While balancing on the mission to England, and searching for a person to whom the interesting negotiation with that government should be confided, the mind of the chief magistrate was directed, among others, to this gentleman.[30] He carried with him out of office,[31] the same cordial esteem for his character, and respect for his talents, which had induced his appointment.
[Footnote 30: The apprehensions entertained by the opposition that Colonel Hamilton would be appointed on the embassy to England were extreme.

Among the letters to General Washington, are some from members of each branch of the legislature, advising against the mission generally, and dissuading him from the appointment of Colonel Hamilton particularly, in terms which manifest a real opinion that the best interests of the nation would be sacrificed by such an appointment.

Colonel Hamilton himself recommended Mr.
Jay.] [Footnote 31: See note No.

X.at the end of the volume.] [Sidenote: Is succeeded by Mr.Wolcott.] The vacant office of secretary of the treasury was filled by Mr.
Wolcott, of Connecticut, a gentleman of sound judgment, who was well versed in its duties.

He had served as comptroller for a considerable time, and in that situation, had been eminently useful to the head of the department.
The report of the select committee recommended additional objects for internal taxation, and that the temporary duties already imposed should be rendered permanent.