101To Thomas Jefferson from Thomas Baird, 2 July 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
Understanding that Mr. Biggs, receiver of the land office, at Steubenville has resigned, his appointment, I now solicit your goodness in granting the appointment to me, as to my character, and reputation I will refer your Excellency, to Gaddion Granger Esqr. and Col. William Duane as to security for my performance you shall have the first republican characters in the western country, for my...
102To Thomas Jefferson from Thomas Newton, Jr., 26 March 1806 (Jefferson Papers)
I take the liberty of inclosing a letter from Dr. Fernandes. It came under cover to me with a request to have it delivered to you. I now do myself the pleasure of complying with his request. Receive the assurances of my high respect and consideration. Yr. Obt: Servt DLC : Papers of Thomas Jefferson.
103To Thomas Jefferson from Thomas Cooper, 14 February 1806 (Jefferson Papers)
Judge Cooper presents his respectful compliments to the President of the United States, and submits to his consideration the inclosed observations differing in some respects from the known Sentiments of the President on the Subject. Judge Cooper hopes and believes that this difference of opinion will occasion no other difference. DLC : Papers of Thomas Jefferson.
104To Thomas Jefferson from Thomas Barclay, 13 December 1791 (Jefferson Papers)
Gibraltar, 13 Dec. 1791 . He was compelled to put in here on 4 Dec. by contrary winds and hopes to resume his journey to Tangier today. He does not know where he will meet the Emperor, who by last accounts had apparently set out from Larach to Mequinez. RC ( DNA : RG 59, CD ); 1 p.
105To Thomas Jefferson from Thomas Munroe, 4 November 1803 (Jefferson Papers)
T. Munroe presents his most respectful Compliments to the President.—Drafts of the Surveyor of the public buildings for freestone & workmanship, & for foundation stone to the Amt. of between two & three thousand Dollars having been presented today & TM not having so much money in his hands has the Honor of inclosing a requisition for the Presidents signature if approved. RC ( DLC ); partially...
106To Thomas Jefferson from Thomas Munroe, 23 January 1806 (Jefferson Papers)
T. Munroe begs leave respectfully to enquire of the President whether the enclosed Acct. is in conformity with the last verbal directions given to T.M. on the subject—He recollects having more than once recd. instructions relative to Mr Lenthalls compensation, but not having a perfect recollection of the last, hopes to be excused for giving the trouble of this enquiry before he pays the...
107To Thomas Jefferson from Thomas Main, 29 October 1805 (Jefferson Papers)
Intending to set off for Richmond in a day or two, I have directed the bearer to wait for the Letter which you was so obliging as to offer me. With great and sincere respect, I am, Sir. Your grateful humble servt. MHi : Coolidge Collection.
108To Thomas Jefferson from Thomas Moore, 15 March 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
The Commissioners of the western road will be glad to know as early as circumstances will permit whether they are to resume the business of locating this Spring & what route. T. Moore will wait on the President this evening to know whether he is yet prepared to give any instructions on the subject DNA : RG 59—ML—Miscellaneous Letters.
109To Thomas Jefferson from Thomas Mann Randolph, 13 March 1802 (Jefferson Papers)
Our family is as it was; happy & well: the children grow daily & improve in mind proportionally I hope: they do not appear to be naturally deficient and their Mother’s diligence constancy & wit surely never were surpassed. with true attachment RC ( ViU ); endorsed by TJ as received 17 Mch. and so recorded in SJL .
110To Thomas Jefferson from Beriah Palmer, Thomas Sammons, and David Thomas, with Jefferson’s Query, 4 November 1803 (Jefferson Papers)
Although three Commissioners of Bankruptcy has been heretofore appointed in the city of Albany, state of New York; only one of those acts in that capacity, the others haveing accepted appointments under the state government incompatible with the duties of this office—Permit us therefore to recommend Sebastian Visscher and Elisha Dorr as suitable persons to fill these vacancies— As we reside in...
111To Thomas Jefferson from Thomas Walker Maury, 8 November 1824 (Jefferson Papers)
I ask leave to introduce to your acquaintance my friend Doctor Banister of Amelia, the son of M r John Banister of Dinwiddie member of the convention of 1775—It would have given me great pleasure to present him in person, but my employment for this day puts it out of my power. MHi .
112To Thomas Jefferson from David Thomas, 26 January 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
Being at Albany today I take the liberty to enclose you a copy of Govr. Tompkins speech—I think this and the Resolutions of our Republican citizens of the city of New York will evince that there is no defection here notwithstanding what has been said With great respect & esteem Yours &c MHi : Coolidge Collection.
113To Thomas Jefferson from Thomas Hewitt Key, 11 November 1825 (Jefferson Papers)
M r Key feels extremely obliged to M r Jefferson for his kind attentions to his friends and may say on their part as well as on his own that they will recollect with the greatest pleasure their visit to Monticello. M r Key had already requested the members of the faculty to meet his two friends, so that M r . Jefferson will have the goodness to excuse their being unable to accept his...
114To Thomas Jefferson from Thomas Newton, 3 July 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
Mr. James M. Murdaugh of this place intends travelling through the Western parts of this State, in passing by your seat, it is his wish to call and become acquainted with you. To gratify an inclination so natural in a gentleman of Mr. Murdaugh respectability is pleasing to me. I take the liberty of introducing this gentleman to you. I remain with sentiments of high respect & consideration Yr....
115To Thomas Jefferson from Thomas Appleton, 21 March 1805 (Jefferson Papers)
In the moment of the departure of the vessel for Phila. and after my letter of the 16th. inst. had been consigned to the care of the Captain, the inclosed book and letter have been forwarded to me by Mr. Fabbroni to be transmitted to you.—It affords me an opportunity Sir of repeating the assurances of the high respect with which I am yr. devoted Servant. DNA : Rg 84--Records of Consular Posts.
116To Thomas Jefferson from Thomas Sim Lee, 10 June 1780 (Jefferson Papers)
Annapolis, 10 June 1780 . Notifying TJ that a line of expresses has been established by the State of Maryland “on the Main Road, leading from Young’s Ferry on Patowmack River to Philadelphia,” in accordance with Congress’ resolution of 5 June. FC ( MdAA ); 1 p. See Huntington to TJ, 5 June ; TJ to Gov. Lee, 14 June ; Lee to TJ, 17 June 1780 .
117To Thomas Jefferson from Thomas Patterson, 30 March 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
I am sorry to inform the President that I have not any of the Extract of Peruvian Bark—as that article contains a considerable proportion of resin it will require either spiritous liquor or a tolerably high degree of heat to effect its solution—If none of it can be procured in George town I could make some of it by tomorrow evening—twelve grains forms a dose about equal to 60 grains of the...
118To Thomas Jefferson from Thomas Hart Benton, 2 March 1825 (Jefferson Papers)
M r Benton has the pleasure to inform M r Jefferson that the Bill for paying interest to Virginia, has finally passed both Houses of congress; and that M r B. altho bred a lawyer, has done what he thought was right, even without a precedent, in giving it his vote, and some words of support. DLC : Papers of Thomas Jefferson.
119To Thomas Jefferson from Thomas Claxton, 30 May 1805 (Jefferson Papers)
Mr. Thomas Claxton. for Thos. Jefferson Esqr. Bal. of Caldelaugh & Thomas an Entry Lamp 24.00 a pair of Mantle Lamps 28.00
120To Thomas Jefferson from Thomas Munroe, 30 April 1805 (Jefferson Papers)
T. Munroe’s best respects to the President. Being informed that Mr. Jonos was not in Alexandria, and fearing that it might be several days before a bill could be recd. from him, and that the House building on F street would be finished in the mean time T M has drawn the enclosed himself & would file it for an injunction early tomorrow if he was sure it was a proper bill—If the President under...
121To Thomas Jefferson from Thomas Walker Maury, 17 February 1823 (Jefferson Papers)
Thankfully acknowledges the receipt of his order on M r Raphael for $40 and believes it to be the am t of the balance due. MHi .
122To Thomas Jefferson from Thomas Sprogell, 2 January 1809 (Jefferson Papers)
I have unfortunately fallen upon a few Native Americans (called Indians) who appear to be in extreem distress I have taken them in and fed—them Upon Application to Major Rogers—have been informed the United States would not pay their expences My Situation is such that it is out of my Power to afford them any further Assistance unless I have some assurance of being paid from the United States....
123To Thomas Jefferson from Thomas Newton, 6 June 1807 (Jefferson Papers)
I deliverd your packet to Mr Purviance yesterday & expect he will sail this day or tomorrow, the wind being fair. I am very respectfully yr obt Servt DLC : Papers of Thomas Jefferson.
124To Thomas Jefferson from Thomas Worthington, 30 May 1802 (Jefferson Papers)
I have the pleasure to enclose to you two receipts one for the entry the other for the tax on lands therein mentioned—You will observe Sir that I have paid the tax for the present year of course there will be none due untill one year hence I have the honour to be with the highest respect Sir Your Obt St RC ( MHi ); at foot of text: “The President of the United states”; endorsed by TJ as...
125To Thomas Jefferson from Thomas Law, 30 November 1822 (Jefferson Papers)
Thomas Law Esq r from bodily infirmity has devolved upon M r J. B. Cutting the grateful task of inclosing to Thomas Jefferson late–President of the United States a recent essay upon a complicated subject. M r Cutting for himself, tenders M r Jefferson his most respectful recollections and good wishes—accompanied with regret for the accident that has lately befallen him; from the effects of...
126To Thomas Jefferson from Thomas Auldjo, 27 June 1792 (Jefferson Papers)
Cowes, 27 June 1792. He sends the latest newspapers by the Amelia bound direct for Philadelphia. Nothing is new and everything is tranquil in this country. About six or seven of the guard ships are outfitting, but only to exercise their peacetime complement of men in the Channel and to attend the King at Weymouth in July or August. RC ( DNA : RG 59, CD ); 1 p.; at foot of text: “Thomas...
127To Thomas Jefferson from Thomas Jefferson Randolph, 24 February 1803 (Jefferson Papers)
We have been expecting the measles but have escaped it as yet. Virginia has learnt to speak very well. Ellen is learning french. Cornelia sends her love to you I would be very much obliged to you if you would bring me a book of geography adieu Dear Grand Papa your affectionate Grand son RC ( ViU ); undated; endorsed by TJ as received 24 Feb. and so recorded in SJL .
128To Thomas Jefferson from Thomas Beale Ewell, 9 December 1807 (Jefferson Papers)
Doctor Ewell offers his respects to the President: Having lately purchased a most valuable work of the Surgeon, of whose writings Mr. Jefferson has expressed favorable sentiments—he takes the liberty to send it for inspection. He does this the more readily, as the work is not only admitted to be the best of its kind, but contains (particularly the 2d. vol.) important doctrines—an acquaintance...
129To Thomas Jefferson from Thomas Appleton, 18 November 1805 (Jefferson Papers)
On board of the ship Traveller Captn. Kidall bound for Baltimore, I have put a Case of plants which are sent to you by Mr Mazzei, and is address’d to the Care of Mr. Purviance collector for that port.—By the same I have obtain’d passages for the two Sculpters procur’d at Rome, and for whom I have requested Mr Purviance to give the necessary facilities for their conveyance to Washington. I have...
130To Thomas Jefferson from Jesse B. Thomas, 12 October 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
I have the honor of transmitting you the enclosed resolution agreeably to the wish of the House of Representatives of this Territory. I have the honor to be Sir your very Humble Servt. MoSHi .
131To Thomas Jefferson from Thomas Munroe, 19 December 1804 (Jefferson Papers)
T. Munroe’s most respectful Compliments, and asks whether it is the pleasure of the President to renew the enclosed proclamation or whether he will direct any alterations in the provisions or duration of future proclamations as to wooden houses.— RC ( DLC ); endorsed by TJ as received 19 Dec. and “Proclamn respectg. buildings.” Enclosure: Proclamation Extending Building Regulations in the City...
132To Thomas Jefferson from Thomas Newton, 22 July 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
Mr. Samuel B. Archer a young gentleman Of worth and a good republican, in passing by your Seat, feels a strong desire of paying his respects to you. He has intimated to me his wish—It is with pleasure I comply with it. Permit me to introduce him to you. Yrs with sentiments Of the highest respects & esteem DLC : Papers of Thomas Jefferson.
133To Thomas Jefferson from Thomas Patterson, 14 July 1807 (Jefferson Papers)
I have just thought that a moderate & uniform degree of pressure would be a very proper remedy for your leg—as it would support the vessels & promote absorption—a piece of very fine flannel or muslin about two inches wide & three or four feet in length made wet with cold vinigar & wraped up & down the leg would afford every intention required cold vinigar can be applied as often as necessary...
134Thomas Jefferson Randolph to Thomas Jefferson, 25 March 1814 (Jefferson Papers)
M r Cary is unfortunately from home; I have ordered Phil to wait and have left a message for him with his W w ife . I am afraid there is little prospect of getting him: Will you sign my bond RC ( ViU : TJP-ER
135To Thomas Jefferson from Thomas Newton, 1 June 1801 (Jefferson Papers)
Mr. James Taylor Jr informd me he had sent by Capt Stephen Moore two pipes of Brasil wine & had reserved two more for you to be sent by some other oppertunity; Capt. Moore has promised his particular care of them & to forward them to you from Alexandria.—The Frigates I expect will sail this day, the French Frigate Semilante is in Hampton road I beleive ready for sailing & it is said here that...
136To Thomas Jefferson from Thomas Barclay, 30 January 1792 (Jefferson Papers)
Gibraltar 30 Jan. 1792 . The vessel by which he wrote on the 16th is still detained by unfavorable weather. The Emperor has reportedly crossed the Morbeya on his way to Morocco. So opposite are the opinions of those best acquainted with Barbary that some think when the Emperor arrives Ben Assar’s army will disperse and the people may flock to him, others that he will be defeated.—Spanish...
137Thomas C. Flournoy to Thomas Jefferson, 4 January 1819 (Jefferson Papers)
Permit me to renew my acquaintance, with one whom I esteem, very highly. Four or five years ago, I wrote you two letters, the last of which contained a fourth of July-speech . You were good enough to answer them both with promptness. Your first answer is dated 1 st October 1812 , your second 8 th of August 1814 . I have them yet, in your own hand writing , and will keep them till I die—indeed...
138To Thomas Jefferson from Thomas Barclay, 5 February 1791 (Jefferson Papers)
From the best information I can obtain the emoluments of the Consulship of Lisbon does not amount to three hundred pounds sterling ⅌ Annum, and the place is a Very expensive one to live at. I therefore will not give you the trouble of mentioning me to the President on that subject.—If I Could be brought into his View for such appointment as he should think proper, under the Excise law that is...
139To Thomas Jefferson from Thomas Munroe, 9 November 1802 (Jefferson Papers)
I have perused and considered the inclosed representation of James M. Lingan, the original proprietor of the Ground within an open space in front of Square No. 78 in the City of Washington bounded by Pennsylvania Avenue, 20th. Street west and I. Street north, as also the enclosed three Letters from a Committee of the Citizens and House holders in that part of the City which lies west of the...
140To Thomas Jefferson from Thomas Cushing, 25 October 1785 (Jefferson Papers)
Mr. Nathll. Barrett, A Gentleman of a very respectable Family and of good Character will deliver Your Excellency this Letter. He goes to France upon Bussiness, which the Merchants here, confiding in his wisdom and Integrity, have committed to his Care: His Excellency Governor Bowdoin having wrote you particularly upon this Subject renders it needless for me to Enlarge. Permit me, Sir, to...
141To Thomas Jefferson from Thomas Newton, 18 November 1801 (Jefferson Papers)
I Recieved your favor inclosing $20.75. for the charges of the things from Orleans, I hope they may give some incite, to the antient settlements on the Missisipi. Cyder in barrels from this will be the safest way of yr. getting it good, we have bottlers in plenty who will tell you they improve liquors, by mixtures, which I am not fond off, I like genuine best, the packets from this to Alexra....
142To Thomas Jefferson from Thomas Leiper, 28 August 1807 (Jefferson Papers)
Your letter of the 21st I have received and you may rely on it I shall comply with the contents— The Arraignment you have made is more agreeable to me than what I was soliciting for and had I known your intentions you should not been troubled with one Syllable from me on the subject— As matters and things now stand you cannot by any means refuse serving again as President and the sooner you...
143To Thomas Jefferson from Thomas Strode, 9 April 1806 (Jefferson Papers)
From Information I have recd. I think it proper to write You that I told You “Genl. Lee has sold my Father’s farm on which he lives to Mr. Samuel Washington”—Mr. Washington had a short time before that came here in my Father’s absence, rode over the fields, examined every Room in the house and told me in the presence of Doctr. Horace Buckner (who came with him), that he had bought the place of...
144To Thomas Jefferson from Thomas Leiper, 26 January 1806 (Jefferson Papers)
I am given to understand that George Ingles the Military Storekeeper at this Arsenal is going to resign—I most acknowledge I am not sorry at it because it gives an oppertunity for a much better man being appointed in his place–Ingles’s unfeeling and I may add unjust treatment to Mr. Irvine I shall never forget for he a very few days after the Generals’ death sent a Common Carter with an order...
145Thomas Eston Randolph to Thomas Jefferson, 26 September 1821 (Jefferson Papers)
I take the liberty to enclose your acct: made up to the 22 nd of the present month—it is rather a sketch of an account—as the two charges of N H Lewis —and Alfred Wren for plank, cannot be ascertain’d exactly for want of their accounts—I believe however they are undercharg’d— a large portion of th e midlings had been charg’d in the Mill books to Dan l Colclaser , who had exchang’d with M r Bacon
146To Thomas Jefferson from Thomas Sim Lee, 27 April 1781 (Jefferson Papers)
Genl. Hamilton has informed us that a Flag with Cloathing and Money for the late Convention Troops stationed in Virginia and Maryland has arrived at Hampton and requested Permission to land them at George Town in Maryland, which we have granted so far as concerns the Troops in Maryland under certain restrictions and referred him to your Excellency as to the Necessaries for the Troops in...
147Thomas Cooper to Thomas Jefferson, 15 April 1819 (Jefferson Papers)
M. Leshot found me yet confined to my bed; he gave me 125 Dlrs, and by the time he returns from New York , I shall in all probability be enabled to procure the Stoves. Mr Slack goes tomorrow to Norfolk & thence to Charlottesville . As to the Seal, I must wait till I can get up, and procure a classic drawing of the Peplon. The Peace Minerva, I believe has wings to her helmet. I know of no...
148To Thomas Jefferson from Thomas G. Watkins, 3 September 1823 (Jefferson Papers)
M r Secretary Crawford left W:City early yesterday morning on a visit to his connections in Va. & I heard him say he wou’d call at Monticello—having several calls to make on the way I think it probable he may not reach you till the 11 th perhaps earlier if his horse and driver are good I am much better of my Rheumatism—& sincerely hope that you continue to improve in your own health—with my...
149To Thomas Jefferson from Thomas Mann Randolph, 12 March 1798 (Jefferson Papers)
We rec’d. your two letters of the 22d. Feb. on the 3 inst. and that of the 2d. on the 10th. I have not been able to procure horses for George and Page yet tho’ I have taken very considerable pains myself and they as far as the hurry of the season would permit them have been looking about. There are none worth having in the neighbourhood but many pass along the road from Kentucki, for sale, and...
150To Thomas Jefferson from Thomas Newton, Jr., 24 August 1791 (Jefferson Papers)
Norfolk, 24 Aug. 1791 . The justices there desire to know how to “proceed when call’d on by the British Consul for Warrants to Apprehend Sea Men who quit their Ships, and whether they have power to Commit them to Gaol or send them on board their Ships.” Some think they have no power to do it, others that it should be done. This day a Capt. Stuport brought in a seaman who had not signed...