51To Thomas Jefferson from John Barnes, 6 August 1807 (Jefferson Papers)
I hope Sir, this will meet you in perfect health, with the good families at Monticello—In pursuance of the directions I had the honor of reciving, on my return from Washington the 1st: Instant. Namely yr. Bank Ck. in my favr: dated this day for $1301— —the following are the distributions conformable thereto viz— To Wm: Pennock, at Norfolk } transmd. ⅌ this days mail 500. " Jones &...
52To Thomas Jefferson from John Barnes, 3 March 1809 (Jefferson Papers)
The President of the UStates. his Monthly Average a/c of Interest. wth John Barnes from 1st: Mar 1808 to Fy 1809. 1808 Mar 1st. To amt Balance $ 2490.16.
53Statement of Account with Thomas Carpenter, 1 July 1801 (Jefferson Papers)
Thomas Jefferson Esq. 1801 To Thomas Carpenter Dr. May 1.— Dr C To Facing an under Waistcoat with Silk 1.25 To a pr. of twilled fancy Cord Breeches, pearl buttons 7.25 To Making a Coat, trimings lining and Stays for the Coachman }
54To Thomas Jefferson from John Barnes, 2 May 1804 (Jefferson Papers)
Your esteemed favr . 25h. ult. I had the Honor of recieving late last Evening—The $20.34 will be remitted Genl. Lincoln in a post or two.—Messrs. G & J. have already advised me of your Tobo. a/ sales, &c. the $2,500 to be retained on my a/c: $1000, of which, I have requested those Gentlemen to reserve for forty Bank shares intended to be subscribed for my use &c. The proceeds of the residue to...
55To Thomas Jefferson from John Barnes, 30 July 1802 (Jefferson Papers)
Messrs. G & J ., acknowledges recpt of $198 on Mr Short a/c, Canal Co. a/c as well $200. I remitted them on your a/c: Mrs Jackson also. for—[. . .]0 & $45. which closes Doct Wardlaw’s a/c with her late Husband, except £2.1.5. for Int: expresses Her Thanks to Doct Wardlaw for his punctuality &c. your Case of Window Blinds & Books &c. with a Box, with me, Containing 1 doz & 3 bottles Claret. are...
56To Thomas Jefferson from John Barnes, 9 February 1804 (Jefferson Papers)
The President, having been pleased to intimate a desire to be informed—when JB. should wish to remove to Philada it may be proper, for JB. to state to the President, His reasons, that will Operate, against the possibility of JB. fixing upon the precise time, and thereby avoid, the many, & great inconveniency, extra exps. & probable Loss, that would unavoidably attend such, a removal—at the...
57To Thomas Jefferson from John Barnes, 14 September 1802 (Jefferson Papers)
Your two esteemed favrs : 7th & 10th: I recd Yesterday. with reference to Brown & Relf , I find my friend Mr. J. Richards paid them abt. 9th: May 1801. eight dolls: thro. me on your a/c, as by my Entry, & to your debit, the 13th of which, I shall write them for further explanation in order to its adjustmt:—your Minute of a/c to 4th Sep. agrees exactly with mine, to this day—having Yesterday...
58To Thomas Jefferson from John Barnes, 12 June 1802 (Jefferson Papers)
Allow me Sir, to make my most grateful acknowledgemts. for your Acceptable communications last Evening —Under a pressure of disappointmt. and indisposition—they were indeed; very consoling. in whatever situation it may be thought, necessary, for me to be employed in—suited—to my small Abilities, & time of Life—I shall most cheerfully, exert them, and hope to Merit the favr. And if Sir, I can...
59To Thomas Jefferson from John Barnes, 7 September 1802 (Jefferson Papers)
Your much esteemed favr. 3d. recd Yesterday was very Acceptable—not hearing from Mr Short since the 24th. ulto. and having recd five several letters to his address. via Boston, N York, & Richmond I must presume they will very soon reach him at Monticello, to which place, I shall address them (if not Otherwise directed) by next friday’s Mail. I have also two letters for Mr Peyton Short, but...
60To Thomas Jefferson from John Barnes, 16 August 1802 (Jefferson Papers)
The Accident which deprived you (for the Present) The pleasure of Mr Shorts Company last week Conveyed him to my simple abode, made me exceedingly happy—that it suited so well—his almost exhausted frame—after so tedious & fatiguing persuit of his Brother . Moreover he had leisure to look over the particulars of his funds—my a/c. &c. &c. copies of which I instantly furnished him...
61To Thomas Jefferson from John Barnes, 9 October 1801 (Jefferson Papers)
It appears the following are the remaining a/c for which JB. have not recd Orders upon viz. Order I presume in favr of Mr Rapin— 286.98. Capt. Lewis last 3 mos. Compensation } 150. presume may be passed to his Ct with JB. and charged you for probably there will be a Mr Andrews for Composition Ornaments a/c Also Mr March’s Book binders a/c Those at Philada—JB have minute of Accts to 958.62 If...
62To Thomas Jefferson from John Barnes, 15 October 1802 (Jefferson Papers)
I am this Moment favd : with your Mo.ly statements from the present to the 4th: March—will guide me, in arranging, your Necessary paymts. for the present Mo:—nothing will suffer— And while I can avoid—discounting— your Note , I must confess it will be to me—far preferable,—my Only fear is—that even, the generous Allowance for Monthly expenditures, Other, unexpected, & unavoidable Ones, will...
63To Thomas Jefferson from John Barnes, 22 August 1806 (Jefferson Papers)
I had the Honor of receiving the Presidents favr. of the 12th. acknowledging recpt. of the $1025—and now inclose the Presidents Note of the 4th June. $1000 paid 29th Ulto. and purposes on the 27th Inst. to repeat the like Negociation— and wait the Presidents expected favr. early the insuing Mo. and Minute of its distribution— with great respect I am Sir, your most Obedt. Servt. ViU .
64To Thomas Jefferson from John Barnes, 3 August 1802 (Jefferson Papers)
Previous to the receipt of your favr 30th. which I had the Honr. of receiving by Yesterdays Mail—I had Notice from Mr Penington (to whom your late draft on Mr Smith had been remitted to.) of Mr Smiths transmitting you their Bank post Note, which you now inclosed me—and by this Mail returned Mr Smith—of course Mr Penington will receive paymt. for your late draft.— with reference to the $198. I...
65To Thomas Jefferson from John Barnes, 31 August 1802 (Jefferson Papers)
Not having been favd: with any of yours since the 6th. Ulto. I am quite uneasy—lest some untoward accident hath deprived me that satisfaction augmented by recent publications &c. fabricated—by the breath of Slander—so prevalant, basely scandalous, & disgracefull to society. from a review of last Mos a/c, it does not much exceed $600.—a few such would be gratifying indeed:—a state thereof shall...
66To Thomas Jefferson from John Barnes, 25 July 1805 (Jefferson Papers)
I had yesterday the Honor of recieving the Presidents Esteemed favr. 20th. inclosing the two Notes specified, whose dates and Amts. are perfectly convenient,— And happy to learn your almost miraculous escape from the perilous thunder storm. & deluge of rain for so considerable a time, poor Mr Burwell I fear will undergo a relapse. it was however fortunate, under present circumstances, that he...
67To Thomas Jefferson from John Barnes, 16 October 1802 (Jefferson Papers)
I have to thank you Sir—which I most Sincerely do, for your very flattering & honorable introduction of me, to Genl M —with his very polite & immediate Answer —but, Situated as my Store and Accts are—and probably will be untill spring—(for I have had no Offers—nor purchasers), nor person—in whom to confide in—Such a Charge—I am of Necessity Obliged to decline Accepting so favorable an...
68To Thomas Jefferson from John Barnes, 28 March 1804 (Jefferson Papers)
I have already-handed Genl Muhlenberg the Amt of his Duties & frt a/c $23.57—retained Minute thereof as well. Capt Hands acknowledgmt of the packages—an Order to Assertain the several Costs on each, on their Arrival here, to the debit of the President & Mr Madison. With great Respect, I am sir your most Obed. H st RC ( MHi ); at foot of text: “The President U States.”
69To Thomas Jefferson from John Barnes, 2 September 1805 (Jefferson Papers)
No advice or Appearance of Mr Madisons dft. on me, or that of the President,—but daily expected.—Note of the 3d July payable 1/4 for $2000—the Notice came 2 days earlier than had been Noticed in my Memorm. fortunately the very day (in time) for paymt.—when that and the $1600 at B of C. Messrs. J & H. for $253.33 &c. are Accomplished—Mr LeMaire shall be furnished wth. the residue. My wine...
70Memorandum from John Barnes, 9 December 1801 (Jefferson Papers)
Memdm. from this statemt. if Correct— Exclusive of the within Balance $1656.72. M Lewis Note of the 9th: Novr.— a 60 days become payble: 10 Jany } for 1000. 2656.72. To meet which, the Compensation due 4th. Jany. recevable 7th Jany }
71To Thomas Jefferson from John Barnes, 24 August 1801 (Jefferson Papers)
Mr Andrews after two Messages—sent his Assistant to inform me, the ornaments were securely packed up. in one large Case & 3. middle size Boxes. I prevailed with him to go with them—that very Eveng. (Friday.) or early next morning from the point—to Alexandria in order—if possible—to meet Mr. Wanscher who perhaps had not yet left that port, or—in Case he had left it, to see them shipped on...
72Statement of Interest Account with John Barnes, 31 March 1801–30 January 1802 (Jefferson Papers)
Sketch of the Apparent Monthly Balances, on the Presidents a/c with J Barnes, will Appear from the Annexed Statemts. Commencing, viz. 1801 1801 Monthly Int. a 6 ⅌ Ct. Mar 31. To Amt. of a/ rendered page 7" 1450.17. Mar 31. 1450 .17. 7" Apr 25 do do 59" 826.51½ Apr 25. 826 .51½