Advising trade to America in French bottoms.—Objections to the 12th article of the treaty.—Contract signed by the Commercial Committee with the agent of Beaumarchais.
To the Count de Vergennes. Passy, May 16th, 1778,
The Boston frigate.
To M. de Sartine. Passy, May 16th, 1778,
Requesting the grant of a frigate to Besmarine, Rainbeau & Co.
To Mr Jonathan Williams at Nantes. Passy, May 25th, 1778,
Revoking powers formerly granted him.
To M. de Sartine. Passy, June 3d, 1778,
Requesting regulations in respect of duties to be paid on supplies to ships of war.—Prizes of the Ranger.
John Paul Jones to the Commissioners. Passy, June 16th, 1778,