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The American Commissioners authorize William Short's mission to The Hague regarding the Treaty of Amity and Commerce between the United States and Prussia. 

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A creditor gives William Short the status of his debts.

A cousin asks William Short to handle some financial matters for him because he has no one in Paris on whom he can rely, and he requests a copy of a Virginia newspaper and a draft of Thomas Jefferson's Notes on the State of Virginia.

A cousin writes to William Short regarding some mutual financial matters, laments the tardiness of the mail, but indicates he is expecting letters and news from a ship recently arrived in Falmouth from the James River.

A cousin acknowledges receipt of two letters from William Short and sends news from home, including the death of a female acquaintance.

The secretary to the American legation in London writes to William Short, discussing political conditions, offering advice, and describing his concerns and hopes for America's future.

A cousin writes to William Short, describing damage to crops in Virginia caused by recent flooding.

A cousin sends a letter of introduction to William Short.

A cousin informs William Short of his travel plans and requests recommendations for his company to potential clients by Short and Thomas Jefferson.

William Short's cousin assures him he will tend to some financial matters on his behalf once he arrives in Virginia, and he recommends a banking house in London.