183501To Thomas Jefferson from Caspar Wistar, 29 November 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
Permit me to present to you Mr. Edward Tilghman Junr. a merchant of this City, who has some representation to make to the Treasury Department. He is the Son of a very worthy & respectable Citizen, & is a frank candid honourable young gentleman— With Sentiments of the greatest respect I beg leave to Subscribe Your obliged friend DLC : Papers of Thomas Jefferson.
183502To Thomas Jefferson from Abraham Bishop, 30 November 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
Since the receipt of your favor of 13 instant I have waited for the return of Col. Humphreys from Philadelphia, upon the suggestion of his agent, that the Col. would be ambitious to select, personally, such cloth as might do justice to his factory & your expectations. The Col. returned this evening, says that four weeks at least will be necessary for finishing a piece in hand of such quality,...
183503From Thomas Jefferson to George Blount, 30 November 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
On the reciept of your letter of the 24th. complaining of an unjust detention of money from you in the Navy department, I had the proper enquiries made, and now inclose you the report of the Navy accountant, which you will percieve to differ in essential facts from your statement. should you think it worth while to controvert these facts, the proposal offered by the Accountant in the last...
183504To Thomas Jefferson from Joseph George, Jr., 30 November 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
Prompted by urgent necessity to address Your Excellency, and having two aged Parents dependant on me for Support I trust that this appeal to your excellency’s humanity will not be unavailing., Having been employed as Clerk in a Respectable Mercantile house in this City, but owing to the Embargo, a measure Calculated to rescue our property from the Grasp of Foreign Nations, but severe in its...
183505From Thomas Jefferson to Samuel Hawkins, 30 November 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
Business and indisposition have prevented my sooner acknoleging the recipt of your letter of the 3d. instant, which came to hand on the 10th. mr Granger, before that, had sent here the very elegant ivory staff of which you wished my acceptance. the motives of your wish are honorable to me, and gratifying, as they evidence the approbation of my public conduct by a stranger who has not viewed it...
183506From Thomas Jefferson to United States House of Representatives, 30 November 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
According to the request of the House of Representatives, expressed in their resolution of the 25th. instant, I now lay before them a copy of my proclamation of the 19th. of April last. DLC : Papers of Thomas Jefferson.
183507To Thomas Jefferson from John George Jackson, 30 November 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
J G Jackson presents his best respects to the President of the US & has the pleasure to communicate the information he promised to furnish him some time since. the delay is attributable to the absence of Mr. Love who only returned to day—Upon conversing with Mr. Love he stated to me that Dr. Ware is the person to whom my friend Winston referred as eminent for his Surgical talents—that he is...
183508To Thomas Jefferson from Benjamin Henry Latrobe, 30 November 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
The impossibility in the present hurry of the Post office of ascertaining correctly the balances of the appropriations & indeed the variation hourly taking place in them by the payment of accounts, induced me to alter in the Report the passage rela tive to them, & to State merely tha t they were so nearly exhausted that the Work must soon close an d Workmen be discharged unless the legislature...
183509To Thomas Jefferson from Joshua Norvell, 30 November 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
This may at first excite your surprize: but when you see its contents, I am more than certain that you will feel for my situation. Knowing that you are about to retire from the cares of the nation; and seek repose and happiness in the bosom of private and rural life, I have taken upon myself to ask a favor; which, if granted, will throw me under every obligation conceivable. Having always had...
183510From Thomas Jefferson to Robert Patterson, 30 November 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
To the best of my recollection, Dr. Barton, Doctr. Wistar and yourself are the Vicepresidents of the Philosophical society; but not being entirely confident in my memory and still less as to the order of the names, I take the liberty of putting the inclosed under a private cover to you, with a request that you will communicate it to your colleagues. I salute you with great friendship and...
183511From Thomas Jefferson to American Philosophical Society, 30 November 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
Being to remove within a few months from my present residence to one still more distant from the seat of the meetings of the American Philosophical society, I feel it a duty no longer to obstruct it’s service by keeping from it’s chair members whose position, as well as qualifications, may enable them to discharge it’s duties with so much more effect. begging leave therefore to withdraw from...
183512To Thomas Jefferson from Thomas Patterson, 30 November 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
T. Patterson has heard that the President’s Jaw has suppurative and discharges matter. he has also heard that it is intended to have the tooth extracted as soon as the Ulcer can be healed. But this is not the cause which ought to be pursued. No Surgeon would attempt to cure an Ulcer formed by a Bullet and afterwards extract the Bullet,—nor cure an Abscess formed by a detached piece of carious...
183513To Thomas Jefferson from Charles Pinckney, 30 November 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
I had the pleasure of recieving your favour with the inclosure—as by the rotatory nature of our constitution I am ineligible again to the Executive here for four years & my time is just expiring I thought I owed it to your administration & to my constituents to make the inclosed communication in order that our citizens may understand the grounds on which You have made a stand against invasions...
183514To Thomas Jefferson from Pseudonym: "A Slave", 30 November 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
In looking over Mr. Duane’s politicks for Farmers and Mecanicks, I was not a little surprised to hear him bosting of his happy country, & the pacifick measures of this government, and decrying all others as barbarous and oppressive. I wrote to him in Sept. last and requested his friendship, & desir’d him to lay before you our exquisit torment, and the inhuman conduct of our masters; but I have...
183515To Thomas Jefferson from William Tatham, 30 November 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
I have directed Mr. Bonsal, Sir, to transmit to you the second printed Pamphlet on the subject of the Canal which I have the honor to propose from this port to Carolina, by way of Kempsville & the North Landing; embracing also a latteral naval cut from Kempsville to Lynhaven river, designed for bettering the defence of this place & the United States in general. I have also persevered, under...
183516To Thomas Jefferson from State Department, 30 November 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
Appointments made by the President of the U States since the rising of the Senate in April 1808. 10 Robert H. Jones, of North Carolina, Attorney of the U States for the North Carolina District. 16 Charles Minifie, of Washington City, a Justice of the Peace in and for the County of Washington in the District of Columbia.
183517To Thomas Jefferson from Edmund Bacon, 1 December 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
Inclose Mr. Lewis’s account. I have not seen Mr. Walker but I shall see him on sunday. The balance due Mr. Bell seems to be about 12 Dollers. I will Heare place all my Purchases of corn and fodder and when payable. I Got disappointed in the Ingagement with Mr. Anderson for the Hundred barrils corn. I have Purchased of others people which will not need your paying any more money to Mrs. Carter...
183518To Thomas Jefferson from John Crawford, 1 December 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
I have occasionally taken the liberty to address you on subjects which appeared to me to be of importance; the events to which some of them referred have not been yet accomplished, which leave their correctness problematical; but the complacency with which you honoured my attempts encourages me once more to intrude upon your valuable time, at this momentous crisis. In the periodical work, the...
183519To Thomas Jefferson from James Dinsmore, 1 December 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
We have nearly got the balustrade finished, and Shall then go on with the pipes; and the Cornice in the Piazza. we are much in want of Some fine Sand paper and Should be glad if you could find an opportunity to Send us a Dozen Sheets and ½ Dozen of 2 ½ inch plane irons which mr Ingles Could Chuse for you; there is none to be got about here.— I had a letter from my Brother by last post dated...
183520To Thomas Jefferson from Peter Dormenon, 1 December 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
I have the honor to transmit to your Excellency a Petition herein inclosed presented, by a Majority of the Inhabitants of this Parish, to the Honorable The House of Representatives and the senate of the United States to obtain a quantity of Lands situated on the Great Bayou and Bayou Maringouin in the said Parish, or get at least a right of preemtion to the said Lands setting the Price per...
183521To Thomas Jefferson from Thomas Lehré, 1 December 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
Since writing the within, a Caucas was held last evening in the Senate Chamber, at which, near the whole of both Branches of our Legislature were present.—It was resolved unanimously , that we could support Mr. James Maddison, as President of the United States.—Mr: George Clinton was warmly approved for the Office of Vice President, solely upon as stated to the Caucas, that he had , great...
183522To Thomas Jefferson from Philip Mazzei, 1 December 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
La fuga dei sopraddi. soggetti à causato, che il disgraziato Capn. Hall non à trovato credito per mettersi in stato di poter partire. Per mezzo di Mr. Appleton questa partirà da un porto della Francia in un Packet-boat. 10 xbre Sigr. Saml. Pourviance, restato qui dopo la fuga del fratello e di Degen (del che s’ignora il motivo) si dichiarò responsabile per il debito della Ragione Degen e...
183523Notes on a Cabinet Meeting, 1 December 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
1808. Dec. 1. present the 4. Secretaris, the expedition prepared at Halifx, consisting of 4000. men, is believed to be kept in readiness, in case war is declared by us, or obviously imminent, it is to go off instantly, abandoning Upper Canada to us, and take possession of N. Orleans. we therefore determine unanimously that all the new recruits from Pennsylva inclusively Southwardly and...
183524To Thomas Jefferson from John E. Rigden, 1 December 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
I have herewith enclosed Mr. Williamson’s acct. for pens with the balance coming to you from the Ten dollars left with me by your Grand Son, being four dollars.— Hoping that your watch goes to please you I remain Dr Sir With the greatest respect yr. Obt. Servt. MHi : Coolidge Collection.
183525From Thomas Jefferson to United States Congress, 1 December 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
I transmit to both houses of Congress a Report from the Surveyor of the public buildings, of the progress made on them, during the last season, of their present state, of the expenditures incurred, and of those which may be requisite for their further prosecution. DNA : RG 46—Records of the U.S. Senate.
183526From Thomas Jefferson to Benjamin Waterhouse, 1 December 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
In answer to the enquiries of the benevolent Dr de Carro on the subject of the Upland, or Mountain rice, Oryza Mutica, I will state to you what I know of it. I first became informed of the existence of a rice which would grow in up-lands without any more water than the common rains, by reading a book of Mr. de Poyvre who had been governor of the Isle of France, who mentions it as growing there...
183527To Thomas Jefferson from Thomas Appleton, 2 December 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
I had the honor of addressing you on the 25th. of November, under cover of a letter to the Secretary of State, and to the care of Mr Lee at Bordeaux.—The present serves principally to inclose one I have this morning receiv’d from Mr Mazzei, with his request to give it conveyance.—By this opportunity I forward to the department of State, the fullest and most ample testimony against mr John...
183528From Thomas Jefferson to Captain Armstrong, 2 December 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
I have recieved your letter of Oct. 20. wherein you express a wish to obtain a deed for the thirteen sections of lands reserved for the Delawares in the state of Ohio, by an act of Congress. I accordingly now send you an authentic deed designating the thirteen sections, and signed by the Secretary of the Treasury, who was authorised for this purpose by the act of Congress. under this you are...
183529To Thomas Jefferson from Catherine Church Cruger, 2 December 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
Is it presuming too far on your indulgence to hope that you will recall to remembrance a person who has for many years past been deprived of the pleasure of conversing with you—As it is much more natural to forget benefits conferred than received, I can easily imagine, I may have escaped your recollection, whilst I must ever retain the most lively impressions of gratitude for the kindness &...
183530To Thomas Jefferson from Henry Dean, 2 December 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
I hope I shall not be accused of presumption in attempting to address thee. The inclosed Prospectus exhibits Proposals for the publication of a second Edition of my work—as the Patronage of so disstinguished a friend to the liberal Arts will be no less flattering than acceptable I take the liberty to solicit thy Name to head a respectable List of near twelve hundred Subscribers— The work is in...
183531To Thomas Jefferson from William Esenbeck, 2 December 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
The President of the United States, will be pleased to pardon one of his faithfull Subjects: If his Pointer Dogs should leap over the higest part of the Wall in search of their proper Game If they should tress pass in killing any Sheep, or tame fowl. I will answer for all damages by Peril of being put to Jail, but if the contrary the sheep will follow them, the President will grant me this...
183532To Thomas Jefferson from Thomas Lehré, 2 December 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
I embrace this opportunity that offers on a minute, to enclose you a Copy of our Governors Messages, delivered to both Houses the 29t Ulto— and to inform you that the Caucus held in the Chamber of the Hs. of Representatives, this morning have agreed to support the Election of the following Persons as Elector of President & Vice President To Wit— Colo. Wm: Ronseau — Jno: Wilson
183533To Thomas Jefferson from George Odenheimer, 2 December 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
Information has been presented to me, on Tuesday Evening, 29th. November 1808.— The British were Endeavouring to Sail, or, were a Sailing from Halifax, (Great-Britain) to attack New-York, and were they Successful in taking New-York; it is expected they will Sail up the East-River, to South-Amboy, and from there Endeavour to March to Burlington, & cross the Delaware, to effect a March to...
183534From Thomas Jefferson to Alexander McClurg, 2 December 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
The sentiments which you express in your Address of Octob. 27. of attachment to the rights of your country, of your determination to support them with your lives & fortunes, and of disregard of the inconveniences which must be encountered in resisting insult and aggression, are honorable to yourselves, & encouraging to your country. they are particularly solacing to those who, having laboured...
183535From Thomas Jefferson to Alexander Anderson, 3 December 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
Your letter of Oct. 28. did not get to my hands till Nov. 20. I immediately referred the case to the War office for enquiry. they find that George Purcell, a corporal of Capt Nicoll’s company died Oct. 21. 1808. and that he appears from the accounts of Capt Sterrett late district paymaster to have had pay due him at the time of his death from the 1st. of August preceding, that is to say 2....
183536From Thomas Jefferson to Isaac Ball, 3 December 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
Th: Jefferson presents his compliments to Doctr. Ball and his thanks for the 2d. edition of his animal economy which he recieves with pleasure, and values for it’s compendious form, and clear arrangement. DLC : Papers of Thomas Jefferson.
183537From Thomas Jefferson to John Davis, 3 December 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
Th: Jefferson presents his compliments to mr Davis and his thanks for the offer of the MS. of Colo. Byrd’s journal: but not having in contemplation to make any collection of papers on the subject supposed, he declines the proposal. Indeed he concieves that the journal must be very uninteresting, as Colo Byrd was employed only on the lower part of the line between Virginia & N. Carolina, and of...
183538To Thomas Jefferson from Thomas Jefferson Randolph, 3 December 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
I recieved yours of the 24th & it gives me great pleasure to hear that sister Ann & her husband will live with, us. I am aware of the dangers of my situation & of my own inexperience; I have heard much, & seen little of the vices & follies of the world & distrusting my own knowlegde of human nature, I have shuned all unnecessary intercourse with persons not previously recommended to my...
183539To Thomas Jefferson from Joel Barlow, 4 December 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
I send you the Institute’s examination of Gall’s famous theory of the Brain. The inquiries on this very obscure subject may not lead to any immediate result but to humble the pride of Science, yet the labors of that Society in general impress my mind so deeply with their importance as to make me regret that we have not the means in this country of attaching a higher estimation than we have...
183540To Thomas Jefferson from Thomas Cooper, 4 December 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
I have finished a brief account of what has been done on the subject of a Standard for weights and measures, and sent it to Binns, but whether he will deem it sufficiently popular for his paper I know not. It cannot of course be more than an imperfect sketch, depending as I am compelled to do, for information, on the books about me. John Vaughan bought of Mr Hasl ar , an excellent collection...
183541From Thomas Jefferson to Thomas Munroe, 4 December 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
The Case of the sale of city lots under a decree of the Chancellor of Maryland. The deed of the original owners of the scite of the city of Washington to certain trustees, after making provisions for streets, public squares &c declares that the residue of the ground laid off in building lots shall one moiety belong to the original proprietors, and the other moiety shall be sold on such terms &...
183542To Thomas Jefferson from James G. W. Neale, 4 December 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
Permit me to thank you, for the favour you have done me, in dischargeng me from the Marine Corps. I shall ever remember it with the warmest gratitude. Not, that it excludes me from the defence of my beloved Country; but, because it freed me from the insolence of worthless characters clothed in petty authority. Should an occasion offer, perhaps I may not be found the least useful, or patriotic...
183543From Thomas Jefferson to Charles Willson Peale, 4 December 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
I inclose a draught for 60. D. to meet the current expences of my grandson, including two or three little debts of 2. & 4. D. of mine which I write to him to pay. I make these remittances for him merely by guess, and ready to enlarge them the moment you inform me that they are deficient. My Polygraph has been packed some time, & waits to find some passenger in the stage who will attend to...
183544To Thomas Jefferson from Wilson Cary Nicholas, 5 December 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
I last night received the enclosed, It is a subject that I am incompetent to give an opinion upon. I am with the greatest respect & esteem Your most hum Servt. DLC : Papers of Thomas Jefferson.
183545To Thomas Jefferson from Daniel D. Tompkins, 5 December 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
Permit me to introduce to your acquaintance Mr. Elisha Jenkins Secretary of this State. He is a Gentlemen of the first respectability here and a uniform and decided friend and supporter of your administration. Any attentions you may be pleased to shew him will be deemed a favour conferred upon me. Accept Sir, an assurance of my respect and esteem. MHi : Coolidge Collection.
183546To Thomas Jefferson from Daniel D. Tompkins, 5 December 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
Mr. Francis Bloodgood having informed me of his intention to visit the Seat of Government I take the liberty of introducing him to you. He is Clerk of the Supreme Court of this State, a steady friend & advocate of the administration of the General Government and a gentleman of high respectability. I am, Sir, with great respect and esteem Your Ob. St. MHi : Coolidge Collection.
183547From Thomas Jefferson to Edmund Bacon, 6 December 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
I inclose you three hundred & five Dollars to be disposed of as follows D to John Perry 200.
183548From Thomas Jefferson to Oliver Evans, 6 December 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
In the interval between your 1st. & 2d. patents, a mill was built for me in Virginia, the whole construction of which was left to the builder. I did not know whether he had used your machinery or what part of it, and the patent being then out, I presume he thought it unnecessary to note it to me particularly. by a letter from mr John Moody who says he acts for you, I am informed I am indebted...
183549To Thomas Jefferson from George Gill, 6 December 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
As there is now a call for Officers and soldiers to be employed in the service of the United States, I feeling a desire to be engaged in active military duty towards my Country, solicit the appointment of a commission in the military forces, which are raising throughout the United States. I am about forty five years of age, and have served in our last Revolutionary war. I am now invested with...
183550From Thomas Jefferson to Gideon Granger, 6 December 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
Th: Jefferson begs leave to observe to mr Granger that the proposition to confine the carriage of American produce to American bottoms, can be proved by better evidence than mere conversations: he is almost certain it was expressly recommended in his report on commerce to Congress in 1793. on which mr Madison’s resolutions were founded. not having a copy of the report, he has sent to the Secy....