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Fracas at Elizabeth Town

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Type

Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document

Description

Hamilton has investigated the disturbance at Elizabeth Town and has ascertained that the conduct of the two involved officers was misrepresented. They in fact behaved in a prudent and gentlemanly manner. Advised Smith contact the editor of the local papers and clarify their account.

Date

03/27/1800

Sent from

New York

Document number

1800032737200

Notable persons

William S Smith
Alexander Hamilton
editor
soldiers
Courtlandt
Livingston

Notable locations

New York
Elizabethtown
Elizabeth Town
New Jersey

Notable items

letter
enclosure
public papers