1From James Madison to Albert Gallatin, 11 October 1802 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
11 October 1802, Department of State. Encloses a “Copy of a letter, concerning the Ship Windsor, which I received some time ago from Mr. Thornton, and must ask the favor of you to cause such further enquiries in the case complained of to be set on foot as you may think will be useful.” Letterbook copy ( DNA : RG 59, DL , vol. 14). 1 p. The enclosure was probably Edward Thornton to JM, 27 Aug....
2To James Madison from Isaac Briggs, 11 October 1802 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
11 October 1802, Baltimore. “I take the liberty of sending for deposit in thy office, as evidence of another invention of my brother Samuel, the enclosed Specification and affirmation. After fully submitting it to the test of experiment, he intends, if it succeeds, to solicit a patent.” Requests an acknowledgment of this letter “directed to Brookeville, Maryland.” Letterbook copy and copy of...
3To James Madison from Richard O’Brien, 11 October 1802 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
11 October 1802, Algiers. Reports the arrival on 6 Oct. of Captain Morris and four of his crew from Tripoli. “Two of his Crew being British and 2 french were Claimed and given up at Tripoli to the Consuls of their nations.” At O’Brien’s request, the dey of Algiers requested the freedom of the American crew on 5 and 7 July from the pasha of Tripoli, who could not refuse the dey’s “friendly and...
4To James Madison from Richard O’Brien, 11 October 1802 (Madison Papers)
On the Evening of The 6th. Inst. arrived at Algiers in 16 days from Tripoli Capt Morris his mate and Three mariners two of his Crew being British and 2 french were Claimed and given up at Tripoli to the Consuls of their nations—this American Crew were applyed for by letter by the dey of Algiers at my request in The name of The UStates, on the 5th. and 7th. of July to be given up to him by the...
5From Thomas Jefferson to William Bache, 11 October 1802 (Jefferson Papers)
I am to pay you £10. for Polly Carr, making, with the balance due yourself 143.33 D you will of course drop me a line as soon as you shall have fixed a day for your departure, and the money shall be lodged in mr Jefferson’s hands before you will be there. we wish you to be at your destination before the French take possession. if they have sent troops from France on that destination as is said...
6To Thomas Jefferson from Louise d’Egremont Brongniart, 11 October 1802 (Jefferson Papers)
Mme Brongniart est extrêmement reconnaissante des souhaits que monsieur Le president a la bonté de former pour le succès de son voyage. Elle s’empressera à son arrivée de remettre elle même à Mr Livingston la lettre de monsieur Le president dont elle se charge avec le plus grand plaisir. Madame Brongniart is extremely grateful for the president’s kind wishes for the success of her journey. She...
7To Thomas Jefferson from Albert Gallatin, 11 October 1802 (Jefferson Papers)
I enclose the resignation of the surveyor of the customs at Smithfield, an out post attached to Norfolk. The office is trifling; yet it may be acceptable to some person there who ought to have it. If you have any correspondent in that vicinity who can give information, it will relieve me from the inconvenience of writing to the Collector Mr Davies. With respect & attachment Your obedt. Servt....
8To Thomas Jefferson from Albert Gallatin, 11 October 1802 (Jefferson Papers)
I have the honor to enclose a letter of the Commissioner of the revenue, enclosing a copy of the resignation of the Supervisor of Delaware . From the state of the collection of duties in that District, it does not appear necessary that the Office should be continued any longer: but although the acceptance of Mr. Truett’s resignation, without filling the vacancy, will produce the effect; yet it...
9Statement of Account with John March, 11 October 1802 (Jefferson Papers)
Thomas Jefferson, Esqr 1802 To J: March July 8 To Binding Wood’s Administration of Adams, 8vo $ 00.75 " Binding Philosophie de Kant , 8vo. 00.75 15 Putting in extra boards 6 vols: 8vo.—State Papers, &c 1.50 " Do 1 vol: folio Do 1.00
10Memorandum from the State Department, [on or before 18 October 1802] (Jefferson Papers)
Memorandum for the President. Peter Muhlenberg, Collector of the Customs for the District of Pennsa. Commn. dated 28 July 1802 William R. Lee, Collector for Salem & Beverly 31 July— Daniel Bissell, Do. for Massac 11 Augt. Do. Do. Inspector of the Revenue for Do. 11th Joseph Farley Jr. Collector for the District of Waldoborough } 25 Augt. Do. Do. Inspector of the Revenue for Do.