To Robert R. Livingston. Paris, August 13th, 1783,
Probable policy of France in regard to Turkey.—Situation of the Count de Vergennes considered precarious.
To Robert R. Livingston. Paris, August 13th, 1783,
Expresses his discontent with Dr Franklin's negotiating treaties with several powers without communicating with other Ministers.—Remarks on the treaty with Denmark.
To Robert R. Livingston. Paris, August 15th, 1783,
The belligerent powers except Holland are agreed.—Remarks of M. Brantzen on the conduct, policy, and situation of the Count de Vergennes.—The Queen and some of the council are opposed to him.
To the President of Congress. Paris, September 5th, 1783,
The definitive treaty signed, sealed, and delivered.—A new commission necessary for negotiating a treaty of commerce.—The Count de Vergennes was not desirous of admitting the mediation of the Imperial Courts.—Mr Adams regrets not having admitted the mediation.—Policy of forming commercial connexions with the European powers.
To Elias Boudinot, President of Congress. Paris, September 8th, 1783,
Accepts the joint commission for negotiating a treaty of commerce with England.—Advises that it be extended to the other powers.