1William Sampson to Thomas Jefferson, 30 November 1816 (Jefferson Papers)
M r Geo Ensor An old friend fellow student and Colleague of mine, whom I formerly knew for a gentleman and scholar, sent me lately in memory of our antient friendship, several works of his pen. He requested me if I thought such a gift Could be acceptable to you to forward a Copy of that entitled, “Defects of the English Law,” and one of that entitled “ on National Government.” In looking for...
2William Sampson to Thomas Jefferson, 13 July 1819 (Jefferson Papers)
Your approbation of Tone ’s Tract gives me sincere pleasure. But I am Sure it would produce ten fold effect if your fellow citizens knew your estimation of it. And as this Could be exp r essed in no terms so genuine as your own I am almost emboldened to request your permission to make your letter public. If this cannot be granted I hope that my motive being the public Good and not merely...
3William Sampson to Thomas Jefferson, 9 February 1817 (Jefferson Papers)
Your very obliging and interesting letter was sent after me from New York . I cannot thank you enough for so great a favor. I hope I have not transgressed in Suffering a part of it to be published in the national intelligencer where it will appear tomorrow. It was done at the desire and upon Consultation with some that respect you most, The time pressed and the accession of force to what I may...
4To Thomas Jefferson from William Sampson, 12 December 1807 (Jefferson Papers)
In requesting your acceptance of a copy of my Memoirs, I presume little upon the merit of the work but much upon your benevolence Although written in a style too light and too popular to fuel the wisdom of the Philosopher or the Statesman, yet in the present crisis some facts may be found which the Statesman may turn to profit. But my chief wish is, that you may be disposed to receive it as a...
5William Sampson to Thomas Jefferson, 9 January 1817 (Jefferson Papers)
I have received your favor of the 30 th Ult o And Am glad that the expression of “shortening the process by appealing to our own Opinions” came so apropos to sanction the part I had in the enclosed address to the people of the United States from the Society for promoting domestic manufactures I should be proud and happy if our Sentiments objects and proceedings should meet your approbation in...
6To Thomas Jefferson from William Sampson, 26 October 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
I am desired by my brother to present you with a copy of his Survey of Londonderry the County he inhabits If ever your Curiosity should lead you to think of our unfortunate Country, you will find in this work a faithful portrait. The author will at all events be flattered by your acceptance of the only token it is in his power to offer of his esteem and admiration I have the honor to be Sir...
7William Sampson to Thomas Jefferson, 10 June 1819 (Jefferson Papers)
By the mail of this day I take the liberty of sending you a copy of “an essay on the necessity of improving our national forces.” This work is from the pen of the son of my brave and distinguished friend Theobald Wolfe Tone , who fought, and when fighting could no longer avail, died for his Country . His son inherits his virtues and with them the affections of his father’s friends. After his...
8William Sampson to Thomas Jefferson, 26 November 1816 (Jefferson Papers)
An antient colleague and fellow student of mine has, in sending me as an authors gift several Copies of his political works, made it a request that I should present one of them to you; entitled , “ On National Government .” I have so recently received these donations that I have not had time yet to peruse them, nor should I willingly presume to forestall your better judgement upon the merit of...