201John Barnes to Thomas Jefferson, 2 May 1814 (Jefferson Papers)
since the close of my letter & deposit in the post Office— I waited on the Cash r of Bank of Columbia —for information respecting Subsc r ibing to the loan—he informed me—this being the last day for receiving Offer, & terms— he was then preparing his— an in order to wait on the Sect y of the Treasury .—he had two distinct offers to make—viz a 85½ & 88; and lest a further delay might protract...
202John Barnes to Thomas Jefferson, 4 June 1813 (Jefferson Papers)
On mature reflection I have thought, your paying for those four years passed 8 per C t Int—on Gen l K —$4,500 (transferred to your a/c with him ) —without being Allowed—on that Acco t the Amo t of an extra premium and expences the Gen l must have been at, in the purchase of some Other Public stock, that would immediately produce the like Interest, for Instance, the Bank of Col a
203To Thomas Jefferson from John Barnes, 28 March 1804 (Jefferson Papers)
I have already-handed Genl Muhlenberg the Amt of his Duties & frt a/c $23.57—retained Minute thereof as well. Capt Hands acknowledgmt of the packages—an Order to Assertain the several Costs on each, on their Arrival here, to the debit of the President & Mr Madison. With great Respect, I am sir your most Obed. H st RC ( MHi ); at foot of text: “The President U States.”
204John Barnes to Thomas Jefferson, 27 February 1814 (Jefferson Papers)
On receipt of your fav r 23 d recd last Evening, I have by this days Mail wrote to my friend in Philad a (not to Alarm him in Case of any suspicion, as to the Cause) for his Advice & directions respecting the disposal of a few Shares (say ten) —of Penn a Bank Stock, for a friend of mine—and sh d the Offer be Acceptable the Curr t & selling price terms & tc
205To Thomas Jefferson from Joseph Barnes, 4 March 1800 (Jefferson Papers)
Tho’ I have not Since in Europe had the happiness of receiving a Line from you Mr. Jefferson, yet esteeming you not merely my chief Patron, but the Great Patron of the Liberal principles of Philosophy, Republicanism, Virtue, & Universal Philanthropy, gratitude impels me to address you as Occurrent circumstances indicate— Having given my Sentiments generally in my Last dated Octr. 25th. 1799. &...
206To Thomas Jefferson from John Barnes, 3 October 1797 (Jefferson Papers)
I am this Instant favoured with yours, 25th Ulto: and Note your Additional draft, to the Order of Messrs. C. Johnston & Co: for $650. as well $210. to the Credit of Mr. P. Lott. Very fortunately, the inclosed pamphlett, (which you request,) was some few days since, left with me—in the state you find it. Mr. H—has assuredly, reduced his Consequence, to the most degrading and Contemptable point...
207John Barnes to Thomas Jefferson, 11 July 1817 (Jefferson Papers)
since my Return, I have revised your Acco t & thereby corrected an error of mine in your fav r of $12. now adjusted—and herewith, inclose you a perfect statem t by which I remain your Debter $11—doll r — M r Milligans Note , bespeakes his good intention—but I dare not wait—its final issue—I shall however daily Urge the delivery— M r Wheat , handed me your fav r
208John Barnes to Thomas Jefferson, 3 October 1812 (Jefferson Papers)
I avail myself on this Occasion to Ask the fav r of your Order, on the Cashier of Bank of Penn a for Gen l Kosiusko’s 6. M os Dividend due 1 st July —and however distressing the present Awfull times are I hope and trust—you injoy your Usual health, may a Continuance of so great a Blessing await your most sanguine wishes.— most Respectfully and very sincerily
209Statement of Account with Thomas Carpenter, 1 July 1801 (Jefferson Papers)
Thomas Jefferson Esq. 1801 To Thomas Carpenter Dr. May 1.— Dr C To Facing an under Waistcoat with Silk 1.25 To a pr. of twilled fancy Cord Breeches, pearl buttons 7.25 To Making a Coat, trimings lining and Stays for the Coachman }
210Enclosure: John Barnes: Account with Thomas Jefferson, [ca. 11 July 1817] (Jefferson Papers)
John Barnes , In ℀ with Thomas Jefferson Esqr — 1814 Sep r 2 d Of Gibson & Jefferson Rich d recd
211To Thomas Jefferson from John Barnes, 24 May 1800 (Jefferson Papers)
On your departure, I set abt. Collecting and Arranging your several items & packages,—all but to dates & tongues. (not to be had.) have now the pleasure handing you particulars—as well a/c to this day. EE.— —Mr Sheaff, on whom I called several times, as Often Assured me, his packages—would be ready at an hours notice—to Morrow & to Morrow: seemed to triffle with me, and when I asked to see...
212John Barnes to Thomas Jefferson, 22 March 1819 (Jefferson Papers)
I have the pleasure to Acknowledge— your Esteemed fav r 14 th — should any explanation—of mine to be necessary—in the statem t of my several Acco ts —or any Agency—wherein I could be Usefull—in Aid of the Administrator— Gen l Cocke —or should his presence be Necessary here—
213John Barnes to Thomas Jefferson, 29 April 1813 (Jefferson Papers)
With Reference to the want of intelligence from Gen l Kosciusko —I inclose you herewith M r Geo: Williams of Baltimore his letter to me dated 29 Jan y for y r goverment as well, on Acco t of making a further Remittance (if advisable.) in course of the insuing Month—no Latter Acco t
214John Barnes to Thomas Jefferson, 6 January 1813 (Jefferson Papers)
I am Hon d by your fav r 25 th Ult o Respecting the present situation of your Mills now under engagem t with M r Randolph . for One Year (date not specified.) M r
215John Barnes to Thomas Jefferson, 22 April 1815 (Jefferson Papers)
I am anxiously waiting to hear from the good Gen l on his receiving the proceeds of the £400 ster g remitted him July last on Mess r Baring Brothers & C o London —as well to renew a Remittance early in May for a like sum— I should prefer a Bill on London —in preferance to one on Paris even if the exchange should be on equal terms. the difference in Negotiation is made up—in point of...
216Enclosure: John Barnes’s Account with Tadeusz Kosciuszko, 26 November 1816 (Jefferson Papers)
Genl. Thad s Kosciusko in a/c. with John Barnes for Sale of Treasury notes bearing 5⅔ pr. ct. Int. and payable 21 st April, 1816 . March 21 1816 . To C. Smith , Esqr.
217To Thomas Jefferson from John Barnes, 2 September 1805 (Jefferson Papers)
No advice or Appearance of Mr Madisons dft. on me, or that of the President,—but daily expected.—Note of the 3d July payable 1/4 for $2000—the Notice came 2 days earlier than had been Noticed in my Memorm. fortunately the very day (in time) for paymt.—when that and the $1600 at B of C. Messrs. J & H. for $253.33 &c. are Accomplished—Mr LeMaire shall be furnished wth. the residue. My wine...
218John Barnes to Thomas Jefferson, 20 April 1812 (Jefferson Papers)
since I had the pleasure of receiving your fav r of the 9 th covering one addressed to Mr John A Morton —in Care of M r Williams — Baltimore which, I forwarded per same mail— I am most agreably fav
219Memorandum from John Barnes, 9 December 1801 (Jefferson Papers)
Memdm. from this statemt. if Correct— Exclusive of the within Balance $1656.72. M Lewis Note of the 9th: Novr.— a 60 days become payble: 10 Jany } for 1000. 2656.72. To meet which, the Compensation due 4th. Jany. recevable 7th Jany }
220John Barnes to Thomas Jefferson, 27 June 1812 (Jefferson Papers)
Davys report of the loss—in part of his provisions for himself—induced me to afford him a supply in Cash—equal his wants untill his Return home— viz two & one half —Dollars only— It gave me great pleasure to learn by him, of yours—and the good families perfect health, to whom to be pleased—tender my respects, and Accept D r Sir my sincere wishes for a happy Continuance of that most essential...
221John Barnes to Thomas Jefferson, 18 December 1814 (Jefferson Papers)
My last Respects, was of the 6 th Ins t since when— your Scrip Certificate for $10.000—has been left with M r Nourse to be Consolidated in the Amo t of $12,500—6 ⅌Ct stock, at the Rate—of 80$ advance for $100 stock—in your Name— of course, it will require your Gen l Power of Att y to receive the Int. due the 1
222John Barnes to Thomas Jefferson, 29 April 1813 (Jefferson Papers)
This will be handed you, by my friend and neighbour M r John Eliason , whom I had the Honor of introducing to you by letter the 6 th Jan y —respecting your Mills & c as to a partnership—as noticed—I presume would not be agreable to either—party—but should M r Randolph —be inclined to relinquish the business—whatever might be the condition agreed on either, with you, or M
223John Barnes to Thomas Jefferson, 9 December 1812 (Jefferson Papers)
I address you Sir at the Instance and on behalf of M r John Eliason of this place—a worthy good Man—Accustomed to the Manufacture of flour—Sole Owner of a Salt Mills at Bladensburg superindended by his son, a sober, decent, industrous Young Man— M r E. has been informed that M r Shoemaker & Son —had both forfeited (most shamefully ) their engagem
224Enclosure: John Barnes’s Account (as Agent of Thomas Jefferson) with Tadeusz Kosciuszko, 21 March 1816 (Jefferson Papers)
D r Gen l Thad s Kosciusko In ℀ with John Barnes , Agent to T. Jefferson Esq r for a/ Sales in US. Treasury Notes & purchase in Colum
225To Thomas Jefferson from John Barnes, 24 August 1801 (Jefferson Papers)
Mr Andrews after two Messages—sent his Assistant to inform me, the ornaments were securely packed up. in one large Case & 3. middle size Boxes. I prevailed with him to go with them—that very Eveng. (Friday.) or early next morning from the point—to Alexandria in order—if possible—to meet Mr. Wanscher who perhaps had not yet left that port, or—in Case he had left it, to see them shipped on...
226John Barnes to Thomas Jefferson, 2 April 1821 (Jefferson Papers)
My Valued friend M r Parr , an English Gent n of Science & fortune , passionately fond of this fav d country, has induced him to incounter many inconvenings to satisfy his Anxious wishes—a transit View—(of Country — Laws . Men & Manners
227John Barnes to Thomas Jefferson, 12 October 1819 (Jefferson Papers)
My friend Doct r Joshua White —a Native of this place whose settled residence for 18 yrs passed has been at Savannah —and for 10 yrs an Established & successfull Merchant of the latter—2 or 3 yrs on a tour thro’ England Scotland & c —and now, on his return to Savannah via Charlottesville —to Staunton —wishing for an introdu c