Containing seven articles read by the Minister, with his verbal explanations on each article, relating to the claims of Beaumarchais, the disavowal by Congress of any disposition to conclude a separate peace, the appointment of a Minister Plenipotentiary to France, the want of preparation for the approaching campaign on the part of the States, the desire of the English Court to be reconciled with France without an express acknowledgment of American independence, &c.
To the President of Congress. Philadelphia, July 26th, 1779,
Returning thanks for the permission to expedite the supply ship, and requesting an examination into the pretended frauds, practised with regard to the ships employed in carrying provisions to the French fleet.
To the President of Congress. Philadelphia, July 26th, 1779,
Requesting that the provisions destined for the French fleet may remain in the public magazines.
To the President of Congress. Philadelphia, July 26th, 1779,
Demanding satisfaction for the attacks made on M. Holker, French Consul, and requesting the adoption of measures for protecting the officers of France from future insults.
M. Gerard to the President of the State of Pennsylvania. Philadelphia, July 26th, 1779,
M. Holker to Joseph Reed, President of Pennsylvania. Philadelphia, July 24th, 1779,
To the President of Congress. Philadelphia, July 28th, 1779,