CAPTAIN VILLENEUFVE. N. D. [? 1774].-Memorandum concerning Captain Gedeon Villeneufve, possibly from his widow. "He Saild from London in 1770 in the Ship Amelia to Pheladelpha in America and sometimes from thence to Lisbon." Original. 1 quarto page. [ to LORD Dartmouth. 1774.-Letter not signed nor dated. "The Kings Stores should not be kept in the middle of a large Town and surrounded with wooden buildings." Considers the stores could be kept very securely on the Governor's Island and a few batteries on said Island would most effectually command the navigation of New York Harbour. 1 quarto page. Endorsed:-Anon. N. York 1774. King's Stores. 1774.-Volume entitled, "Transactions in America relative to the Boston Port Act, &c. in 1774," containing copies and abstracts of the correspondence between the Secretary of State and the various American Governors during that year. With an Appendix of some further letters and papers from General Gage, and an Index. [The original correspondence is in the Public Record Office.] Bound in red morocco, gilt, 94" x 6". Pages 1–523. The HONOURABLE OLIVER DELANCY to CAPTAIN OLIVER DELANCY, of the 17th Light Dragoons. 1775, January 4. New York.-The heats are very violent, and if the forcible Councils persist, forsees horrid carnage and immediate ruin to America. Fears if New York breaks out it will be more violent than any other province. Hopes moderate measures will be taken by Parliament towards America. Extract certified by B. J. Johnson. 1 folio page. Endorsed:-Extract of a Letter from the Honble Oliver Delancey to Capt Delancey N, York 4 Jany 1775, respecting the Temper of People in N. York. PIERRE ROUBAUD to [LORD DARTMOUTH]. 1775, January 4. London.-Remarks on the importance of his enclosure. Autograph.letter signed. 1 quarto page. French. Endorsed:-London 4 Jan. 1775. Mons. Roubaud. Recd. the same day. Enclosure: Pierre Roubaud. Memoire sur l'amerique. On the present state of the American colonies-their desire for independence etc. Autograph. 10 large folio pages. French. Endorsed:-Memoire sur l'amerique. In Mr Roubaud's of the 4 Jan. 1775. R Jan. 4, 1775. EXTRACT of a LETTER to MR. WILLIAMS. 1775, January 6. New York. "In the ship Lady Gage, Capt. Messnard, were Imported 10 Chests of Arms, some Powder, &c.; they were Shipped by Mr. Haley in London, Addressed to Walter Franklin here & upon Account of some persons in Connecticut." These arms were seized by a Custom House officer, who was attacked by some Sons of Liberty for so doing. Details and proceedings in the town owing to a threat to assassinate the Collector who is much esteemed by the majority of people here. 1folio pages. Endorsed:-Extract of a Letter to Mr Williams, dated N. York, 6 Janry 1775. 1775, January 8.-Letter not signed, beginning "The misrepresentations which universally prevail in this country, respecting American matters induce me to address your lordship at a time, that I should suppose the smallest information respecting these colonies would be acceptable." Assures him that the principal and leading people of America are much better affected towards Britain than the late reports represent, and that the conduct of the eastern provinces is held in the utmost detestation by the others. Remarks on proceedings respecting measures taken by Bostonians in consequence of the tea riots. Promises further intelligence if Lord Dartmouth will assure him his letters shall be kept secret. Original. 4 large folio pages. Endorsed:-Z. Y. X. 8 Jany 1775. ISRAEL MAUDUIT to LORD NORTH. 1775, January 9. Clemens Lane.-When appointed, will wait upon his Lordship concerning Mr. Ruggles. Copy. In the third person.folio page. Endorsed:-Copy of Note from M Mauduit to Lord North, 9th Jany 1775. Wrapper endorsed :-Mr Mauduit's Extracts of Letters for Lord North. Jan. 1775. Enclosures: COLONEL ROBINSON [Robertson], Quarter Master General, America, to [ISRAEL MAUDUIT]. 1774, November 3. Boston.-Was summoned by General Gage in The Enclosures-cont. of a governor and another to do that of the Judges. Advises stringent measures be taken with them and then other provinces will obey. Reminds him that his predictions last June or July are fulfilled and warns him against consequences that will ensue if his present advice is not acted upon. Extract. 4 folio pages. Endorsed: - Extract of a Letter from Colo Robinson Qr Master General in America. BRIGADIER RUGGLES to ISRAEL MAUDuit. 1774, October 16. Boston. The friends of Government here have Endorsed:-Extract of a Letter from Brigadier Ruggles to INTELLIGENCE from BOSTON. 1774, November 2.—Extract of a Letter from Boston by the St. Lawrence Schooner. Has sent some of the latest newspapers to show the progress made in rebellious designs. America is preparing for war and surprised at the apathy of Great Britain who may be assured that the longer the colonies are let alone the more difficult the contest will be. The desire for independence has spread over all the provinces, even parts of Nova Scotia are refractory. Only Canada is loyal and General Carleton has offered General Gage Canadians and Indians to assist if necessary. 2folio pages. Endorsed :--Extract of a Letter from Boston by the St. LORD WILLIAM CAMPBELL to LORD DARTMOUTH. 1775, January 10. London.-Remarks on the decrease of the Governor of South Carolina's salary owing to the Proclamation prohibiting grants of land and also owing to the late unhappy differences. Desires to be informed how to lay this case before him. Autograph letter signed. 1 quarto pages. Endorsed :-L Wm Campbell 10 Jany 1775. [? CORBYN] MORRIS to LORD DARTMOUTH. 1775, January 10. Story's Gate, Westminster.-Sends two copies of a plan for his own and Lord North's perusal only. Autograph letter in the third person. 1 quarto page. Endorsed :-Cor. Morris Esq' with a plan for America 1775. Enclosure: Two copies of a paper headed " A Systematical Plan Submitted for the Conduct of Great Britain towards her North American Colonies particularly in the present Juncture." "It is proposed 1mo That his Majesty's Forces be withdrawn from Boston and immediately take possession of Long Island." Proposes also the fortification of Long Island and Rhode Island, and separate Independent Governments to be immediately constituted there by the authority of the British Legislature. Remarks on these proposals giving reasons for the same. Suggestions concerning several other provinces and "Final Remark on the whole. 3 large folio pages. Endorsed (both copies) :-A Systematical Plan for the LORD BARRINGTON to LORD DARTMOUTH. 1775, January 11. Cavendish Square.-Sends a paper received yesterday from General Gage. The writer was Lieutenant-Colonel of Royal Highlanders in the last war, now settled in some North American province. Autograph letter in the third person. 1 quarto page. Endorsed:-La Barrington Jany 1775 with a paper sent by Gen1 Gage. LORD BARRINGTON to LORD DARTMOUTH. 1775, January 11. Cavendish Square.-Considers it proper he should see the enclosed and states that the transport mentioned therein has arrived. Autograph letter in the third person. 4 lines. Endorsed:-Lord Barrington 11th Jany 1775, inclosing Extract of a Letter from Gen1 Gage, relative to the Supply of the Army with Necessaries. Enclosure: LIEUTENANT-GENERAL THOMAS GAGE to the Secretary at War [LORD BARRINGTON]. 1774, November 20. Boston.-" The Non-Importation Scheme having been adopted in the Colonies, & this Port shut up, it has been judged expedient to fall upon some method to get the troops supplied with the necessaries they will probably be in want of in the Spring of the Year: "--Mr Coffin having agreed to purchase at his own risk these necessaries if he could enter this port, Gage has ordered one of the transports to London to bring out the stores for the troops as this is allowable under the Boston Port Bill. Extract. 1 quarto pages. MATTHEW BOULTON to [LORD DARTMOUTH]. 1775, January 12. Soho, near Birmingham.-Relates proceedings of a meeting of Birmingham merchants dealing with America, setting y 82140. R forth their distress and determination to petition Parliament for redress, notwithstanding remonstrances offered by Doctor Roebuck and himself against such an unwise action. Encloses queries respecting this, drawn up by Doctor Roebuck and himself after this meeting and seeks to show their commercial inconveniences are not so great as they represent. Autograph letter signed. 3 quarto pages. JAMES BURROW to [LORD DARTMOUTH]. 1775, January 12.-Hopes his Lordship will confer with His Majesty on the enclosed paper. Autograph letter signed. With seal.folio page. Endorsed :-J. Burrow's Memorial to H. M. on American Affairs 12 Jan. 1775. Enclosure: JAMES BURROW to the KING. Memorial, dated January 1775, with a postscript dated 12 Original. 53 large folio pages. NATHANIEL WALKER to [LORD DARTMOUTH]. 1775, January 12. Newman Street.-Has just arrived from New York. Assures him of the tranquillity of the provinces and contradicts from personal observation the accounts given in newspapers. The disturbances are entirely due to a few people from different provinces aiding the Bostonians. Reluctance shewn in giving help for the support of Boston. Seven vessels arrived at Bristol from America in the last few days laden with wheat and flour, and twenty more expected. The "Asia and "Scarborough" men of war had arrived at Boston, as also the "Mercury" packet at York. Autograph letter signed. (The signature is over a previously written name.) 2 quarto pages. Endorsed:-Mr W--r's Account of American Affairs. 12 Jan. 1775. MINUTE OF CABINET. 1775, January 13.-Held at Lord Rochford's office. Agreed to recommend to the King the reinforcement of General Gage's army from Ireland, and suggests the acceptance of Brigadier Ruggle's proposal to raise a corps of irregulars. The propriety of restricting the American commerce in consequence of the association of the General Congress. Adviɛability of sending Commissioners over to negotiate for union with the colonies for the mutual interest of both parties. Draft. 14 folio page. Endorsed:-Dt of Minute. Ex. [ to LORD Dartmouth. 1775, January 13.-Letter signed Z Y X. Excuses himself from a personal interview. Informs him of the channel of his intelligence and |