1From Thomas Jefferson to John Barnes, 2 September 1797 (Jefferson Papers)
I have to acknolege the reciept of your favors of July 26. and Aug. [10.] the former covering your account to July 24. balance in my favor 6[…] since which your’s of Aug. 10. advises the acceptance of my draught in favor of […] Lott for 47.25 which consequently leaves me in your hands only 14.36. This is exclusive of Mr. Short’s dividends left in your hand for his purposes. Having now to pay...
2To Thomas Jefferson from Volney, 2 September 1797 (Jefferson Papers)
Malgré la facilité et Même la brièveté du chemin de chez Vous ici, je Suis arrivé à une heure après Midi Si rôti, Si meurtri Si fatigué que j’ai à peine la force de Vous ecrire pour Vous remercier du bon Vieux guide et des deux chevaux qu’il remene[ra] demain en bon etat. Il est probable que je N’aurai point occasion de Vous ecrire plus amplement avant Mon retour à philadelphie. Votre...
3[Diary entry: 2 September 1797] (Washington Papers)
2. Calm in the forenoon & very warm—Mer. being at 91. In the afternoon a little rain fell here for a few minutes & apparently a good deal elsewhere.