1From Thomas Jefferson to Albert Gallatin, 12 July 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
1. Peyton Skipwith’s letter. I approve of the proposition to authorize the Collector of St. Mary’s or Savanna to permit vessels to bring to St. Mary’s such supplies as in his opinion are really wanted for the individuals applying, and where he has entire confidence no fraud will be committed. but the vessels should be reasonably proportioned to the cargo. should this be extended to...