481To Thomas Jefferson from Levi Lincoln, 9 June 1802 (Jefferson Papers)
On examining the charges against Governor St. Clair, and his defence, unaccompanyed with any documents, I some time since wrote the inclosed, & delivered those papers to the secretary of the navy. I have perused the vouchers which were put into my hands yesterday, in support of the charges, and find nothing, which changes the opinion which I had formed on reading the defence, excepting that...
482Enclosure: From Levi Lincoln, 25 May 1802 (Jefferson Papers)
In examining the charges against Govr. St. Clair and his defence, it is perceived, that an improper exercise of a confidence, or of a discretion, which had been placed in him, constitute an important part of them. This discretion can be rightfully exercised only when it aims at the ends for which it was intrusted. It is not directed by any special provisions, either in the ordinance, or in any...
483From Thomas Jefferson to Thomas McLean, 9 June 1802 (Jefferson Papers)
Your favor of May 2. was not recieved till a few days ago. however strong my preference of subjects of the nature of that of your letter yet the business of my present station requiring the whole of my time and attention, forbids me to give any portion of either from it’s duties. I have been obliged therefore to forbid myself to enter into philosophical speculations. should you propose to...
484From Thomas Jefferson to Edward Savage, 9 June 1802 (Jefferson Papers)
Having been absent during the month of May on a visit to Monticello, your letter of Apr. 29. has remained here unanswered. during my absence also the boxes containing the print frames arrived safe. mr John Barnes of Georgetown, who does business for me, will this day remit to his friend mr Ludlow of New York the sum of 61. D. 75 c. the amount of your bill the frames give perfect satisfaction....
485To Thomas Jefferson from William Thornton, [9 June 1802] (Jefferson Papers)
W: Thornton returns his respectful Compliments to the President of the United States.—He has perused, and returns Mr: Elgar’s Letter ; but is not acquainted with any Species of Serpentine Stone which he thinks can possibly possess the magnetic Power, as it is a species of Calcarious Stone, or Marble, denominated from its Spots and variegated appearance, not endued, to the best of his...
486To Thomas Jefferson from DeWitt Clinton, 10 June 1802 (Jefferson Papers)
As the politics of S. Carolina are very interesting, I enclose you a pamphlet ascribed to Mr. Marshall one of the Chancellors of that State, which will present them in a new point of view; as probably it has not reached you, you will excuse me for taking this liberty.— Our political aspects here are very good: I have no doubt but that every thing will eventuate right. I am with great respect &...
487To Thomas Jefferson from William Davidson, 10 June 1802 (Jefferson Papers)
With due deference the Subscriber prays leave respectfully to submit the following remarks on the Causes which most probably led to his recent arrest and detainer by General LeClerc in Hispaniola As soon as General LeClerc got possession of Cape Francois, he laid an embargo on all American vessels, which continued for the space of fifteen days. By the expiration of this period several battles...
488To Thomas Jefferson from Henry Dearborn, 10 June 1802 (Jefferson Papers)
I have the honor to propose for your approbation William King of the State of Pennsylvania and Joseph West of New Jersey to be Surgeons Mates, in the Army. I have the honor &ca. FC ( Lb in DNA : RG 107 , LSP ). After being notified of their appointments, WILLIAM KING was assigned to Fort Massac, near the mouth of the Ohio River, while JOSEPH WEST
489Memorandums to Albert Gallatin, 10 June 1802 (Jefferson Papers)
Nicholas Gilman Henry S. Langdon John Goddard John Mc.Clintock } to be Commissioners of bankruptcy for New Hampshire. N.York Albany
490To Thomas Jefferson from Samuel Miller, 10 June 1802 (Jefferson Papers)
I do myself the honor to transmit herewith a copy of the annual publication of our Missionary Society. The information which it contains respecting our exertions, & the result of them during the past year, may, perhaps, not be altogether uninteresting to you. Be pleased to accept of it, as a small testimony of that high respect with which I have the honor to be, your humble servant, RC ( DLC...
491To Thomas Jefferson from Mitchell & Buel, 10 June 1802 (Jefferson Papers)
Among the many tributes of respect which you receive from the citizens of the United States, a country News-paper will, perhaps, be of but little consequence. We have, however, herewith, presented Your Excellency with the first No. of the Political Barometer , the succeeding Numbers of which we shall continue to send on, unless you should signify your wish to have them discontinued. There are...
492To Thomas Jefferson from Charles Willson Peale, 10 June 1802 (Jefferson Papers)
The Bone from Mr Jno. Brown I have received to day, and great was my surprise to find it in form corrisponding to the ox, which the enclosed drawing will best explain. It is a proof that the Indian Tradition has a good foundation. It certainly must have been a Buffalo of vast size , for compairing this fragment with the same parts of a common Ox and its size may pretty nearly be computed to be...
493Enclosure I, Diagram: Top of Bison Skull, 10 June 1802 (Jefferson Papers)
View of the Upper Part From the Suter H the center of the Head to root of the horn I 7 Inches From the place of Insertion of the muscles of the Neck K to the fore part of the upper head broke off at L 10 Inches. The weight of this piece is 35 ℔ MS ( DLC : TJ Papers, 124:21495); in Peale’s hand.
494Enclosure II, Diagram: Back of Bison Skull, 10 June 1802 (Jefferson Papers)
View of the Back part that Joins the neck From A to B 2 feet 5 Inches. Circumference at C 21 Inches. { The Hollow part above F I believe is part of the Cavity to receive the muscles that lift the under Jaw. at G is the inner surface corrisponding, measurement across 9 Inches. That part which should join the hind part comprising the Ear is defficient. ditto at D 17 Inches— E hole for the spinal...
495To Thomas Jefferson from David Redick, 10 June 1802 (Jefferson Papers)
about three weeks ago I received a letter from a Gentleman , residing amongst the Indians, concerned in the Missionary business of the United Brethern of Bethlehem.—In the letter he states as follows—Viz—”One Act however, if true may opperate in the decree of heaven, much against him in the long run. Viz that he should have told the Indian Chiefs who lately visited him: that they stood in no...
496To Thomas Jefferson from Alexander White, 10 June 1802 (Jefferson Papers)
In the last conversation I had the honour to hold with you, you observed that you had not expected anything further would have been paid to the Commissioners on account of the square conveyed to the U. States for the site of Marine Barracks —This has occasioned me to reflect in what passed between us on that subject previous to the purchase; and if my memory does not fail me, the idea...
497From Thomas Jefferson to John Barnes, 11 June 1802 [document added in digital edition] (Jefferson Papers)
Th: Jefferson has been taking a view of his affairs, and sends mr Barnes a statement of them. if it should be possible to get through the month of July without the aid of the bank, by my giving a new note there on the 4th of August for 2000. Doll. we should on that day be almost compleatly relieved, and the reciept of the 4th. of October will take up the note, and leave me entirely out of...
498To Thomas Jefferson from George Jefferson, 11 June 1802 (Jefferson Papers)
Your favor of the 8th. is duly received. The letter which it inclosed for Mr. Craven Peyton, shall be held subject to his call. I forwarded the day before yesterday 504 ℔. bacon to Mr. Lilly agreeably to your direction, that having been the first opportunity which has offered since the receipt of your letter on the subject. the same boat brought down a Piano forte to go to Philadelphia, which...
499To Thomas Jefferson from James Monroe, 11 June 1802 (Jefferson Papers)
I find by your letter of the 3d., that you think Sierra Leone on the Coast of Affrica a suitable place for the establishment of our insurgent slaves, that it may also become so for those who are or may hereafter be emancipated, and that you are disposed to obtain the assent of the company to such a measure through our minister in London, while your attention will be directed in the interim to...
500From Thomas Jefferson to William Wardlaw, 11 June 1802 (Jefferson Papers)
Mr. Barnes two days ago remitted to mrs Jackson 200 Dollars, which will of course get to her hands to-night. I think you mentioned that you should have further remittances to make her. I have to pay 30. Dollars to John Perry , which if you will deliver to him, I will place the same sum for you in mrs Jackson’s hands, it being easier to me to remit to Philadelphia than to Albemarle. I shall...
501To Thomas Jefferson from John Barnes, 12 June 1802 (Jefferson Papers)
Allow me Sir, to make my most grateful acknowledgemts. for your Acceptable communications last Evening —Under a pressure of disappointmt. and indisposition—they were indeed; very consoling. in whatever situation it may be thought, necessary, for me to be employed in—suited—to my small Abilities, & time of Life—I shall most cheerfully, exert them, and hope to Merit the favr. And if Sir, I can...
502From Thomas Jefferson to George Jefferson, 12 June 1802 (Jefferson Papers)
Below is a list of my poor crop of tobo. made at Poplar forest the last year. how much can I get for it with you, in cash, and how much on 90. days credit? your answer will enable me to judge what to do with it. as I am informed it was sent off in April, I presume it is with you long before this date. accept my affectionate wishes. Nett TI. No. 1152 1578. PF. 1153 1686 1154 1562 1155 ...
503To Thomas Jefferson from Thomas McKean, 12 June 1802 (Jefferson Papers)
Calling to recollection, that when in the city of Washington I named my son Robert as a suitable person for a Commissioner of Bankrupts in Pennsylvania, it appears to me proper to inform you that he died on Tuesday last, the 8th. instant: His brother-in-law , Andrew Pettit Esquire would, in my opinion, be well qualified to fill that office; he is a reputable Merchant and Alderman of this city,...
504To Thomas Jefferson from Joseph Priestley, 12 June 1802 (Jefferson Papers)
I hope you will excuse my request to dedicate to you one of the works of which you will find some account in the printed Prospectus, which I take the liberty to inclose, in order to shew you the extent of my views, and my wishes, in this world. I have never gone beyond the bounds of what I thought the strict truth in any dedication that I have written, and I am confident I have not in this....
505To Thomas Jefferson from Joseph Priestly [on or before 12 June 1802] (Jefferson Papers)
My high respect for your character, as a politician, and a man, makes me desirous of connecting my name in some measure with yours while it is in my power, by means of some publication, to do it. The first part of this work, which brought the history to the fall of the western empire, was dedicated to a zealous friend of civil and religious liberty, but in a private station. What he, or any...
506To Thomas Jefferson from Robert Smith, 12 June 1802 (Jefferson Papers)
I have the honor to enclose herewith a Warrant of Midshipman for William Sim . He is the son of a very meritorious officer in our revolutionary War.— With much respect, I have the honor to be, Sir, Yr mo: ob: servt.— RC ( DLC ); in a clerk’s hand, signed by Smith; at foot of text: “The President”; endorsed by TJ as received from the Navy Department on 12 June and “Midshipman” and so recorded in...
507From Thomas Jefferson to Thomas Claxton, 13 June 1802 (Jefferson Papers)
I omitted to place in my memorandum 2. wire-screens for the windows of the Setting room, intended to exclude the candle flies and bugs in the evening, which abound here in most uncommon quantities. they should be 4 f. 9. I. square, & the meshes 1/8 or 3/16 of an inch wide & ¼ Inch. high. a single one does for each window. there is a mr Sellers 231. market street who works well in wire. I will...
508To Thomas Jefferson from Thomas Claxton, 13 June 1802 (Jefferson Papers)
Before I left the City of Washington you mentioned a floor Cloth which you wished to have painted on Canvass—Since I have been here, I have seen a kind of grass matting which is used by the genteelest people,—it is, in my estimation very handsom and comes cheaper even than the common painted cloths of this country—Inclosed, Sir, you have a specimen of the stuff—it is a yard and a half wide and...
509From Thomas Jefferson to Roberts & Jones, 13 June 1802 (Jefferson Papers)
Having occasion to have a piece of work executed at Monticello which requires the very toughest iron it is possible to find, and some of the best German steel, I will pray you to send me a quarter ton of iron of the toughest quality you can procure, among which let there be 2. bars from 1½ I. to 1⅝ I. square, the rest of smaller bars, some flat, some square; & also 100. ℔. best German...
510From Thomas Jefferson to Thomas Whitney, 13 June 1802 (Jefferson Papers)
I observe in the European catalogues of Optical, Astronomical &c. Instruments, they advertize ‘Artificial horizons by parallel glasses and quicksilver to take double altitudes by, £1–16. sterl.’ I suppose it possible that this may be to supply the want of a good horizon at land and enable us to use Hadley’s quadrant here as well as at sea. should this be the case, and you happen to have one,...