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...
2Richard N. Thweatt to Thomas Jefferson, 30 November 1816 (Jefferson Papers)
Yours of the 22 nd inst. I received only three days ago—Being abscent in the country with my family prevented my receiving it before— With respect to your box, I had previously Sent it to Richmond , addressed to the care of Mr Gibson , whom I had seen, and who informed me that he would contrive it to you if I would send it over to you him —I trust by this time it has reached you in Safety—I...
3John D. Vaughan to Thomas Jefferson, 30 November 1816 (Jefferson Papers)
I fear you will think me bold in thus addressing a gentleman who does not know me; and who perhaps has never seen me. But y upon your benevolence and your intimacy with my father, Doctor John Vaughan of Wilmington Delaware I rely. Sir upon this ground I am emboldened to write to you and ask a favour which if granted shall never be forgotten. I wish to enter the Navy and I solicit you Sir to...