2221Enclosure: Robert Smith’s List of Batture-Related Papers Sent to Thomas Jefferson, 6 June 1810 (Jefferson Papers)
List of Papers sent to M r Jefferson 6 th June 1810 —from the Dept of State. Three Letters from M r Livingston to the Sec y of State the one without date the others dated
2222To John Adams from Baptist Irvine, 7 June 1810 (Adams Papers)
I have caused one of our papers of to-day to be forwarded to you: it contains an enquiry applicable to yourself; and, though the receipt of the paper might apprize you of the purpose for which it was sent, yet, sir, I thought it due to your station, character and consequence, to accompany “The Whig” with this note, which is written to assure you, that no disrespect was meant by the insertion...
2223To James Madison from Caesar A. Rodney, 7 June 1810 (Madison Papers)
The delicate situation of Mrs. Rodney at the death of her father compelled me to return home & has since detained me. She was however confined the evening before last & has presented me a daughter. In a few days I trust she will be in a situation to leave, and I shall promptly repair to Washington. Private business of considerable consequence, & of a pressing nature in Philadelphia will claim...
2224To James Madison from Samuel Smith, 7 June 1810 (Madison Papers)
I hope & believe that I am not interested in the late Surrender of the American property by the King of Holland to the Emperor of France. I therefore may be permitted to give my Opinion on the Course that the U. S. ought to pursue, being (as to Interest) unbiassed. Holland has by a Solemn treaty transferred all the American property in her Ports to the Emperor of France. Holland then has, by a...
2225Account with St. Mary’s College, [7 June] 1810 (Madison Papers)
Dr. his Excellency James Madison for Master John P Todd 1810. College Charges as specified in the Prospectus June. 7. Mending Linen Stockings &c 3 " Doctor’s fees and Medicines 4 " Paper Slates Quills &c 3 " Postage and Penny Post Commission " 46½ Six Months board and Tuition in Advance 115 125 46½ 1809. Classic Books. Novem. 10.
2226Gideon Gooch to Thomas Jefferson, 7 June 1810 (Jefferson Papers)
I arrive on the 6 th Inst. at Mr Madisons farm Blackmeadow with the merino sheep and wool that is Jointly Between you and Mr Madison will be Glad you would send some person to take charge of the wool and the sheep one of the Ewes has a lamb of the female kind the other Ewe is not with lam who Ever You send to take charge of the Sheep and wool please Give them an order for the deliverry of them...
2227Thomas Jefferson to John Graham, 7 June 1810 (Jefferson Papers)
Having permission from the Secretary of state to ask a communication of any papers in his office relating to the case of the batture , I will take the liberty of addressing myself to you in the detail to avoid giving him unnecessary trouble. I am particularly anxious to get the Memoire of Moireau de Lislet on that subject, & with the least delay possible. if in your office (as I know it was)...
2228John Kelly to Thomas Jefferson, 7 June 1810 (Jefferson Papers)
This will Serve to introduce to your acquaintance M r Elliott Alcocke , who is desirous of entering into the Service of the united states and wishes a recommendation to the Secretary at war . any favor that you may think proper to confer upon him of this kind, will be thankfully acknowledged by y r ob t Serv t RC ( DLC
2229From James Madison to Thomas Jefferson, 8 June 1810 (Madison Papers)
Since I rendered the account of our Merinos sent on by My Overseer, I have learnt, that Mr. Hooe of Alexanda. considers the lamb yeaned after their arrival, as allotted to him by the intention of Mr. Jarvis. I have not yet investigated the merits of his claim, by comparing what he may have recd. from Mr. J. with the language of Mr. J’s letter to me; but I think it very possible that the claim...
2230To James Madison from William Dunn, 8 June 1810 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
8 June 1810, Richmond. Implores JM to send him money so that he can extricate himself from debt and save his character from ruin. “You are surrounded with all the pomp and Splender this world can afford thousands at your command three or four hundred dollers you would Scarcely miss out of your coffers.” RC ( DLC ). 2 pp.
2231From James Madison to Thomas Macon, 8 June 1810 (Madison Papers)
Letter not found. 8 June 1810. Acknowledged in Macon to JM, 13 June 1810 . Suggests two cities other than New York where Madison Macon could gain commercial experience.
2232Randolph Jefferson to Thomas Jefferson, 8 June 1810 (Jefferson Papers)
I have this moment met with your waggoner who tells me that you are all well. I have expected for some time to of recieved a letter from you—but have not received one yet, I expected you were Gone to Richmond , before this agreable to what you told me which I expected was the reason of my not Gitting one from you, I should of bin over before this but have bin very much put to it to Git Iron to...
2233James Madison to Thomas Jefferson, 8 June 1810 (Jefferson Papers)
Since I rendered the account of our Merinos sent on by my Overseer , I have learnt, that M r Hooe of Alexand a considers the lamb yeaned after their arrival, as allotted to him by the intention of M r Jarvis . I have not yet investigated the merits of his claim, by comparing what he may have rec d from M
2234Caesar A. Rodney to Thomas Jefferson, 8 June 1810 (Jefferson Papers)
Your favor of the 30 th ult o found me at this place where I have been detained by the situation of M rs Rodney who lost her father a few weeks ago, & who has just been confined with her tenth child. All my papers on the subject of the Batture are at Washington . In the course of eight or ten days I shall be there, & will send you the paper you mention, or any others you may desire. I should...
2235William Thornton to Thomas Jefferson, 8 June 1810 (Jefferson Papers)
I am very glad that the young Fig trees arrived safe, and also that the former ones were still alive. I am much obliged by your kindness in reserving one of the Sheep dogs for me, and if not yet disposed of in consequence of not meeting with a good conveyance hither I must request your further kindness in sending them by the messenger you will despatch for your Merinos to the President’s ,...
2236To James Madison from Simon Snyder, 9 June 1810 (Madison Papers)
In compliance with the request of the General Assembly, of the commonwealth of Pennsylvania I have the honor to transmit to You a copy of certain resolutions adopted at their last Session. With high respect & consideration Your Obt. Svt. In the General Assembly of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Whereas the Legislature of Pennsylvania at their last Session, made so explicit an avowal of their...
2237John Tyler to Thomas Jefferson, 9 June 1810 (Jefferson Papers)
The Gentleman who bears you this is desirous of presenting to your view a Model of his own invention for improving the Art of distillation, and as I know how prone you are to encourage discoveries of every kind to what ever department of science they may belong, I take the liberty of introducing him to your Notice—Whether to encourage any scheme which may facilitate the means of inebriety can...
2238Gideon Fitz to Thomas Jefferson, 10 June 1810 (Jefferson Papers)
Since my arrival in this country I have heard it generally remarked, that windmills would be exceedingly useful here.—They are in use on the mississippi , but not constructed on any plan, that I know of, which I think to be so managable & useful as the plan I now present to you.— It is of my own invention, never having seen or heard of any thing of its construction. I forward it to you for the...
2239Gideon Fitz’s Drawing of his Windmill, [ca. 10 June 1810] (Jefferson Papers)
Signification of the letters in the drawing, A Axletree, say 15 inches diameter. B. Arm, say 9 feet long. C Large sail, say 6 feet by 4. D Paddle, or small sail E Pivot shaped like those of steelyards. F Cap roof fast to the axle to prevent rain passing down. G Roof. H Joist, or plate.
2240From Walter Hellen to John Quincy Adams, 11 June 1810 (Adams Papers)
I had the Honor to write you on the 22 March whereof the proceeding is a Copy. By the late arrivals we have reason to believe, that the Emperor of France means to shut all the European Ports against our vessels—it appears that most of those that are there, together their Cargoes are sequestered & many condemnations actually taken place; I am therefore afraid that not only the Property which I...
2241Thomas Jefferson to William C. C. Claiborne, 11 June 1810 (Jefferson Papers)
I had heard of your arrival in the Atlantic states some time since, and yesterday recieved your favor from N. Orleans of May 4. announcing your intended voyage, and that I should have the pleasure of seeing you at Monticello . this would at all times be highly welcome to me, but during this season will be peculiarly so, on account of the proceedings which are the subject of your letter. I have...
2242John Graham to Thomas Jefferson, 11 June 1810 (Jefferson Papers)
I had this Morning the Honor to receive your Letter of the 7 th Inst: requesting that I would send you by the return of Post the Memoire of Moreau de Lislet on the subject of the Batture . This Paper is, I believe, in the hands of the attorney General and agreeably to your directions I have written to him to send it either to you or to me as soon as possible. M r Poydrass no doubt has it; but...
2243George Jefferson to Thomas Jefferson, 11 June 1810 (Jefferson Papers)
The nail rod which you have so long expected, and which was shipped from Philadelphia the 12 th of last month , was only received a few days since. It was forwarded to day by a M r Fitch , to whome we had to pay 12/. on account of the carriage. I inclose you a note for your signature, with which to renew the one in the bank. I likewise inclose you a
2244Thomas Jefferson to Randolph Jefferson, 11 June 1810 (Jefferson Papers)
Yours of the 8 th is recieved. I thought it had been agreed between us that I should give you information only when I should be notified of the time of my attendance in Richmond , and that not writing would be evidence to you of my continuance at home. in fact my journey to Richmond is put off to the Fall. I shall therefore be at home till the middle of July, about which time I shall go to...
2245Thomas Jefferson to Thomas Ladd, 11 June 1810 (Jefferson Papers)
I learn from mr Thweatt that in the settlement of the accounts in the case of Skelton’s v. Wayles’s representatives, some doubt has arisen whether a sum of £210, the price of three negroes which I purchased of John Fleming’s estate, has not been erroneously stated by me to be still in my hands, as mr W. Fleming , the surviving exr of John Fleming , supposes it to have been paid. my statement...
2246Enclosure: Thomas Jefferson’s Statement of Account with the Estate of Bathurst Skelton, [ca. 11 June 1810] (Jefferson Papers)
Articles of the personal estate of Bathurst Skelton dec d which came to the hands of Th: Jefferson , & which stand in account to the credit of that estate. £ s d 1772. Jan. 18. By amount of houshold articles, as per inventory recorded 65–10–10½ 1774. Apr. 16.
2247To John Adams from Benjamin Rush, 12 June 1810 (Adams Papers)
Every moment of Amusement that I am able to afford you, is an Addition to my happiness, for which reason I send you from time to time all such numbers of Duanes papers as contain any new Speculations upon the state of our Country.—The enclosed, is I suppose of that nature, for I have read its title only. Have you seen Sillimans travels int o England, Scotland & Holland? They are gener ally...
2248From Abigail Smith Adams to Elizabeth Smith Shaw Peabody, 13 June 1810 (Adams Papers)
I ought to have written to you before this day and have informed you of my Safe return home. benefitid by my excursion—on fryday I left Haverhill and went on to Newbury port, where I was kindly received and hospitably entertaind by mrs Coombs and family: my cold became less troublesome, and on Saturday morning we Sat our faces homeward. the morning was cloudy, and warm. we proceeded Slowly,...
2249To James Madison from Elbridge Gerry, 13 June 1810 (Madison Papers)
From some circumstances which have come to my knowledge, I am induced to think, that measures are adopted to shake the confidence of Government, in their district attorney, George Blake Esqr. If so, the grounds are said to be, his having had in his office, a brother, & his having associated with native & foreign gentlemen, of different politicks . I regret exceedingly, that reports of this...
2250To James Madison from Thomas Macon, 13 June 1810 (Madison Papers)
I have received your favour of the 8 Inst. I am very sensible of the obligation I am under to you for the trouble which your willing to take in favour of my Son. I have no particular preferance in favour of New York over the two Citys which you have mentioned further than it was Madisons choice & I would have wished to have gratifyed him in it. If it is necessary to pay more than his board &...
2251To James Madison from William Pinkney, 13 June 1810 (Madison Papers)
As Mr. Erving leaves Town early in the Morning and it is now past Midnight I have scarcely Time to do more than acknowledge the Receipt of your kind Letter by Dr Logan. In a few Days I will trouble you with a Letter of some Length. The newspapers will apprize you of the Violence & Injustice of France towards the U. S. I hope it will be found possible (at least until England does us Justice) to...
2252To James Madison from Jonathan Williams, 13 June 1810 (Madison Papers)
I took the liberty last fall of submitting to your inspection, as our Patron, Mr Massons Lectures on Fortification which he had presented to the U. S. Mily. Philo: Society. Besides the satisfaction of producing in our own Language the french improvements in this art, I was desirous of knowing whether you thought the Subject worthy of publication and dissemination. Brigadier General Morton of...
2253To James Madison from James Fenner, 13 June 1810 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
13 June 1810, Providence. Reports that Justice William Cushing will resign from the Supreme Court and suggests Barnabas Bidwell be nominated as his replacement. Bidwell’s appointment would “gratify our friends in New England, and afford no cause for censure to our Enemies.” RC ( DNA : RG 59, LAR , 1809–17, filed under “Bidwell”). 1 p. Fenner was the Republican governor of Rhode Island, 1807–11.
2254To James Madison from William Nicholson Jeffers, 13 June 1810 (Abstract) (Madison Papers)
13 June 1810, Cincinnati, Ohio. Circumstances prevented his traveling to France, and a member of Senate has told him the office to which he previously aspired is still vacant. Hopes JM can act while Senate is in recess. Demands from a numerous family require that he find “any office, of Small Emolument.” RC ( DNA : RG 59, ML ). 1 p.
2255Levett Harris to Thomas Jefferson, 13 June 1810 (Jefferson Papers)
I received from the hands of M r John Smith the letter of recommendation You wrote me in his favor, and I have made it a particular duty to shew this amiable Young Gentleman all the attentions & procure for him all the satisfaction to which he has such distinguished claims. he is now upon the moment of his departure for Moscow where he contemplates spending a part of the Summer. M r Smith will...
2256To James Madison from Thomas Jefferson, 14 June 1810 (Madison Papers)
Mr. Thweatt my particular friend and connection expecting that an excursion he is to make will put it in his power to pay his respects to you personally, en passant, and being desirous to do so, I with pleasure present him to you as a gentleman of perfect worth, and of sincere zeal in those political principles which you & I have so steadily cultivated. His energy in their support has been...
2257Thomas Jefferson to James Madison, 14 June 1810 (Jefferson Papers)
M r Thweatt my particular friend and connection expecting that an excursion he is to make will put it in his power to pay his respects to you personally, en passant, and being desirous to do so, I with pleasure present him to you as a gentleman of perfect worth, and of sincere zeal in those political principles which you & I have so steadily cultivated. his energy in their support has been...
2258Thomas Jefferson to Archibald Thweatt, 14 June 1810 (Jefferson Papers)
I wrote you on the 11 th in answer to yours of the 4 th and yesterday recieved yours of the 7 th announcing to me the melancholy information of the death of my most esteemed friend mrs Eppes . an intimate and affectionate acquaintance of 40. years with her had always rendered her very dear to me. nearly the last of my early & most beloved friends has now dropt off, and I really view myself as...
2259From James Madison to Thomas Jefferson, 15 June 1810 (Madison Papers)
The inclosed letters were brought, together with the separate Packet now forwarded, by the John Adams. The official communications received by her, from F. & G. B. you will find in the Natl. Intelligencer of this date. The Editor I perceive passes over the obnoxious refusal of G. B. to comply with the reasonable course of putting an end to the predatory Edicts of both Nations; and it is not...
2260To James Madison from Edmund Randolph, 15 June 1810 (Madison Papers)
This is the first letter, which I have written, since my convalescence after the dreadful attack from a hemiplegia, with which by a kind of sympathy with my poor wife, I was afflicted in a few weeks from her death. It happily affected no faculty of my mind, and has not taken away the sanguine hope, that altho’ I require in rough ground the aid of a crutch, I may be restored to the free use of...
2261From James Madison to James Leander Cathcart, 15 June 1810 (Madison Papers)
Letter not found. 15 June 1810. Acknowledged in Cathcart to JM, 13 Aug. 1810 . Orders wine.
2262From James Madison to Anthony Charles Cazenove, 15 June 1810 (Madison Papers)
Letter not found. 15 June 1810. Acknowledged in Cazenove to JM, 19 June 1810 . Orders wine and transmits an enclosure to be forwarded to James Leander Cathcart in Madeira.
2263Dabney Carr to William Wirt, 15 June 1810 (Jefferson Papers)
I am greatly in arrears to you my Dearest friend: nor can I now discharge the debt. This you will readily believe when I tell you that my darling little Jane is very ill, that I was up with her the greatest part of the last night; & am now suffering under serious apprehensions for her fate—Can any thing wring a father’s heart more severely, than to see a child whom he doats on, parched up with...
2264James Madison to Thomas Jefferson, 15 June 1810 (Jefferson Papers)
The inclosed letters were brought, together with the separate Packet now forwarded, by the John Adams . The official communications received by her, from F. & G.B. you will find in the Nat l Intelligencr of this date. The
2265From Elizabeth Smith Shaw Peabody to Abigail Smith Adams, 16 June 1810 (Adams Papers)
I this Day by the Mail received your kind letter, & am happy to hear you got Home, with your little Ones well, though I did not expect, or welcome you home in Idea till Monday afternoon—It was so very warm & dusty, that I thought neither you, nor your Horses would like to travel—I told Lydia, that you thought you felt better for your late excursion—“Do write, & ask her to come again” Said She,...
2266To James Madison from Samuel Carswell, 16 June 1810 (Madison Papers)
In consequence of a conversation that lately passed, betwixt the post-Master of this place, (Mr. Patton) & myself, I take the liberty, of addressing you at the present time. He says he is fearful, that a late Law of Congress, will compel him, to keep the post-Office open, on the Sabbath. The necessity of enforceing the Law, & the consequences that will result therefrom, are what I purpose to...
2267To James Madison from David Bailie Warden, 16 June 1810 (Madison Papers)
I have the honor of sending you copies of some of my memoirs in defense of american vessels and cargoes. A considerable number of american Cases still remain to be adjudged by the Council of Prizes. As there is no Agent to represent them, I think it is my duty to make a defence. I trust that my zeal and industry in this business, and in the discharge of my Consular duties will meet your...
2268From James Madison to William Jarvis, 17 June 1810 (Madison Papers)
Letters not found. 17 June 1810 (two letters). Acknowledged in Jarvis to JM, 26 Aug. 1810 . Expresses his gratitude on the receipt of the merinos sent by Jarvis and discusses the arrangements for the disposition of the lamb born since their arrival (see JM to Jefferson, 2 July 1810 ). Also places an order for old wine.
2269From James Madison to William Jarvis, 17 June 1810 (Madison Papers)
I take this opportunity from Alexanda. of acknowledging your very valuable favor by the vessel lately arrived there from Lisbon. The Marinos came to hand, without other injury, than an infection of the Scab, which I believe has been cured by a mercurial ointment I had immediately applied to them. The great zeal for this precious breed of sheep, resulting from irresisble [ sic ] evidence of...
2270From James Madison to William Jarvis, 17 June 1810 (Madison Papers)
I have just written to you by another vessel acknowledging the receipt & the favor of your Marinos & requesting you to send me a further supply of Bucellos Wine, such as I recd. in the 2 last pipes. I wish at least two more; and even four pipes if you apprehend future difficulty in procuring it. You will make an acceptable addition also, if you send some good Portugal Wine or Wines of another...