51To Thomas Jefferson from Robert Smith, 23 May 1807 (Jefferson Papers)
I have the pleasure of informing you that a letter to Norfolk will reach the Chesapeake in time & that Mr Higgins can draw on me as before for the amount of your purchase Respecty DLC : Papers of Thomas Jefferson.
52To Thomas Jefferson from Robert Smith, 2 March 1809 (Jefferson Papers)
Dr. Shaw who was nominated as a Surgeon in the navy has withdrawn his application. I beg leave to mention to you the name of Doctor Jasper Hand in his place. Doct. Hand was nominated a surgeon’s mate at the same time that Doct Shaw was nominated a Surgeon: tho’ by a mistake in his name made by the gentlemen who recommended him, his name was written Jesse instead of Jasper Hand his real name.—...
53To Thomas Jefferson from Robert Smith, 19 March 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
I forgot to ask you this morning whether the hint about returning in the Revenge was not in the private letter from Genl Armstrong to yourself—We cannot find it in any of the publick letters—This information Mr. Madison wants Respectfy DLC : Papers of Thomas Jefferson.
54To Thomas Jefferson from Robert Smith, 28 May 1805 (Jefferson Papers)
I take the liberty of sending to you the enclosed letter. It explains itself. Respectfully Your Hmble Servt DLC : Papers of Thomas Jefferson.
55To Thomas Jefferson from Robert Smith, 21 August 1805 (Jefferson Papers)
Should you approve of the appointment of Mr. Jno Williams to a lieutenancy in the corps of Marines, I request your signature to the enclosed commission. The letters herewith transmitted will explain to you Mr William’s qualifications. I have the honor to be with great respect Sir, yr mo ob s. DLC : Papers of Thomas Jefferson.
56To Thomas Jefferson from Robert Smith, 10 March 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
From Mr. Tazewells letter it appears that the Evidence addresd in these trials will not soon be transmitted to us. When received it will be forwarded you. Then you will be enabled to judge of the propriety of the several Sentences of the Courts Martial—Respectfy DLC : Papers of Thomas Jefferson.
57To Thomas Jefferson from Robert Smith, 23 March 1807 (Jefferson Papers)
The Brig Dolly not belonging to the Navy Dept I return to you Mr Brooks note—I presume she is a Revenue Cutter. The Case of Vail will be duly attended to. His letter of Application I will answer. Respecty. DLC : Papers of Thomas Jefferson.
58To Thomas Jefferson from Robert Smith, 20 July 1807 (Jefferson Papers)
The enclosed just received I submit to you—I have pleasure in informing you that the Carpenters sent from our Navy Yard have returned and that they have completed all the Carpenters work necessary for the repair of the Chesapeake— From the enclosed printed & manuscript extract it would seem that the Schooner had been sent for the Leopard & that the Leopard has gone to Halifax— Affy. & Respy....
59To Thomas Jefferson from Robert Smith, 14 October 1807 (Jefferson Papers)
For ordnance & military stores, comprehending cannon, ball, small arms, powder, salt petre, sulphur, &c. For Canvas, cordage, timber, Copper &c. For the employment of seamen not estimated or appropriated for—& For the extra expence incurred in consequence of the order to fill up the Marine Corps— The expence is estimated at abt. 800,000$ The sum of 800,000$ is conjectural—The returns of...
60To Thomas Jefferson from Robert Smith, 14 June 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
The enclosed letters relate to capt Truxtun’s medal—I ask the favor of your determination upon that subject. I have the honor to be with great respect sir yr ob: Sr. DLC : Papers of Thomas Jefferson.