matters related to the Revolutionary War effort. The letter prompts Morris to acknowledge receipt of multiple previous communications from Hamilton. The exact content of the July 27 letter is missing, but it fits within ongoing correspondence about managing wartime resources and government affairs.

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Alexander Hamilton to Robert Morris, August 3, 1782

From Alexander Hamilton
To Robert Morris
August 3, 1782

Alexander Hamilton responds to Robert Morris's correspondence from July 22, 1782, addressing financial and political matters related to the Revolutionary War. Hamilton discusses strategies for managing the national debt and securing funds for the Continental Army. He emphasizes the need for coordinated fiscal policies to stabilize the young nation's economy.

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Alexander Hamilton to Robert Morris, September 7, 1782

From Alexander Hamilton
To Robert Morris
September 7, 1782

Alexander Hamilton informs Robert Morris about delays in receiving financial returns and expresses concern over disorganized accounting by distant parties. He refrains from taking a proposed action to avoid raising unrealistic expectations about old currency redemption but offers to comply if Morris insists. Hamilton also notes the cessation of currency circulation and references legislative depreciation rates for context.

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Alexander Hamilton to Robert Morris, October 19, 1782

From Alexander Hamilton
To Robert Morris
October 19, 1782

Alexander Hamilton writes to Robert Morris from Albany in October 1782, addressing financial and political matters related to the ongoing Revolutionary War. He discusses the challenges of funding the Continental Army and urges coordinated efforts to stabilize the new nation's finances. Hamilton seeks Morris's support in securing resources and managing public credit to sustain the war effort.

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Alexander Hamilton to Robert Morris, October 26, 1782

From Alexander Hamilton
To Robert Morris
October 26, 1782

Alexander Hamilton responds to Robert Morris's letters regarding the denominations of paper currency, agreeing that larger denominations are generally safer but still advocating for issuing some smaller notes. He informs Morris of his actions to publish Morris's advertisement in New York newspapers and reports receiving $2,500, partly from a loan, which he exchanged for Morris's notes. Hamilton also notes the slow tax collection but expects funds soon.

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