The French cruisers are recalled.—Expresses a wish that measures may be taken by the English commanders to discontinue hostilities.
To Rear Admiral Digby. Office of Foreign Affairs, Philadelphia, March 24th, 1783,
Desiring that measures may be concerted for the cessation of hostilities.
Sir Guy Carleton to Robert R. Livingston. New York, March 26th, 1783,
Does not feel authorised to order a cessation of hostilities without official communication. Presumes that Congress will immediately release prisoners of war.
Admiral Digby, to Robert R. Livingston. New York, March 27th, 1783,
Cannot withdraw his cruisers until the reception of official accounts.
To the President of Congress. Office of Foreign Affairs, March 28th, 1783,
Moneys remaining in his hand.