51To Thomas Jefferson from Joseph Anderson, 16 February 1804 (Jefferson Papers)
In a letter from Governor Claiborne (which was laid before the Senate) he express’d a wish, that some Compliment might be paid to the troops of the Mississipi Territory—for their promptitude, in turning out, and descending the River—I have several times since intended to adress you upon the Subject—but have felt delicate, least you might think it an improper interference—My respect for you,...
52To Thomas Jefferson from Joseph Anderson and William Cocke, 5 March 1801 (Jefferson Papers)
In order to exhibit a mere commensurate Veiw, of the ground, upon which we conceive a treaty with the Cherokee Indians Ought to be held—we beg leave to Submit the following Statement It is well known to you Sir, that at the time of forming the Old Confederation, the States respectively reserved to themselves—exclusive Jurisdiction and right of Domain, to all the lands, which lay within their...
53To Thomas Jefferson from Joseph Anderson, William Cocke, and William Dickson, 6 January 1803 (Jefferson Papers)
We beg leave to recommend the following Gentlemen, as proper Characters to act as Commissioners of Bankruptcy within the State of Tennessee— Edward Scott Esqr atty at Law, Mr John Crozier Merchant, Moses Fisk Esqr Atty at Law—and Mr. George M Deaderick Merchant—The two former of Knoxville—the two latter of Nashville— with Sentiments of Very great respect— RC ( DNA : RG 59, LAR ); in Anderson’s...
54To Thomas Jefferson from Joseph Anderson and William Cocke, 10 November 1803 (Jefferson Papers)
In Compliance with the request express’d in your note of the 5th Instant—we Recommend James Trimble Esqr Atty at Law—as a Commissioner of Bankruptcy—in the room of Edward Scott resign’d—Mr. Trimble resides at Dandridge in the County of Jefferson— with Sentiments of Very high Consideration—we are most Respectfully RC ( DNA : RG 59, LAR ); partially dated; in Anderson’s hand, signed by him and...
55To Thomas Jefferson from Nathaniel Anderson, 13 March 1801 (Jefferson Papers)
I do most Sincerely Congratilate you on your Honorable Election to Preside over these United States, and it is with great pleasure I can inform you that your Conduct on the happy Occation, appears to give general satisfaction to all parties:—I beg leave to put you in mind of two young men, whose Interest I have a desire to promote, as I flatter myself, they are both Worthy: and are nearly...
56Statement of Account with George Andrews, 22 February 1803 (Jefferson Papers)
1803 Februy. The President of the United States to George Andrews Dr s d [lo] 73 Setts of Corinthian frieze ornaments @ 4s/10d ⅌ £17 12 10 130 pair of Scrolls for Corinthian Blocks a 5 ⅌ 2 14 2 130 leaves for Do a 4½ ⅌
57To Thomas Jefferson from Philo Andrews, 12 August 1801 (Jefferson Papers)
Sir It is with great defference that I address Your Excellency on the present occasion but impelled by a wish to serve my Country as well promote My own prosperity & happiness I humbly beg leave to offer myself as a Candidate for a Consular Appointment on the Coast of Barbary—My pretensions are as follow—I was born in the Town of Wallingford of reputable Parents my Education is such as to...
58To Thomas Jefferson from Johann Gotthilff Angerman, 20 December 1802 (Jefferson Papers)
Your great and widely appreciated concern for the welfare of the noble American nation is so well known that there is little need for my pitiable praise. Nevertheless, the very encouragement you offer to foreigners and observers in the most distant locations emboldens me to present a piece of writing to Your Eminence. This writing has as its principal purpose guaranteeing the safety of the...
59To Thomas Jefferson from Charles François d’Anmours, 30 September 1804 (Jefferson Papers)
If the Hurricanes that have so much agitated the Ocean of the Political world, since I had the Pleasure of seeing you last, on the Borders of the Atlantic, have not entirely erazed from your Memory the features of a man you always treated with a distinguished Kindness; you will perhaps hear, with a smile of satisfaction, that that man is still alive, and still full of the same sentiments of...
60From “An Observer & Friend to Justice,” 23 November 1801 (Jefferson Papers)
I have this day written a letter to Mr Galatin respecting the official Conduct of James Simons Collector of this port & requested him to shew it to you as time will not permit me to send you a Copy—I remain with consideraton of the highest respect Your Most Obed. Servt. PS. Policy will no doubt induce you to keep this communication as secret as possible— If you think proper to receive any...