Letter, to James McHenry, 1794

Containers:

Box 7, Folder 1794.04.08

Extent:

2 pages

Scope and content:

Rare for Washington to answer letters applying for appointments, but because of personal regard and former public association he is replying to this one ... lists 3 reasons which explain his silence re: applications for appointments: (1) requests are so numerous and courteous replies require too much of his time; (2) courteous answers could be interpreted to mean more than was intended; (3) at the time of his Inauguration "... I resolved firmly that no man should ever charge me justly with deception ..." has never committed himself on an appointment until all information and circumstances have been examined ... on a purely personal basis without involving his public character or the Country, Washington has responded to a request of McHenry's ...

Language:

English.

Physical facet:

1 bifolium sheet

Dimensions:

18 x 22 cm

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