3301Minutes of Central College Board of Visitors, 11 May 1818 (Jefferson Papers)
At a regular meeting of the Visitors of the Central College on 11 th May 1818, at which Thomas Jefferson , James Madison , John H. Cocke , & Joseph C. Cabell , were present, it was agreed, that it being uncertain whether Thomas Cooper would accept the Professorship of Chemistry, in that the event of his not doing so, it would be expedient to procure a Professor of Mathematicks
3302Minutes of the Board of Visitors of the University of Virginia, [3 October 1825] (Madison Papers)
At a meeting of the Visitors of the University of Virginia at the said University on Monday the 3d. of Oct. 1825. at which were present Thomas Jefferson Rector, James Madison, James Breckenridge, Joseph C. Cabell, John H. Cocke, Chapman Johnson and George Loyall. In pursuance of the resolution of the board of the 5th. of March last, on the subject of a claim of mr. Bonnycastle to the discharge...
3303Minutes of the Central College Board of Visitors, 5 May 1817, document 1 in a group of documents on The Founding of the … (Jefferson Papers)
At a meeting of the Visitors of the Central college held at Charlottesville on the 5 th day of April May 1817. on a c all by three members, to wit, John Hartwell Cocke , Joseph C. Cabell & Th Jefferson , present James Monroe
3304Central College Donors and Founders to the University of Virginia Commissioners, [before 27 July 1818] (Jefferson Papers)
Whereas by an Act of the General Assembly for appropriating a part of the revenue of the literary fund to the endowment of an University and for the appointment of Commissioners to enquire & report to the legislature a proper site for the same, the said Commissioners are authorized “to receive any voluntary contributions whether conditional or absolute, whether in land, money, or other...
3305University of Virginia: Statement of Finances, 3 Apr. 1826, 3 April 1826 (Jefferson Papers)
75. Students of last year 85. New comers. 160. pay University rent @ 15.D. 2400 15 Outboarders 145 pay Dormitory rent @ 8.D 1160 3560 Annuity for 1826. 15,000 Salaries of 7. Professors 10,500 Rent of 6. Hotels 1,200 Law Professor 8. months
3306Minutes of the Board of Visitors of the University of Virginia, [4 March 1825] (Madison Papers)
At a special meeting of the Board of Visitors of the University, called by George Loyall, Chapman Johnson and Joseph C. Cabell while attending the late session of the legislature, and held at the University Mar. 4. 1825. Present Thomas Jefferson Rector, James Madison, George Loyall John H. Cocke, and Joseph C. Cabell. Resolved that in consideration of the delay which attended the opening of...
3307Minutes of the Board of Visitors of the Central College, 11 May 1818 (Madison Papers)
At a regular meeting of the Visitors of the Central College on 11th. May 1818, at which Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, John H. Cocke, & Joseph C. Cabell, were present, it was agreed, that it being uncertain whether Thomas Cooper would accept the Professorship of Chemistry, in the event of his not doing so, it would be expedient to procure a Professor of Mathematicks. It was also agreed to...
3308Minutes of the Board of Visitors of the University of Virginia, 4 October 1825 (Madison Papers)
The board met according to adjournment. Present the same members as yesterday. On complaint from the Faculty of certain riotous proceedings of some of the Students on the nights of Sep. 30. and Oct. 2. and of insults on some of the Professors the whole of the Students were called before the board of Visitors. They were exhorted to state to the board the facts which had taken place within their...
3309TJ & Brockenbrough: Text for handbill on University of Virginia, 8 May 1825, 8 May 1825 (Jefferson Papers)
University of Virginia. This institution was opened on the 7 th day of March 1825. it embraces a school 1. of antient languages. 2. Modern languages. 3. Mathematics. 4. Natural philosophy. 5. Natural history. 6. moral philosophy. 7. Anatomy and medecine. 8. Law and government, with distinct Professors to each. to be recieved into the school of Antient languages the applicant must be qualified...
3310Minutes of University of Virginia Board of Visitors, 4 October 1819 (Jefferson Papers)
At a meeting of the Visitors of the University of Virginia at the sd University on Monday the 4 th of September October 1819. present Thomas Jefferson , Robert Taylor , James Madison , Chapman Johnson
3311Notice of University of Virginia’s opening, 25 May 1824, 25 May 1824 (Jefferson Papers)
The University of Virginia. The period for opening this institution being ultimately fixed to the 1 st day of Feb. next, some previous information respecting it may be acceptable to the public, and useful to individuals who may have views of availing themselves of it’s benefits. and our press being on the spot, as it were, it seems incumbent on us particularly to give that information, which...
3312Minutes of the Board of Visitors of the University of Virginia, [7 April 1823] (Madison Papers)
A meeting of the Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia was held at the University on 7th: April 1823, at which were present Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, Chapman Johnson, George Loyall and Joseph C. Cabell. It was resolved that the Loan of sixty thousand dollars which the President and Directors of the Literary Fund were authorized by an Act of the last General Assembly to make to...
3313Central College Board of Visitors to James P. Preston, 6 January 1818 (Jefferson Papers)
The late Governor of the Commonwealth having thought proper to confide to us the office of Visitors of the Central College near Charlottesville , under an act of the legislature , establishing as it’s patron, the Governor for the time being, we deem it our duty to report to you our proceedings under that appointment, with the progress & prospects of that institution. The want of a seminary of...
3314Agreement between John M. Perry and Central College, 23 June 1817 (Jefferson Papers)
Articles of Agreement made and concluded this twenty third day of June one thousand eight hundred and seventeen between Alexander Garrett as Proctor of the Central College in Albemarle on the one part and John M. Perry on the other part, Witness, First, that a Pavilion or Schoolhouse being to be built for the said College on one of the lots of land purchased for the s d College of the said
3315Minutes of the Board of Visitors of the University of Virginia, 29 March 1819 (Madison Papers)
At a meeting of the Visitors of the University of Virginia at the said University on Monday the 29th. day of March 1819, being the day prescribed by the Governor for their first meeting, James Madison, Joseph C. Cabell, Chapman Johnson, James Breckenridge Robert Taylor, John H. Cocke and Thomas Jefferson attended. The board proceeding to the duties prescribed to them by the act of the General...
3316Minutes of the Board of Visitors of the University of Virginia, 6 October 1825 (Madison Papers)
The board met according to adjournment. Present the same members as yesterday. Resolved that mr. Johnson, mr. Cabell and mr. Loyall be appointed a Committee, whose duty it shall be to consider and enquire what system may be digested for the better government of the University; that they be especially charged with the duty of considering how far it may be practicable and prudent to connect with...
3317Minutes of University of Virginia Board of Visitors, 1 April [1821] (Jefferson Papers)
1820. 1821 Apr. 1. A special meeting of the Visitors of the University having been called in the month of February to be held on this day Apr. 1. signed by Th: Jefferson , James Madison , Chapman Johnson, Joseph C. Cabell , James Breckenridge
3318Minutes of Central College Board of Visitors, 28 July 1817 (Jefferson Papers)
At a called meeting of the Visitors of the Central College , held at the House of M r Madison in Orange , Thomas Jefferson , James Madison , John Hartwell Cocke , and Joseph C. Cabell , being present: The plan of the first Pavilion to be erected, and the proceedings thereupon, having been stated and agreed to It is agreed that application be made to Doctor Knox
3319Call for Meeting of University of Virginia Board of Visitors, 30 January–13 February 1821 (Jefferson Papers)
We the subscribers, visitors of the University of Virginia being of opinion that it will be to the interest of that institution to have an occasional meeting of the visitors , by special call, on the 1 st day of April next , do therefore appoint that day for such meeting, and request the attendance of the sd Visitors accordingly; personal notice being to be given to them respectively one week...
3320Enclosure: Advertisements for Peter Laporte’s Boardinghouse and Gerard E. Stack’s Charlottesville Academy, [by 11 June … (Jefferson Papers)
Education at Charlottesville . The subscriber, late of the Calfpasture in Augusta , has removed to Charlottesville , and there keeps a BOARDING HOUSE, for the accommodation of the pupils of the school for languages , opened by Mr. Stack , on the invitation of the Rector and friends of the University of Virginia
3321Minutes of the Board of Visitors of the University of Virginia, [4 October 1824] (Madison Papers)
At a meeting of the Visitors of the University, at the University on Monday the 4th. of October 1824. at which were present Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, James Breckenridge, John H. Cocke, George Loyall and Joseph C. Cabell. Resolved that the board ratify two purchases of land in front of the Rotunda purchased of Daniel A. Piper, and Mary A. F. his wife. Resolved that permission be given to...
3322Minutes of University of Virginia Board of Visitors, 1 April 1822 (Jefferson Papers)
At a meeting of the Visitors of the University of Virginia at the sd University on Monday the 1 st of April 1822 present Thomas Jefferson Rector, Joseph C. Cabell and John Hartwell Cocke , who not being sufficient to constitute a Quorum for business they adjourned indefinitely. Th: Jefferson Rector. Apr. 1. 1822. MS
3323University of Virginia Board of Visitors Report to Literary Fund President and Directors, 30 November 1821 (Jefferson Papers)
To the President & Directors of the Literary fund . In obedience to the act of the General assembly of Virginia , requiring that the Rector and Visitors of the University of Virginia should make report annually to the President and Directors of the Literary fund (to be laid before the legislature at their next succeeding session) embracing a full account of the disbursements, the funds on...
3324Meeting Minutes of University of Virginia Board of Visitors, 6 Oct. 1823, 6 October 1823 (Jefferson Papers)
A meeting of the Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia was held at the University on the 6 th Oct r 1823 at which were present Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, James Breckenridge, John H. Cocke, George Loyall, and Joseph C. Cabell. Resolved that the board approves of the contract entered into with Giacomo Raggi for furnishing bases of Marble of Carrara for the Columns of the Rotunda....
3325Minutes of University of Virginia Board of Visitors, 29 March 1819 (Jefferson Papers)
At a meeting of the Visitors of the University of Virginia at the said University on Monday the 29 th day of March 1819. being the day prescribed by the Governor for their first meeting, James Madison , Joseph C. Cabell , Chapman Johnson , James Breckenridge Robert Taylor ,
3326Enclosure: Account with Craven Peyton, [ca. 5 March 1821] (Jefferson Papers)
D 1817. Feb. 7. loan 1500 Int. to Oct. 26. 1820. 3 Y.–261 D 334. 36 1834. 36 D 1818. Dec. 1283. ℔ pork @ 8.50 D 109. 05 1820.
3327Memorandum Books, 1821 (Jefferson Papers)
Jan. 7. Hhd. xp. .25. 14. Drew on B. Peyton in favr. Joseph Gilmore 27.D. being the balance due Gilmore this day. 27. Inclosed to P. Gibson my note to the Virga. bank for eleven hundred and D. for renewal. 28. Nace sewers 1. 31.
3328Agreement by John M. Perry to Sell Lands to Central College, 7 November 1818 (Jefferson Papers)
Articles of Agreement entered into this seventh day of November 1818 Between John M Perry of the one part and Nelson Barksdale Proctor of the Central College of the other part Witnesseth, that the said John M Perry for and in consideration of the sums of money hereafter mentioned to be paid him by the said Nelson Barksdale hath granted, bargained and sold, and by these presents doth grant,...
3329Joseph C. Cabell’s Memorandum on the Introduction to the “Anas,” 9 April 1818 (Jefferson Papers)
On 31 st March 1818 , I was drawn to Monticello by my duties as a Visitor of the Central College . M r Jefferson then put into my hands for perusal a manuscript covering four and a half sheets of letter paper, entituled Explanations of the 3 volumes in marble paper . It was a commentary written by himself on Marshall ’s life of Washington .
3330Minutes of University of Virginia Board of Visitors, 2 April 1821 (Jefferson Papers)
At a meeting of Visitors of the University of Virginia at the sa said University on Monday the 2 d of April 1821. present Th: Jefferson Rector, James Breckenridge , Chapman Johnson & James Madison . A
3331Meeting Minutes of University of Virginia Board of Visitors, 4–5 Oct. 1824, 4 October 1824 (Jefferson Papers)
At a meeting of the Visitors of the University, at the University on Monday 4 th of October 1824. at which were present Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, James Breckenridge, John H. Cocke, George Loyall and Joseph C. Cabell. Resolved that the board ratify two purchases of land in front of the Rotunda purchased of Daniel A. Piper, and Mary A. F. his wife. Resolved that permission be given to...
3332Meeting Minutes of University of Virginia Board of Visitors, 7 Oct. 1822, 7 October 1822 (Jefferson Papers)
At a meeting of the Visitors of the University of Virginia at the said University on Monday the 7 th of Oct 1822. Present Thomas Jefferson Rector, James Breckenridge, Joseph C. Cabell, John H. Cocke and James Madison. Resolved that the Proctor be instructed to enter into conferences with such skilful and responsible undertakers as he would approve, for the building of the Library, on the plan...
3333Memorandum Books, 1819 (Jefferson Papers)
Jan. 1. Mr. Eppes’s Martin for thorn haws .50. 5. Hhd. xp. 1.D. 10. Hhd. exp. .20. 15. Pd. E. Bacon for Wm. Bacon for 11. turkies @ 4/3 7.80 and 11. Guinea fowls @ .20 2.20 = 10.D. 19. On a settlement with Joseph Gilmore, he is allowed credit 42.25. for bringing up articles for me by water. 21.
3334Memorandum Books, 1823 (Jefferson Papers)
Jan. 1. Charity to Indians 1.D. 5. Hhd. xp. .50 Ned sewers 1.D. hhd. xp. .25. 10. Assumed Edm. Meek’s order to G. W. Nicholas for 31.72 due Jan. 8. Charity 1.D. Huntington books 1.D. 11. Hhd. xp. .50. 17. Promised to be security for John Gorman for 200 D. payable in 12. months. 18.
3335Minutes of Central College Board of Visitors, 8 October 1817 (Jefferson Papers)
at a meeting of the Visitors & c Certain letters from Doctor Tho s Cooper to Th: Jefferson , dated Sep. 17. & 19. received since the meeting of yesterday being communicated to the board of Visitors , and taken into consideration with his former letter of Sep. 16.
3336Minutes of the Board of Visitors of the Central College, 5 May 1817 (Madison Papers)
At a meeting of the Visitors of the Central college held at Charlottesville on the 5th. day of May 1817. on a call by three members, to wit, John Hartwell Cocke, Joseph C. Cabell & Th Jefferson, present James Monroe, James Madison, John H. Cocke, and Th: Jefferson. The records of the trustees of the Albemarle academy, in lieu of which the Central college is established, were recieved from...
3337Memorandum Books, 1825 (Jefferson Papers)
Jan. 4. The wines recd. from Dodge & Oxnard Dec. 14. & this day for myself for T.I.R. total vin rouge de Bergasse. 150
3338Minutes of the Board of Visitors of the University of Virginia, 4 October 1819 (Madison Papers)
At a meeting of the Visitors of the University of Virginia at the sd. University on Monday the 4th. of October 1819. present Thomas Jefferson, Robert Taylor, James Madison, Chapman Johnson & John Hartwell Cocke. Resolved that instead of the Hotel, which had been directed to be built in this present year by the Visitors of the Central College, at their meeting of Feb. 26. & approved by this...
3339Enclosure: List of Books to be Acquired by de Bure Frères, [ca. 19 April 1821] (Jefferson Papers)
Dionis Cassii Historia Romana. ed. Sturtz . Lips 8 vo Quintus Calaber . Gr. Lat. 8 vo Pauw . Lug. Bat. 1734. Theocritus . Gr. Lat. cum scholiis Graecis. 8 vo Oxon.
3340University of Virginia Board of Visitors to Virginia’s Senators and Representatives in Congress, 30 November 1821 (Jefferson Papers)
We learn that it is in contemplation with other seminaries of science in the US. to petition Congress at their ensuing session for a repeal of the duty on books imported from abroad. this tax, so injurious to the progress of literature, concerning nearly the interests of those for whose benefit our state has established the institution committed to our charge, we think it our duty to cooperate...
3341Deposition in Robin, Polly and Henry, persons of colour v. Jacob King, 2 May 1825, 2 May 1825 (Jefferson Papers)
The deposition of Thomas Jefferson taken at his House in the County of Albemarle this second day of May in the year One thousand eight hundred and Twenty five, to be read as evidence in a suit depending in the Superior Court of law holden for the County of Wythe wherein Robin, Polly & Henry who sue in former pauperis are Plts—and Jacob King is Def t agreeable to notice hereto annexed—The said...
3342Bond of University of Virginia Board of Visitors to Literary Fund President and Directors, 3 August 1821 (Jefferson Papers)
Know all men by these presents that we Thomas Jefferson , rector and James Breckenridge , James Madison , Joseph C. Cabell , John H. Cocke , Chapman Johnson and Robert B. Taylor , visitors of the University of Virginia , are held & firmly bound to the President & Directors of the Literary fund in the sum of sixty thousand Dollars
3343Albemarle County Court Order in Jefferson v. Gilmore, 4 September 1821 (Jefferson Papers)
Thomas Jefferson Plaintiff against } Upon an Attachment Joseph Gilmer Defendant The Plaintiff having obtained an attachment against the Defendant for the sum of Ten pounds and the Sheriff haveing returned the attachment executed on one negro girl Cornelia of the estate of the said Defendant ; the Defendant
3344University of Virginia: Application of the Funds of the University of Va., ca. 31 Dec. 1823?, 31 December 1823 (Jefferson Papers)
Application of the funds. 1820. D Funds of the University Apr. Debts 10,000 Apr. 1. 1 st loan 40,000 Dec. 31. To compleat the 7. Pavilions & 31. Domitories first built 18,000 Oct. d o 20,000 Caps & bases of 60 Tuscan & 6. Doric columns 766.
3345Enclosure: Southern Elevation of Poplar Forest by John Neilson, [before 2 November 1819] (Jefferson Papers)
MS ( ViU: TJP ; Nichols, Architectural Drawings Frederick Doveton Nichols, Thomas Jefferson’s Architectural Drawings , 1961; 5th ed., 1984 , 42 [no. 351]); in Neilson ’s hand; inked, shaded, and tinted; on coordinate paper; undated.
3346Minutes of the Board of Visitors of the Central College, 8 October 1817 (Madison Papers)
At a meeting of the Visitors &c. 8. Oct: 1817. Certain letters from Doctor Thos. Cooper to Th: Jefferson, dated Sep. 17. & 19. received since the meeting of yesterday being communicated to the board of Visitors, and taken into consideration with his former letter of Sep. 16. they are of opinion that it will be for the interest of the College to modify the terms of agreement which might be...
3347Memo re. Salaries of U.Va. Professors, Nov.-Dec. 1824, November 1824 (Jefferson Papers)
The salaries of the Professors were to commence from the day of their embarcation at 1500. D. a year. Mess rs Dunglison, Key & Bonnycastle embarked at London on the 27 th of October each recieved £50. sterl. advance on account of salary which is 220. D. at par, as it should be settled without regard to the fluctuations of exchange. from Oct. 27. to Dec. 31. inclusive are 66. days, which @ 1500...
3348Meeting Minutes of University of Virginia Board of Visitors, 4-5 Mar. 1825, 4 March 1825 (Jefferson Papers)
At a special meeting of the Board of Visitors of the University, called by George Loyall, Chapman Johnson and Joseph C. Cabell while attending the late session of the legislature, and held at the University Mar. 4. 1825. Present Thomas Jefferson Rector, James Madison, George Loyall John H. Cocke, and Joseph C. Cabell. Resolved that in consideration of the delay which attended the opening of...
3349Minutes of University of Virginia Board of Visitors, 29–30 November 1821 (Jefferson Papers)
At a meeting of the Visitors of the University of Virginia by special call on Thursday the 29 th of November 1821. at the University , two members only attending, towit Thomas Jefferson and Chapman Johnson , they adjourned to the next day. November 30. present Thomas Jefferson ,
3350University of Virginia: directions for making a clock and bell, 4 June 1826, 4 June 1826 (Jefferson Papers)
Instructions for the government of the Artist in making the Clock for the University of Virginia. The bell is to weigh 400.℔, which it is supposed will ensure it’s being heard 1½ mile under any circumstance of weather. The distance of the hollow cylinder in which the weights are to descend, and it’s oblique direction from the dial plate has rendered necessary an outline of the ground plate and...