University of Virginia Library

TO JAMES MADISON.

I forward this by the mail expecting it will be at
Fredg. in time for Mr A Shepherd who left this a
day or two ago. Nothing much of consequence has
occurred since my last. The current intelligence
you will find in the inclosed gazettes. The Antifederalists
are everywhere exerting themselves for
an early Convention. The circular letter from this
State, and the rejection of N. Carolina, give them
great spirits. Virginia, I suppose from the temper
of the present Legislature will co-operate in the plan.

Congress have not yet settled the place for the
meeting of the new Govt. It is most probable that
the advocates for N. York who form at present the
greater number, will prevail. In that case, altho.
I think it a very unreasonable thing for the Southn
& Western parts of the Union, the best face must be
put on it.

I have not yet been able to determine whether
Anthony is still in Philada. I am inclined to believe
he is not. Indeed some circumstances wd. almost
tempt me to think he never has been there. On this
supposition John must have practiced a gross deception
on us. He could have no motive for this unless
it were a spite to Billey, which I fancy he entertained.
But the deception could hardly promise a gratification
that would prompt it. He is still very sick, and
his recovery not very probable.

I find on enquiry that the loan office Certificates

which I told you I had only mislaid, not lost, must
go to N. Carolina for settlement. If an oppy. offers
I shall accordingly send them thither unless otherwise
directed by you.—I have not yet seen Mr
Morris & have therefore not been able to do any
thing in the affair of Mr Triplets. Remember me
affecty to my mother & the family and believe me
yr dutiful son.