Enclosing a letter to the King; resolutions of Congress on the application of Sir Guy Carleton to forward despatches, and on the subject of prisoners in England.—Disposition towards France in America.
Release of the American prisoners in England.—Prospect of reconciliation.
Memorial on the subject of prize money due Captain Jones.—Inquires why the Danish Court applies to France on account of injuries of American cruisers.—Affair of Captain Huddy, who was hanged by a party of soldiers.
Desiring the discharge of Lord Cornwallis's parole.
Promises to comply with the request to discharge Lord Cornwallis.
Mr Grenville only empowered to treat with France; the Ministry will be unwilling to make any concessions.—The Dutch are disposed to an alliance with America.—Policy of Russia.
People in America not disposed to a separate treaty.—Affairs of Captain Huddy.—Case of the Ernten.
An additional six millions cannot be obtained from France.—Mr Grenville is sent with full powers to treat with all the belligerent powers together.—Is joined by Mr Jay.—An act of Parliament was considered necessary to authorise the exchange of the American prisoners, as they were committed for high treason.—The Swedish Ambassador expresses a wish to treat with Dr Franklin.—Services of M. Dumas.
Discharges Lord Cornwallis from his parole.—The intentions of the British Ministry seem to change with success.—Disinclination of the King to America.—Agents are sent by the Ministry into America to attempt a separate treaty.
Reasons for keeping a Journal.—Visited by Lord Cholmondely, by whom he transmits the following.