hamilton to hamtranck (Private.) - Alexander Hamilton, The Works of Alexander Hamilton, (Federal Edition), vol. 7 [1774]
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The Works of Alexander Hamilton, ed. Henry Cabot Lodge (Federal Edition) (New York: G.P. Putnam’s Sons, 1904). In 12 vols. Vol. 7.
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hamilton to hamtranck
(Private.)
June 6, 1799.
Dear Sir:
I duly received your private letters of the—and the 25th of January last, to which a very extraordinary pressure of business has prevented a reply. Such of your remarks as are personal to me are very gratifying.
I hope your expectations will not finally be disappointed, though it will require time before a complete organization of what is now a very disjointed mass, will enable me to establish perfect order. Zeal, at least, my friends know will not be wanting.
The request you make with respect to yourself, though unusual, is very natural, considering past experience. It will not fail to influence my advice, unless I perceive that your feelings and your interest as a soldier can be mutually consulted.
Communicate to me freely and confidentially on the subject of Western affairs; you are sure of my discretion and honor.
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