15151Account of a Visit to Monticello and Montpellier by “W.” (possibly George Watterston), [before 15 August 1820] (Jefferson Papers)
You request me to give you some account of my late excursion to Virginia . I comply with the request, but am sorry to observe, that the time occupied in making it was too short to enable me to take those views of the country through which I passed that are necessary to render any description pleasing or satisfactory. The observations, however, I had the power to make, in my rapid journey, I...
15152John Quincy Adams, List of John Adams’s Wearing Apparel at the Time of his Decease, 5 September 1826 (Adams Papers)
List of the wearing apparel of the late John Adams at the time of his decease. 1 Flannel 1 Silk and 1 plaid gown 4 pr. Flannel drawers 3 flannel shirts 2 flannel waistcoats 1 large broad cloth cloak 1 small do. silver clasp 1 Suit of Black cloth wearing apparel 1 Green Camblet Gown 1 Suit drab cloth—1 extra pair small clothes 1 do. light kerseymere clothes 1 extra pr. small clothes 1 Blue...
15153Deposition of William Tompkins in Jefferson v. Rivanna Company, 10 June 1819 (Jefferson Papers)
The deposition of William Tompkins taken at the same time and place to be read in evidence in the same suit. This deponent being first sworn saith: That being called upon by the agent & Treasurer of the Rivanna company , Nicholas H Lewis to take the soundings of the river between the plaintiffs dam and the Secretary’s ford , on entering the water backed by the dam, we commenced sounding the...
15154Enclosure: Gabriel Crane’s Essay on Light as an Element, [ca. 5 January 1819] (Jefferson Papers)
An exposition of the Element of Light The principal properties of this Element are light and Heat—the former is probably constituted by a superior brightness similar to polished metal united with transparency and the peculiar color of the Element—where ever there is light this Element is with its particles in connection . This position results from the long established fact that there is no...
15155Jefferson: Lottery Ticket, Apr. 1826, April 1826 (Jefferson Papers)
state of virginia. JEFFERSON LOTTERY. Register No. managers. John Brockenbrough , Philip Norb. Nicholas , Richard Anderson . Combination Nos. This Ticket will entitle the holder thereof to such prize as may be drawn to its numbers in the JEFFERSON LOTTERY. Richmond , April , 1826. For the Managers, Yates & M
15156John Cartwright to Jefferson, Thomas, before 29 Sep. 1824, 29 September 1824 (Jefferson Papers)
The final constitutional and Federal Instrument of the Republic of Virginia Section I. ( Primary Preamble ) Whereas the establishment of Anglo-American Independence by the original thirteen states of the Union, which under the protection of Divine Providence was, on the day of July in the year 1776, happily declared and proclaimed, was unquestionably the most beneficial event, and...
15157Enclosure: John Barnes’s Claims Against Tadeusz Kosciuszko’s Estate, 20 October [1818?], enclosure no. 2 in John Barnes … (Jefferson Papers)
Minute of charges ags t the estate of the late General Kosciusko ,—by John Barnes , hitherto not presented, and now submitted for M r Jefferson ’s approbation, wherewith I shall be perfectly contented .—. viz, John Barnes ’ & col d man servant’s expenditures, to & from Philadelphia
15158John A. Dix’s Memoir of his Monticello Visit, [after 19 February 1820], document 2 in a group of documents on John A. … (Jefferson Papers)
In the spring of —— I went with General Brown on an excursion into the interior of Virginia , the chief object of which was to pay a visit to Mr. Madison and Mr. Jefferson . Our first pause was at Montpelier , the residence of the former, in Orange County . It was under his administration that the general received the commission which laid the foundation of his military reputation, and I need...
15159Thomas Jefferson’s Notes on Account with William D. Fitch, [ca. 19 May 1819] (Jefferson Papers)
Extracts from my Memorandum book of matters of acc t with W m Fitz 1810. Aug. 6. settled account with Oglesby & Fitz for last year’s rent of warehouse £ s d and after allowing 5–12–6 for J. H. Craven bringing up nailrod
15160Thomas Jefferson’s Notes on Thermometer Calibration, [ca. 21–22 January 1820] (Jefferson Papers)
mercury zero correct d Metallic 30 . 29 . 28 . 27 . 26 25 24 23
15161Minutes of the Board of Visitors of the University of Virginia, 7 October 1822 (Madison Papers)
At a meeting of the Visitors of the University of Virginia at the said University on Monday the 7th. of October 1822. Present Thomas Jefferson Rector, James Breckenridge, Joseph C. Cabell, John H. Cocke and James Madison. Resolved that the Proctor be instructed to enter into conferences with such skilful and responsible undertakers as he would approve, for the building of the Library, on the...
15162From James Madison to an Unidentified Correspondent, 7 June 1817 (Madison Papers)
Letter not found. 7 June 1817, Montpelier. Offered for sale in King V. Hostick List No. 28 [1966], item 59.
15163Enclosure: John Laval’s List of Books and Prices, [ca. 9 October 1821] (Jefferson Papers)
Appien , traduite du texte Grec. par J. Combes-Donous —3 vols. 8vo sewed $7 . 50 Appian ’s History, translated by Davis , folio. bound 10 . 00 R. Stephani Thesaurus. Latinæ Linguæ, 4 vols. folio. bound 50 . 00 Sir W
15164Enclosure: Extracts from Minutes of the Directors of the Rivanna Company, 4 December 1810–4 November 1816 (Jefferson Papers)
At a meeting of the Directors at Charlottesville on Tuesday the 4 th of Dec. 1810. present W m D. Meriwether , Dabney Minor , & John Kelly . Ordered that the Directors will meet at
15165Deed to 2 Pews and Tomb in First Church, Quincy, 4 October 1826 (Adams Papers)
Know all men by these Presents, that We John Quincy Adams of Boston in the County of Suffolk, and Josiah Quincy of said Boston Esquires, Executors of the last will and testament of John Adams late of Quincy in the County of Norfolk Doctor of Laws deceased; in consideration of Forty-five dollars paid by the said John Quincy Adams, the receipt whereof we do hereby acknowledge, do hereby sell and...
15166Faneuil Hall commemoration services at death of John Adams and Thomas Jefferson, 2 August 1826 (Adams Papers)
FUNERAL SYMPHONY. PRAYER. ANTHEM. How are the mighty fallen! They that were great among the Nations, and Rulers of the People.—The People will tell of their wisdom:—The righteous shall be had in everlasting remembrance, as the brightness of the firmament.—Their bodies are buried in peace; but their name liveth evermore. Handel. DISCOURSE. DIRGE. Hark! attendant Seraphs say, Patriot Spirits,...
15167Thomas Jefferson’s Notes on Thomas Mann Randolph’s Deposition in Jefferson v. Rivanna Company, [ca. 8 June 1819] (Jefferson Papers)
Randolph. Tho s M. he was a subscriber to repay the loan by the James river company in 1799. for improving the Rivanna . he understood that W m D. Meriwether the one of the def s and F. Walker joint comm r
15168Thomas Edwards and Jonathan Oliver: Charlottesville Mail Schedule, 20 Dec. 1824, 20 December 1824 (Jefferson Papers)
Post Office, Charlottesville, 20 Dec 1824 Fredericksburg Mail Arrives, Monday, Wednesday, & Friday at 9 A.M. Departs, Teusday, Thursday, & Saturday at 4 P.M Staunton Mail Arrives, Teusday Thursday & Saturday at 3¾ P.M. Departs, Monday, Wednesday, & Friday at 9½ A.M. Richmond Mail Stage Arrives, Sunday & Thursday at 6. P.M. Departs, Sunday & Wednesday at 6 A.M Richmond Horse Mail Arrives, Every...
15169Minutes of the Board of Visitors of the University of Virginia, [5 April 1824] (Madison Papers)
At a meeting of the Visitors of the University of Virginia held at the sd. University on Monday the 5th. day of April 1824. as prescribed by the Governor of the Commonwealth, present James Madison, Chapman Johnson, John H. Cocke and Thomas Jefferson. On a view of the Commissions produced, and of a letter from the Governor, dated the 1st. day of March last past, it appears that Thomas...
15170From John Adams, 26 August 1817 (Adams Papers)
Dinner to Mr. Adams.—On the 26th ult. a public dinner was given to Mr Adams, by the citizens of Boston, at which most of the distinghed men of both political parties were present, among the number was the honorable John Adams, the second president of the United States, who gave the following volunteer toast : By the Honorable John Adams.—The Temple of Liberty, and the Temple of Concord—in...
15171Francis W. Gilmer: Lists of Instruments to be Furnished to the University of Virginia by John Tuther and John Cary, ca. … (Jefferson Papers)
Instruments to be furnished for the University of Virginia by Mr: Cary optician 182 Strand. £. s. D 1. a fine feet acromatic telescope with object glass 3¾ diameter on tripod stand, & with equatorial motions { 84. 0. 0 2. Solar microscope for opake & transparent objects 16. 16. 0 3. Lens convex, concave, plano-convex (1 of each) 1.
15172Enclosure: Thomas L. McKenney’s Prospectus for the Washington Republican and Congressional Examiner, [by 11 June 1822] (Jefferson Papers)
PROSPECTUS of the WASHINGTON REPUBLICAN, and Congressional Examiner. A new paper, under the above title, will be published in the City of Washington , on the evening of Wednesday the seventh day of August next , and will be continued as an evening paper, twice a week. Fifty years have not yet passed away, since the patriarchs of the Revolution affixed their names to that “D eclaration ,” which...
15173From John Quincy Adams, 15 August 1817 (Adams Papers)
Order on T. B. Adams—in favour of W. S. Clarkson for $200— Receipts. 1817. Augt. 11. One Hundred Napoleons 361:20. of T. B. A. order in favr of W. S Clarkson 200: Septr: 4. Order Bank U.S. Boston favr. J. P. DeWint 400 Cash. 300 9. Cash. 300. 17. Bank US. Philadelphia. Order on Washington 780. 18.
15174Thomas Jefferson to Davies, 7 May 1825, 7 May 1825 (Jefferson Papers)
Th: Jefferson asks the favor of mr Davies to dine at Monticello to day (Saturday) with Col o Monroe. Jagiellonian University Library, Krakow, Poland.
15175Thomas Mann Randolph’s Notes on George Divers’s Answer to Interrogatories in Jefferson v. Rivanna Company, [after 23 … (Jefferson Papers)
The answer of G. Divers . Notes by TMR . Qu. 12. ‘and × widened the canal to the extent proposed’ × untrue. ib. ‘the ‡ occupant of the mill.’ ‡ Shoemaker . qu. 18. ‘a considerable accession of grain.’ causes a considble loss of grain for grist. ib. ‘transporting ‡
15176John H. Cocke’s Description of Central College Board of Visitors Meeting, [5 May 1817], document 2 in a group of … (Jefferson Papers)
5. A Cloudy Morng. Left home at ¼ before 4 O’Clock, and reached Monticello at ¼ after 8—Found the Family just up from Breakfast and the three illustrious Gentlemen with whom I was to act waiting for my arrival.—After getting Breakfast— rode again over the grounds offer’d as a site for the College by M r Perry & already approved of by— M r Cabell , M r Jefferson
15177Minutes of the Board of Visitors of the University of Virginia, [2 October 1820] (Madison Papers)
At a meeting of the Visitors of the University of Virginia, at the University, on monday 2d. of Octr. 1820, present Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, Robert B. Taylor, John H. Cocke, and Joseph C. Cabell; The Board proceeded to the consideration of the Annual Report, and not having time to go through with the same, adjourned to tuesday 3d. October. Ms ( ViU : Jefferson Papers, Special...
15178James Marsh: NY subscription list to aid TJ financially, 1 May 1826, 1 May 1826 (Jefferson Papers)
The Subscribers, being desirous of aiding Thomas Jefferson, the Author of the Declaration of American Independence, and late President of the United States, from pecuniary difficulties, attributable in a great degree to his devotion to the public service, do contribute the sums set opposite their respective names, towards that object. Which sums are to be placed at the disposal of the General...
15179Chapman Johnson’s Memorandum on Thomas Cooper, 4 October 1819 (Jefferson Papers)
It seems to me that the interest of the institution , requires that the engagement with D r Cooper should be postponed, if it can be done with good faith for so that we may have the benefit of D r Cooper s services when the institution commences, without being chargeable with his salary, in the mean time— If this cannot be done, the next thing most desirable, in my estimation would be dissolve...
15180Meeting Minutes of University of Virginia Board of Visitors, 3–7 Apr. 1826, 3 April 1826 (Jefferson Papers)
At a meeting of the Visitors of the University of Virginia held at the said University on Monday the 3 d and Tuesday the 4 th of April 1826. at which were present Thomas Jefferson, Joseph C. Cabell, John H. Cocke, Chapman Johnson and James Madison the following proceedings were had. 86. There shall be established in the University a Dispensary which shall be attached to the Medical school, and...
15181Enclosure: List of Wine and Food Ordered from Stephen Cathalan by Thomas Jefferson and Thomas Jefferson Randolph, [ca. 5 … (Jefferson Papers)
64. gallons of Rivesalte 300. bottles of Nice wine. 5. gallons of the best olive oil of Aix 12. bottles of Anchovies 50. ℔ raisins of Smyrna , sans pepins . 100. ℔ of Maccaroni. the above are for myself to be marked T.I. the following are for Thomas Jefferson Randolph to be marked
15182Minutes of the Board of Visitors of the University of Virginia, 5 March 1825 (Madison Papers)
The board met according to adjournment, present the same members as yesterday. Resolved that on payment of the sd. sum of 50.M.D. by the General government a sum not exceeding 6000.D. thereof be advanced on loan to the building fund of the University for the purpose of finishing the interior of the library room. For the use and care of the library the board now establishes the following...
15183From Louisa Catherine Johnson Adams, 28 October 1818 (Adams Papers)
Depart thou Sainted Spirit, Wing thy happy flight, To the bright realms of everlasting light; Yet fondly hover oer thy lonely friend, In nightly visions resignation send: Cheer his great mind attune his Soul to peace Till in this world his hopeless griefs may cease: And when his Spirit quits this mortal clay Lead him to heavenly bliss and guide him on his way. To bliss eternal guide him on his...
15184Account of Charles Taylor, [4 November] 1819 (Madison Papers)
To Charles Taylor Dr. £ 1818 Septr. 14th To ʒiv Anodyne Linament &c for N. Josiah 6/. 0.. 6.. 0 21st A Viset 24 hours Attend &ce Mrs. M Negroes &ce 24/ 1.. 4.. 0 Octr. 20th A Viset Salts, Ipecac. Bark &ce N. Amye 18/ 0.. 18.. 0 Novr. 30th To Sundrys for N. John for Syphilis &ce $10 3.. 0.. 0
15185Inscription on the tomb of Henry Adams, March 1822 (Adams Papers)
In memory of Henry Adams who took his flight from the dragon persecution in Devonshire in England and alighted with eight sons near Mount Wollaston. One of the sons returned to England & after taking time to explore the Country four removed to Medfield & the neighboring towns—two to Chelmsford a . One only Joseph, who lies here at his left hand remained here, who was an original proprietor in...
15186Notes on Agriculture, [ante–12 May] 1818 (Madison Papers)
see p. 17—note ‡ 1. Putrification not essential to render animal & vegetable substances, nutritious to plants. 2 these two not alike in their putrid state; tho’ both nutritious. The former containing essentially azote or nitrogen, the latter a constituent part of some plants only—this discovery of Bertholet to be ranked as the most important of the present century concerning organized matter...
15187Thomas Jefferson’s List of Debts, February 1821 (Jefferson Papers)
1821. Feb D ✓ Wayt about 200 ✓ Higgenbotham
15188Resolution of the President and Directors of the Literary Fund, 25 March 1820, with Jefferson’s Note, 17 October 1820 (Jefferson Papers)
At a Meeting of the President & Directors of the Literary fund , on Saturday, the 25 th of March 1820 — Resolved, that the following be adopted, as the form of the security to be given by the Rector and Visitors of the University of Virginia , for payment of the interest and principal of the loan directed to be made to the said Rector and Visitors , by the Resolution of this Board, bearing...
15189Plat of Land Deeded to Thomas Jefferson Randolph, document 1 in a group of documents on Jefferson’s Mortgage of Bedford … (Jefferson Papers)
We the subscribers being personally acquainted with the above land are of opinion that it is ample security for the sum of 20,000.D. as witness our hands the 10 th Sep. 1819 . W m Radford S. J. Harrison
15190Thomas Jefferson’s Transactions with James Leitch, 6 March–30 May 1820 (Jefferson Papers)
p. 5, 6 Mar. 1820 : . 395. Thomas Jefferson at reqt. E. Bacon 10 l
15191Thomas Jefferson: List of Books Donated to Univ. of Va. by Joseph Coolidge Jr., ca. 14 Apr. 1825, 14 April 1825 (Jefferson Papers)
Donation of mr Joseph Coolidge j r of Boston. ✓ 31. Homeri Ilias Gr. Lat. 2. v. 8 vo ✓ 1 Tacitus Ernesti et Oberli 4. v. 8 vo ✓ 41. Guizot. Dict. des synony Franc. 8 vo ✓ 12. Linnæi Systema Veget
15192John Quincy Adams, Mount Wollaston farm minutes, 6 August 1826 (Adams Papers)
Mount Wollaston farm Minutes William Coddington conveyed to William Tynge from 1639 to 1643. Anna Tynge, daughter of William, Married Ths. Shepard Anna, their daughter, married Daniel Quincy. Anna Shepard, by Will in 1709. devised the Estate, to John Quincy, her grandson—Son of Daniel Quincy, and Anna his wife. MHi : Adams Papers.
15193Minutes of the Board of Visitors of the University of Virginia, 1 April 1820 (Madison Papers)
A special meeting of the Visitors of the University having been called in the month of February to be held on this day Apr. 1. signed by Th: Jefferson, James Madison, Chapman Johnson, Joseph C. Cabell, James Breckenridge & Robert Taylor, and duly notified to John H. Cocke to whom no opportunity had occurred of presenting it for his signature, the sd. Th: Jefferson and James Madison attended...
15194Thomas Jefferson’s Notes on Virginia Statutes on River Navigation, [before 9 June 1819] (Jefferson Papers)
[1. Appamattox. river . lower part. A. C. I. A. owner to make locks. 1. 4. 9. 22.
15195Enclosure: Thomas Cooper’s Geology Syllabus [ca. 24 June 1818] (Jefferson Papers)
SYLLABUS Of the Lectures of Thomas Cooper , Esq. M. D. as Professor of Geology and Mineralogy in the University of Pennsylvania . Of the characters of mineral substances, as distinguished by the sight, the touch, the taste, the smell, the hearing. Of the means of distinguishing mineral substances artificially; by the file, the knife, the blow-pipe, the mineral acids: by their crystallization...
15196Minutes of the Board of Visitors of the University of Virginia, [6 April 1824] (Madison Papers)
Tuesday April 6th. a constant and heavy rain prevented the meeting of the board. Ms ( ViU : Special Collections, Jefferson Papers). In Jefferson’s hand.
15197Lewis A. Tarascon: Circular re. road from Missouri to Columbia Rivers, 3 July 1824, 3 July 1824 (Jefferson Papers)
LEWIS A. TARASCON, OF SHIPPINGPORT, KY. To the people of the United States, on the propriety of establishing a Waggon Road, from the River Missouri to the River Columbia, of the Pacific Ocean. Previous to the decision of Congress, on the important question of Internal Improvements, a few of the citizens of this place, having in view the permanent prosperity of the nation, forwarded a memorial...
15198Minutes of the Board of Visitors of the University of Virginia, 5 October 1825 (Madison Papers)
The board met according to adjournment. Present the same members as yesterday. Resolved that the 47th. enactment be amended by inserting after the word “chewing” the words “or smoking.” No Student shall appear out of his dormitory masked or disguised in any manner whatever which may render the recognition of his person more difficult on pain of suspension or expulsion by the Faculty of...
15199Trust Fund for Anna P. Cutts, [2 April 1823] (Madison Papers)
Whereas Dolley P. Madison the wife of James Madison of Orange County, Virginia, purchased at a public vendue of the furniture of Richard Cutts at the City of Washington, by her agent George Bomford, sundry articles of said furniture mentioned in the Bills or Schedules hereto annexed & signed by Tench Ringgold Marshal of the District of Columbia, and by P. Mauro, the said articles having been...
15200Thomas Jefferson’s Recommendation of Edmund Bacon, 15 August 1818 (Jefferson Papers)
The bearer, mr Edmund Bacon has lived with me twelve years as manager of my farm at Monticello . he goes to the Missouri to look out for lands to which he means to remove. he is an honest, correct man in his conduct and worthy of confidence in his engagements: any information or instruction which any person may give him will be worthily bestowed, and if he should apply particularly to Gov r...