26351To George Washington from Thaddeus Burr, 23 November 1782 (Washington Papers)
The duty we owe our Country dictates that we ought to inform you; that the Supply of Provisions, which the Enemy recieve from this Town, and the Towns west of us is great, and become alarming; And not withstanding every effort in our power has been used to prevent it, within the bounds of this Town, we find, that we are unable to put a stop to the pernicious commerce, unless we can be...
26352To John Adams from Thaddeus Burr, 20 July 1798 (Adams Papers)
At the request of several Gentlemen of Newfield, I address you in behalf of Samuel and Aaron Hawley Junr, for an appointment as Officers in the Navy & Artillery—Samel Hawley has been breed to the Seas from his Youth, he is about thirty four years of age, has for several years commanded a Ship, is an active, smart resolute Man, and from information and what I know of him myself, I think he is...
26353To George Washington from Thaddeus Burr, 19 April 1776 (Washington Papers)
Fairfield [Conn.] 19 April 1776 . Requests GW’s directions regarding Benjamin Gale, who, by General Lee’s order, “was taken up as a Tory” and “has been confined to my Goal, till within a Day or two, when I recd the inclosed resolution of N. York Congress: He is now out upon his Parole of honor. You will observe that the resolve of Congress is directed to the Chairman of our Committee, who...
26354To James Madison from William Burtchell, 4 July 1816 (Madison Papers)
A young man—a Stranger—an Emigrant, ventures to intrude himself upon the notice of the President of the United States; and full of apprehension that my conduct may appear like youthful presumption; I deem it safer to throw myself upon your Clemency than to Offer any appology for my temerity. Peculiar infelicity obliged me to exile myself from my native country, and being now in a Strange land...
26355To George Washington from Daniel Burt, 9 April 1781 (Washington Papers)
Agreable to the Instructions received of Getting waggons to Transport Provisions from Ringwood to the Fort I have done every thing in my power to have as many as Judged our Quota here by favourable means Was Oblidged to Grant a Press Warrent the Constable return’d this morning with The Warrent & Names of Twelve who he had warn’d & every man Said he would Not Go unless there was Some other way...
26356To Thomas Jefferson from Charles Burton, 26 November 1825 (Jefferson Papers)
An account of your late happy escape, with life, from the merciless hands of M r Browere taking your Bust, having appear’d in the New York Evening Post; from which account I am now fully confirmed in the opinion that a scientific Teacher of the art of Perspective and Drawing would be considered an acquisition in your University, as it concludes with these words—“I understand that M r Jefferson...
26357To Thomas Jefferson from Hulb. Burton, 6 September 1824 (Jefferson Papers)
The Lord God in the richness of his mercey hath arisin in the majisty of his power to visit & revisit the children of men for the purpose of purifying by the opperation of his own Love, their rational souls—and thereby prepare them to be happy, supremely happy, in the enjoyment of the Divine presence admitting that all external objects should to give joy or consolation—Whilst my mind (in the...
26358To John Adams from Hull Burton, 30 December 1825 (Adams Papers)
The first disciples of Jesus-Christ did not hesitate at times to ascert that the Love of Christ—the invisable yet sencible influence of redeaming love was the cause of theire preaching and writing—And if the maxim be true that that which has been may be again—I presume you will not view me as boasting when I observe that my mind has felt the influence of something this morning—that I beleaved...
26359Hutchins G. Burton to Thomas Jefferson, 8 November 1821 (Jefferson Papers)
I should have acknowledged the Receipt of your esteemed favor before this time—but I have Just returned from a Journey to the Southern part of this State —The Governor as President of the Board of Trustees of our University , has given Notice for a general meeting on the 28 th of this month, for the purpose of taking under their consideration the subject of your letter —It is certainly a...
26360Hutchins G. Burton to Thomas Jefferson, 4 February 1817 (Jefferson Papers)
I was informed by Mrs. Eppes , that you wished an annual supply of Scoupernong Wine,—I am in the habit of purchasing for the use of my own family, and will with much pleasure undertake the Commission, as it will be no additional trouble.— Be good enough to inform me, whether it would be more convenient for you that the wine be sent to Petersburg , Richmond , or to M r John W. Eppes ’s, as I...
26361Hutchins G. Burton to Thomas Jefferson, 2 April 1817 (Jefferson Papers)
I have purchased for you, a barrel of Wine two years old.—I think it much better than the barrel I sent M r Eppes —I shall forward it by the first opportunity to Richmond —I hope it may not be adulterated, as the Waggonners sometimes take the liberty of playing tricks with articles of this kind, confided to their care,— It will not be necessary to give M r Gibson any instructions about a draft...
26362Hutchins G. Burton to Thomas Jefferson, 7 December 1821 (Jefferson Papers)
I have been much indisposed for several days, is my appology for not answering Your very friendly letter sooner— there is no Individual with whom I am acquainted, that makes it an object, to raise a full crop of Scuppernon wine—it is generally made by the poorer class of the community, and purchased it in , by the Country merchants—with many of whom I am well acquainted—Should You at any time...
26363Peter Burtsell to Thomas Jefferson, 4 January [1822] (Jefferson Papers)
I had the pleasure of receiving by mail your letter of 19 th Ult o in which you note having received the Copy of ‘ Coltons Lacon’ which I had taken the liberty of sending to you— It was intended by me as a small tribute of respect to one of my countrymen who had taken so distinguished a part in her History It is very gratifying to me that you have done me the honour of accepting the Book—on a...
26364To John Adams from Peter Burtsell, 17 December 1821 (Adams Papers)
I had this morning the pleasure of receiving your letter of the 12th Instt: Your approbation of the Book ‘Lacon’ is very gratifying to me—And I hope the small Volume may prove an amusing companion to a good man in the Vale of years—In writing to the man who once ruled the destinies of my country & who took as active a part in obtaining her independence, who Contributed so much to the...
26365Fayette Nevil and Others to James Madison, 8 February 1830 (Madison Papers)
In announcing to you your election as an Honorary Member of the Union Society of Hampden Sidney College; permit us briefly to state the object of this Society, and the qualifications requisite to entitle an individual to the distinction that is now confer’d on you. It’s grand objects are the diffusion of Knowledge and the cultivation of moral and Virtuous principles. Our Society holds in view...
26366To Thomas Jefferson from Lewis Burwell, 15 February 1781 (Jefferson Papers)
Your Excellency will I make no doubt be informed before you get this of the near approach of Lord Cornwallace with the British Army. I last night received information that the enemy were at Boyds Ferry on Dan River Halifax County. I have order’d out all the Militia of this County but I can assure you that we have little or no Amunition and I fear not a hundred Guns in the County. The People...
26367To Thomas Jefferson from Nathaniel Burwell, 11 August 1791 (Jefferson Papers)
Carter’s Grove, 11 Aug. 1791 . In response to TJ’s of 1st, he is sorry to report failure of scheme to sell timber for Paradise. Wilkinson says sales will be offset by cost of cutting and carrying to market.—Specie value of Paradise’s paper is £968.5.6 ⅓, of which all but £62.8 is in Virginia Loan Office Certificates. In final settlement, he would be obliged to TJ for information about value of...
26368To Thomas Jefferson from Nathaniel Burwell, 30 March 1781 (Jefferson Papers)
Carter’s Grove, James City County, 30 Mch. 1781 . Encloses names of six militia ordered by court martial to serve as regular soldiers for six months and adds: “I expected there would have been more.” Three have already gone off, and if there is no objection, “as there are some circumstances that make in Favor of the other three,” they will be delivered at the prison, “that by being near their...
26369To Thomas Jefferson from Nathaniel Burwell, 24 June 1792 (Jefferson Papers)
Yours of the 15th. Instant I have recieved, and in answer thereto, do with pleasure inform you, that Mr. Paradise’s Papers were funded last fall, and that on the receipt of a letter from his Trustees last March, the Stock was immediately sold @ 18/6 in the pound and produced in the whole about £920 Currency; but as the transfer could not be made, without a particular Power of Attorney for that...
26370To Thomas Jefferson from Nathaniel Burwell, 2 January 1781 (Jefferson Papers)
The Enemy’s Fleet have just now come to off this Place; they consist of 23 Sail, including two Men of war; a number of Flatbottom’d Boats are a-Stern of the Ships full of men. We have near 200 men under the Command of Colo: Innis and myself a number very insufficient for the present Purpose: however nothing shall be wanting as far as we’re able to oppose the Enemy if they attempt to land. A...
26371To Thomas Jefferson from Nathaniel Burwell, 26 February 1781 (Jefferson Papers)
Agreeable to an act entitled an act for the better regulation and discipline of the Militia passed May 1779 a Court martial has been lately held in this County for the trial of such of the Militia as did not turn out when ordered, by which ten or twelve of them are turn’d over as regular Soldiers. I find by the above mentioned act that they are to serve as regular Soldiers in Troops of this...
26372Nathaniel Burwell to Thomas Jefferson, 17 February 1818 (Jefferson Papers)
I have taken the liberty of addressing you, to request that you will recommend a system of female education, best adapted to the present state of our society. Such a plan as is compatable with the pecuniary circumstances of females, that will enable them to acquire a liberal and accomplished education. Should you find it convenient to furnish a plan of education, I must trouble you farther to...
26373To James Madison from William A. Burwell, 1 February 1815 (Madison Papers)
The Sacrifices made to defend Norfolk with Militia are of a Nature & to an extent requiring the most Serious consideration from the Gen’l Gov’t; I am satisfied you cannot know the Sufferings to which Individuals & families are exposed by that policy, & the Serious Diminution of the Physical strength of virginia; to Say nothing of the effect produced on the Spirit, of the people, & their...
26374To James Madison from William A. Burwell, 16 April 1810 (Madison Papers)
By a resolution of this House an adjournment will take place on the 23d. I am personally extremely anxious to get home, every consideration conspires to render me impatient, but I think from the prospect which the last intelligence from Europe presents us, much good might result from the arrival of the J. A. There are also several questions of great national Moment which would probably be...
26375To James Madison from William A. Burwell, 14 December 1805 (Madison Papers)
I take the liberty of naming the Lynchburg Star as a fit paper for the publication of the Laws of the UStates. Its character is decidedly Republican, Situation central, & circulation extensive in the western parts of the State; If these circumstances were not Sufficient to recommend the Star, I would add, that the Editor, is a man of Talents, & means to devote himself to the diffusion of...
26376To Thomas Jefferson from William A. Burwell, 18 January 1805 (Jefferson Papers)
An unwillingness to trespass on your time has hitherto prevented any communication from me, But as the period for closing the Session of Assembly approaches, I have determind to request that my attendance at Washington may be dispensed with until the Spring; It would perhaps be unpleasant to Mr C. at this particular time to leave Wtn, after remaining with anxious expectation to hear the Trial...
26377William A. Burwell to Thomas Jefferson, 21 July 1813 (Jefferson Papers)
I wrote Mrs Burwell to send my horses to meet me at Monticello , under an expectation I should reach your house on thursday—the unexpected delay of the Tax bills compels me to remain longer, may I beg the favor of you to detain my Servant until I can leave this place, which I propose doing in a Hack— we have been much commotion for a week past—the whole City is under arms & on militia duty at...
26378To James Madison from William A. Burwell, 22 February 1815 (Madison Papers)
Permit me to offer you my most sincere congratulations upon the restoration of peace upon terms, & under circumstances peculiarly honorable to this Country; I do it as well on account of the Nation, as yourself. They are happily relieved from much Suffering, restored to the enjoyment of their rights, exalted in the estimation of the world, and confirmed in the Stability of their Government;...
26379To James Madison from William A. Burwell, 19 February 1813 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
19 February 1813. “I perceive it is the intention of the Govt to raise 1000 men of the 20,000 for the state of Virginia. Without being authorised I will suggest Thomas M. Randolph for a Colonel. I think he would make a most Zealous, & valuable officer.” RC ( DLC ). 1 p. Docketed by JM. Thomas Mann Randolph (1768–1828) was the son of Thomas Mann Randolph and Anne Cary Randolph and the...
26380William A. Burwell to Thomas Jefferson, 12 October 1810 (Jefferson Papers)
A visit to the Springs for the benefit of my family delay’d the Receipt of your letter until a few days past; otherwise I should have given you an answer sooner; The quarry to which you allude is in the County of Franklin on the Pigg River , about 45 miles from New London , the Road is generally hilly but firm, such as the waggoners are accustomed to carry from 3. to 4000—in the summer, & Fall...
26381Enclosure: Instructions for the Use of a Carding Machine, [ca. 13 March 1813] (Jefferson Papers)
Directions for using the Carding Engine Make the feeding frame fast in front of the Engine, by means of the irons and screw rod, and so placed that the cards on the main Cylinder will just pass the fluted Rollers without touching them.—The upper fluted Roller is kept down on the under one by two wires ( ) hooked ovev over the pivots of it at the ends, & under two small iron levers ( ) one end...
26382To James Madison from William A. Burwell, 21 March 1814 (Madison Papers)
The enclosed letter is from the Pt of the Farmers Bank Lynchbrg Va, a man of considerable experience in trade, & of an excellent character; coming from an interior part of the country, but nevertheless extensively engaged in commerce. I hope it will not be consider’d improper to submit its contents to your consideration; I will however observe that altho the extent of the evil may be admitted,...
26383William A. Burwell to Thomas Jefferson, 16 February 1810 (Jefferson Papers)
Your letter in answer to my enquiries relative to the medal Voted Gen l Lee by Congress has been some time since received & will be used, by the President in the manner he thinks proper; The impression made on my mind in that part of it which authorises me to use it as I find proper, connected with what has previously passed upon the Subject, was, that I had embarked in an enquiry which had...
26384William A. Burwell to Thomas Jefferson, 29 December 1809 (Jefferson Papers)
Some days Since I received a letter from the Son of Genl Lee requesting me to apply to the P’t of the US. upon the Subject of a Medal voted his Father for his Services by the old Congress , which has never been presented; he said the you were entrusted with procuring it while minister in France , but had left the Country before the Medal was completed; I stated these circumstances to Mr...
26385To Thomas Jefferson from William A. Burwell, 3 May 1804 (Jefferson Papers)
I have made every exertion to Reach Washington; by the time specified in Your letter—Some delay was unavoidable, the difficulty of procuring suitable persons to manage my affairs in my absence, the necessity of closing some transactions which were understood only by myself—I shall rest this day & proceed immediately to W—The selection you have made of me in my retirement; will if possible...
26386To Thomas Jefferson from William A. Burwell, 29 November 1804 (Jefferson Papers)
It has been suggested to me, that some censure will attatch to my relinquishment of the seat in the Legislature of virginia to which I was elected in April last by the people of Franklin ; I am not vain to hold a place in that body. No beleif is entertain’d that there , or in any other place my name would acquire approbation; farther than a sincere desire to discharge promptly and with...
26387William A. Burwell to Thomas Jefferson, 13 March 1813 (Jefferson Papers)
the only difficulty I can imagine with the aid of these directions is the want of correspondent marks or letters on the different parts of your machine, you may however without them soon discover them when the machine is put in motion; I have added directions for the Drawing & Roving head, because it adds so much to the value of the Carding Engine, that you should lose no time in procuring...
26388To Thomas Jefferson from William A. Burwell, 5 May 1804 (Jefferson Papers)
When I arrived at this place, on my way to Washington, I was informed you were still at Monticello—I now consider myself at your Service & shall be prepar’d to Receive & execute your orders on all occasions—permit me to wish you health & happiness— RC ( MHi ); endorsed by TJ as received 10 May and so recorded in SJL .
26389William A. Burwell to Thomas Jefferson, 19 February 1813 (Jefferson Papers)
I hope you will find the enclosed useful in the management of your Domestic concerns. It is easily understood, and furnishes 52 patterns of Cloth; Nothing more has transpired from Harrisons Army re l ative to Genl Winchester , it is however believed the greater part of the men behaved with singular courage, & maintained their ground as long as it was practicable against a superior force, the...
26390To Thomas Jefferson from William Armistead Burwell, 28 February 1807 (Jefferson Papers)
I am now with Mr Randolph & have just read your letter, he would come over to day, but the state of the weather, & the return of his fever seem to decide in favor of Tomorrow; I will give Joseph verbally such directions about bringing the carriage as may be necessary—I think it particularly necessary that Mr. R. should remove to your house, his disease has originated in the state of his mind,...
26391To Thomas Jefferson from William Armistead Burwell, 15 September 1805 (Jefferson Papers)
I had determin’d to return & continue in your Service until the arrival of Captn Lewis, or during the term of your Administration; that resolution is for the present frustrated by an attack of the Dysentery, by which my health has been so much impair’d that I despair of being able to Join you in time to reach Wtn—It is not my wish to expose you to inconvenience by making an improper request, I...
26392To Thomas Jefferson from William Armistead Burwell, 21 May 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
You will receive enclosed Ten dollars the sum lent me, together with a small Packet which I will thank you to forward in your mail,— I have not yet seen many people in the Districk, but from the enquiries I have made & the information I have received, the public opinion is much more favorable to the Embargo than was to be expected, they all prefer it to a state of war, & will bear its...
26393To Thomas Jefferson from William Armistead Burwell, 22 January 1806 (Jefferson Papers)
The Manual & letter have been receiv’d; & for the future I shall endeavor to acquire that information which is so abundantly supplied, from the first to Men who fill Legislative functions; The sentiments of friendship which the second contains, fills my mind with sensations indescribeable, Your good opinion is all I ask, it is more precious to me, than every other blessing which can happen,...
26394To Thomas Jefferson from William Armistead Burwell, 21 November 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
From letters I have seen from Richmond, It is reported that some friend of yours, wrote a letter which was shewn, intimating, that the Embargo would be taken off. in consequence of this intelligence Tobo rose to eight Dollars. that your crop was sold under this delusion, to the ruin of the purchaser. You are not for a moment to suppose I credit the report. on the contrary I know it false, &...
26395William A. Burwell to Thomas Jefferson, 26 February 1817 (Jefferson Papers)
Colo Taylor & myself, equally regret having troubled you with Mr Graham ’s papers, & feel Satisfied that you have expressed no opinion—I expected you would receive many letters in your retirement from those who have your happiness at heart, or wish the Sanction of your name to Support favorite opinions, but I had no idea that your labors were So great; I am only Surprised that you have...
26396William A. Burwell to Thomas Jefferson, 6 January 1820 (Jefferson Papers)
I have obtaind a Copy from the Treasury of the prices paid in London for Instruments and enclose it for your examination— M r Crawford informs me that M r Jackson procured in Paris Instruments of the best construction for the University of Georgia at prices far below the Cost paid by Hassler ; &
26397To Thomas Jefferson from William Armistead Burwell, 15 November 1808 (Jefferson Papers)
Dctr William Upshaw of Virginia wishes to obtain the appointment of Hospital or Regimental Surgeon, in the Service of the US; I am well convinced from the concurrent tistimony of his acquaintances, of his capacity, & from my own knowledge of his merits; he maintains in Society, as a Physician & Man, a character which it is desirable to introduce among those employ’d by the Gov’t—for one I...
26398William A. Burwell to Thomas Jefferson, 7 October 1819 (Jefferson Papers)
Your letter of the 26 th gave me the first intelligence of M r Nicholas ’ s ability to releive you, I never doubted, his disposition, but fear’d your absence and the importunity of Creditors would appropriate his means to themselves—It gives me Sincere pleasure to find your mind at ease upon the Subject, the magnitude of the loss would be Serious at any time, in the present condition of the...
26399William A. Burwell to Thomas Jefferson, 22 January 1817 (Jefferson Papers)
Colo Waller Taylor Senator from Indiana has requested me to enclose the papers of Mr Graham for your examination; Mr Graham he informs me is very respectable & attatches considerable importance to the discovery he thinks he has made, But such is the confidence he places in your opinion that it will be abandon’d upon a suggestion of yours from you —I am aware that this will give you trouble,...
26400To Thomas Jefferson from William Armistead Burwell, 3 March 1807 (Jefferson Papers)
I fear your mind has been affected by a conversation yesterday with Mr R. who observed he was indifferent to live—He says he was impressed with shame for having left you—but if he lives he will make amends to you & his family, by his encreased love for both—I have quieted his mind. ViU .