George Washington to Robert Morris. Head of the Elk, September 7th, 1781,
The sum promised by Rochambeau insufficient.
To George Washington. Office of Finance, September 10th, 1781,
Difficulty of advancing an additional sum of money.
B. Franklin to Robert Morris. Passy, September 12th, 1781,
Obtains the sum necessary to meet the payments in Holland.—Cannot meet the new drafts.
To M. de la Luzerne. Office of Finance, September 20th, 1781,
Wishes to be allowed further time for repaying the sum advanced by the Count de Rochambeau.
To the President of the Council of Pennsylvania. Office of Finance, September 20th, 1781,
Unable to promise any assistance.