Poughkeepsie, September 2, 1782.
Sir:
I am favored with your letter of the 25th instant, previous to which,
with a view of accelerating the collection of the last Tax, I had
prepared, and have since dispatched a circular letter to the several
County Treasurers, urging them and the other officers concerned, to a
prompt execution of their duty, or that in case of neglect the penalty
of the law will without favor be put into execution.
I have not received information from all the Counties, but in this and
some others, I know the business is in good train, and am led to hope
that the taxes will be speedily collected and paid in.
My agents employed to procure moneys on loan had some time since
transmitted me a small sum, but not sufficient to answer the orders
of the Legislature in favor of the Delegates and some other public
matters. As the channel through which this money is procured is subject
to interruption and disappointment, I cannot at present inform you of
any sum to be depended on, but I expect soon to see or hear from the
gentlemen, and you may rest assured of being informed of the result
without delay.
I am, with great respect and esteem,
Sir, your most obedient servant,
Geo. Clinton.
Col. Hamilton.