Filed alphabetically by correspondent.
ALS, Washington. On the recent work of Congress, the strength of republicanism over federalism, suggesting Barlow move to Washington, D.C. and write a history of the U.S., mentioning John Marshall's forthcoming book on the life of [George] Washington, with a postscript about the house and land of Gustavus Scott, who has gone bankrupt and is selling his property. 2 pp.
LS, to the inhabitants of the town of Beverly. Explaining the background of the embargo acts and the necessity of keeping them in place. 3 pp.
ALS, Monticello. Thanking Botta for a promised work on the American Revolution, remarking on the age of revolutions it ushered in. 1 p. [Retirement Series, Vol. 2: 529-530]
ALS (RC), New York. Complaining about the detention of ships' registers at Hispaniola using Captain Brown and the sloop Polly at Port-au-Prince as an example; hoping French authorities will issue an order against the practice. 1 p. [Vol. 17: 417]
LS, Philadelphia. Noting how busy he is as Secretary of State; mentioning Congress' failure to pass an act regulating the function of Consuls; attributing the prosperity of the nation to good government, agriculture, and manufacturing; hoping for peace with the Indians; and warning Bourne not to meddle with internal disputes between France and her colony [Haiti]. 4 pp. [Portions of this letter were copied and sent as a circular to other U.S. Consuls. See Vol. 20: 401-404 for more.]
ALS (RC), Monticello. Thanking him for a pamphlet on manufactures, commenting on how the U.S. should handle its own agriculture and manufactures in light of market rivalries from South America and Europe; updating Briggs on the status of a request for compensation. 1 p.
These two letters to Callender became part of a Federalist campaign against Jefferson, in which he was accused of paying Callender to write The Prospect Before Us, a work critical of George Washington and John Adams. Multiple copies of the letters were made and put on display as evidence for both sides. Augustine Davis, who is noted as having received the letters from Callender, was an editor at a Federalist newspaper in Richmond. For more, see Volume 31: 180-182.
Letter (copy), Monticello. Mentioning troubles with the post office, subscribing to Callender's next book, and saying that violence and rebellion are rare in Virginia and will not be tolerated. With brief mention of [Jonathan] Robbins being delivered to the British. The letter is noted as being "given by Mr. Callender to A. Davis." 1 p. [Vol. 31: 179-182]
Letter (copy), Monticello. Referring to previous letters concerning the Comte de Vergennes and the high cost of a treaty with Algiers; explaining how each state chooses electors; saying he will soon stop signing and writing letters for fear his words will be perverted in the eyes of the public. The letter is noted as being "given by Mr. Callender to Aug. Davis." 2 pp. [Vol. 31: 200-202]
ALS (RC), Monticello. Commenting on the recent truce which he will not call "peace" until American seamen are no longer impressed; discussing the effects of Napoleon's downfall; expressing his hope that Congress will now focus on creating stable military and financial systems. 2 pp. with a draft of a September 9, 1815 letter from Campbell to Jefferson. 3 pp.
Letter (copy), Washington. To the King of Spain. Saying that David Humphreys, U.S. minister to Spain, is retiring. Assuring continued friendship and peace between the two nations. 1 p.
ALS (RC), Monticello. Remarks on the growth of local agricultural societies, with hope they will someday expand to the state and national level. 1 p.
Letter (copy). To the Senate & House of Representatives. Forwarding three letters [not included]: 1) from the U.S. minister at London regarding a treaty; 2) from the U.S minister at Paris, concerning the effects of a recent imperial decree; 3) from Cowles Mead, acting governor of the Mississippi Territory, saying that Aaron Burr has surrendered. 1 p.
ALS (RC). Written in third person. Returning a book, dealing with port charges at Port-au-Prince, and asking about the kind of money used in the French West Indies. 1 p. [Vol. 22: 414]
ALS (RC), Monticello. Discussing their failed attempt to found a newspaper; describing the results of the Virginia congressional elections with harsh words against [Patrick] Henry. 2 pp. [Vol. 31: 112-114]
ALS, Monticello. Recommending William Henry Kennon for midshipman. 1 p.
ALS. Citing the reasons why it is illegal for the Governor of East Florida to enlist soldiers for an expedition against the Creek Indians. 1 p.
ALS, Washington. Concerning decorative choices for his home with mention of composition ornament, woods for his parlor, and drawings for a fireplace. 1 p.
ALS (RC), Monticello. Ordering wine, olive oil, macaroni, and anchovies. 1 p.
ALS (RC), New York. Concerning his efforts to straighten out a situation involving the Secretary of the Treasury [Alexander Hamilton] and an abusive letter to Donald; mentioning the possibility of war in Northern Europe. 1 p. [Vol. 16: 325]
ALS (RC), Monticello. Concerning the publication of Destutt de Tracy's Elemens d'Ideologie and the recent failures of the British (in the War of 1812), mentioning the Battle of New Orleans and the Hartford Convention. 1 p.
ALS (RC), Monticello. Asking Dufief to undertake the payment of some of his bills in Philadelphia; ordering books. 1 p.
ALS, Washington. To his daughter, "Maria." Reporting on the status of a measles outbreak at Monticello, promising that by the time she arrives any infected persons will have been removed; giving directions for her health and travel; mentioning that Tory newspapers are attacking her husband's publication. 1 p.
ALS (RC) to the U.S. Minister at Madrid. Introducing and recommending the bearer, Mr. George Ticknor, a young American gentleman traveling through Europe. 1 p.
ALS (RC), Monticello. Thanking the professor for a copy of a work on algebra, commenting on different mathematical methods. 1 p.
ALS, written in third person. Apologizing for a delayed invitation to dine, explaining that Fenner's name was somehow lost among the list of gentlemen who called on Jefferson. 1 p.
ALS, Monticello. Responding to a pamphlet written by Fishback, offering his belief that society should be ruled by the moral precepts on which all religions agree and not disturbed by the points on which they disagree. 2 pp. [Retirement Series, Vol. 1: 565-566]
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ALS (RC), Paris. Discussing his opinion of the new constitution and his esteem for the framers, but expressing concern that they have planted "seeds of danger" by presuming succeeding rulers will be as honest as themselves. 1 p. [An enclosure originally accompanied this letter, a copy of which is now housed in the Library of Congress. Vol. 12: 475-79]
ALS, Washington. Concerning various kinds of business and upkeep at Monticello, mentioning nail rods, nurses, and tenants. 1 p.
ALS, Monticello. Citing suspicious accounting as the reason Gerry's brother was removed from office; explaining how certain officers from the previous administration were also removed in order to make room for republican appointees. 2 pp.
Harrison was a Virginia delegate to the Continental Congress and Governor of Virginia from 1781 to 1784.
ALS (RC), In Council. Reporting the arrival of a British fleet in [Chesapeake] Bay, suspected to be hostile; asking for advice from the General Assembly. Docketing on the back notes that the letter was laid on the table by the Assembly. 1 p. [Vol. 4: 289-290]
ALS (RC), Annapolis. Sending news of Congress and the topics it will address including treaties of commerce, Indian affairs, and western posts. Answering a question about loan office debt. Discussing how many states have yet to adopt the impost. 2 pp. [Vol. 7: 225-6]
ALS (RC), in third person. Forwarding tuition fees of Benjamin and Lewis Randolph [sons of his daughter, Martha]. 1 p.
ALS (RC), Boston. Transmitting his decision to postpone a trip to France as the only ships currently available would expose him to an undesirable "crowd of passengers," mentioning that Mrs. [John] Adams and her daughter recently left on a crowded ship, and saying that the next time he sees Humphreys he will deliver a packet of papers from General Washington. 1 p. [Vol. 7: 311-12]
ALS (RC), Boston. 8 o'clock P.M. Hastily notifying Humphreys that Mr. Tracy, whose ship is bound for London, has agreed to stop at France; urging Humphreys to immediately come to Boston as the ship leaves in a matter of days. 1 p. [Vol. 7: 321]
ALS (RC), Boston. 6 o'clock P.M. Regretting that Humphreys was unable to join him for the passage to Paris, suggesting alternate travel plans, requesting that Humphreys board with him once he reaches Paris. With mention of Dr. [Benjamin] Franklin at Passy. 1 p. [Vol. 7: 363-4
ALS, London (RC). Responding to Humphreys' resignation as secretary to the commissions, commending and thanking him for his service, asking him to write with news from America and deliver a letter to [John] Jay. 1 p. [Vol. 9: 328]
ALS (RC), Paris. Mentioning some business he has undertaken following Humphrey's resignation, discussing the terms of commercial treaties with Portugal and Prussia, the hostility of England towards the U.S., and the anticipated death of the King of Prussia. 2 pp. [Vol. 9: 469]
ALS (RC), Paris. On the poor state of the public treasury; Algerian, Moroccan, and European affairs; his work with the Marquis de Lafayette to secure a commercial treaty; and painter [John] Trumbull's visit to Europe. 2 pp. [Vol. 10: 250-252]
ALS (RC), New York. Giving detailed orders for Humphreys to travel to London, Lisbon, and Madrid to deliver letters & papers and meet with specific individuals, with a warning that he should do his best to appear as a private traveler. 2 pp. [Vol. 17: 125-7]
ALS (RC), Philadelphia. Informing Humphreys that he has been appointed Resident Minister at the court of Lisbon, giving the title of a book, enclosing an act meant to reduce England's power at sea [not included], and providing directions for various communications and financial transactions. 3 pp. [Vol. 19: 572-4]
ALS (RC), Philadelphia. Partly in cipher with interlinear deciphering. Complaining about Mr. Carmichael's failure to keep the U.S. government apprised of his actions and intelligence; directing Humphreys and [William] Short to carefully procure information on Brazil without provoking suspicion from the Court of Lisbon; sending various papers [not included]. 2 pp. [Vol. 20: 209-210]
ALS (RC), Philadelphia. Marked "Private." Ordering a book of letters by Cortez and a history of Christopher Columbus; discussing samples of wine shipped from Lisbon. 1 p. [Vol. 20: 210-211]
LS (RC), Philadelphia. Introducing the bearer, John Wilcocks, Jr. 1 p.
LS (RC), Philadelphia. Announcing that Thomas Barclay has been appointed U.S. Consul at Morocco, giving instructions to Humphreys concerning Barclay's salary and governmental funds at his disposal. Included is a copy of a letter to bankers Willink, Van Staphorts, & Hubbard, and the official instructions sent to Thomas Barclay. [Vol. 20: 397-400, 406-7]
LS (RC), Philadelphia. Concerning the provisioning and ransoming of a group of captives at Algiers, with their names; briefly mentioning the war with the Indians, the National Bank, and the President. 4 pp. [Vol. 20: 624-5]
ALS (RC), Philadelphia. At the request of Robert Morris, inquiring whether William Duncan is being held captive at Algiers. [He was not, see Vol. 20: 677-8 for more.]
ALS (RC), Philadelphia. Briefly touching on many topics including war against the Indians, the Negro insurrection at St. Domingo, the soon-to-be-published census, legislative action, and domestic manufactures; with directions regarding Humphreys' post as diplomat. 2 pp. [Vol. 22: 353-4]
LS (RC), Philadelphia. Instructing Humphreys to investigate and pay Don Joseph Torino a sum of money for the Count de Espilles, who put out money for American captives at Algiers. 1 p. [Vol. 22: 400]
ALS (RC), Philadelphia. Briefly reporting on many topics including war with the Indians, General St. Clair's resignation, failures of stock jobbers, a Congressional bill concerning state representation, the insurrection at Haiti, and negotiations at Madrid. 2 pp. [Vol. 23: 386-7]
ALS (RC), Philadelphia. Saying that he is traveling to Virginia (following the President), reporting that Vermont is attempting to extend its boundary nearer to British posts, hoping for peace with the Indians. 1 p. [Vol. 24: 221]
ALS (RC), Philadelphia. On dealings with the Indians and the condition of agriculture; with a lengthy postscript complaining about Portugal's possible prohibition of American wheat and corn products, questioning how Portugal would respond if America decided to ban their wines. 2 pp. with separate half page postscript saying that the letter will be sent directly to Lisbon and not through London. [Vol. 24: 587-8]
ALS (RC), Philadelphia. Marked "Private." Notifying Humphreys of his intention to resign as Secretary of State, sending news of peace with the Wabash and Illinois Indians. 1 p. [Vol. 24: 595-6]
ALS (RC), Philadelphia. Sending papers and plans for the city of Washington, D.C. [not included], reporting the result of elections and an upcoming treaty meeting with the Western Indians, and inquiring about the grain market. 2 pp. [Vol. 25: 8-9]
LS (RC), Philadelphia. Giving directions for Humphreys to travel to Gibraltar to deal with Moroccan affairs and handle diplomatic business in the wake of the deaths of [John] Paul Jones and Mr. Barclay; appointing Nathaniel Cutting as Humphreys' secretary. 3 pp. [Vol. 25: 420-422]
ALS (RC), Philadelphia. Strongly urging Humphreys to negotiate with Portugal to accept U.S. flour; insisting on the preservation of neutrality should a general war break out in Europe, asking for new from various nations, and sending some confidential papers and letters to be forwarded [not included]. 2 pp. [Vol. 25: 426-7]
ALS (RC), Philadelphia. Marked "Private." Saying his resignation has been slightly delayed but will occur within the year; giving a lengthy explanation of his efforts to get Captain O'Brian out of Algerian captivity; and expressing frustration that [William] Carmichael, diplomat to Spain, has sent but one letter in three years. 3 pp. [Vol. 25: 427-9]
ALS (RC), Philadelphia. Writing a shorter version of his March 21, 1793 letter to Humphreys (giving directions for completing business in Algiers) as a vessel is sailing directly to Lisbon and can carry the letter. 1 p. [Vol. 25: 468-9]
ALS (RC), Philadelphia. Asking Humphreys to delay drawing on the full amount of a bill so as not to entirely deplete the funds for foreign legations; saying that [Nathaniel] Cutting has been delayed due to the outbreak of war between France, Great Britain, and Holland. 1 p. [Vol. 25: 532]
LS (RC), Philadelphia. Announcing the President's proclamation of neutrality, discussing how Humphreys should proceed should Portugal become involved in the war, and forwarding a copy of the letter of neutrality sent to various foreign ministers [included] 1 p. and 2 pp. respectively. [Vol. 25: 587-8]
ALS (RC), Philadelphia. Describing the Yellow Fever epidemic and continued disagreements with the Indians. 1 p. [Vol. 27: 90]
ALS (RC), Philadelphia. Announcing his resignation as Secretary of State and the appointment of [Edmund] Randolph in his place. [Copies of this letter were sent to various U.S. diplomats]. 1 p. [Vol. 28: 4-5]
LS (RC), Philadelphia. Forwarding various acts [not included]. 1 p.
ALS (RC), in third person, Monticello. Thanking him for a copy of the vindications of the proceedings in the Seminole War. 1 p.
ALS (RC), Monticello. Commending Lambert on his scientific endeavors including fixing a meridian for the country and a projected publication. With harsh words for the British Constitution, declaring it "the most corrupted & corrupting mass of rottenness which ever usurped the name of government." 2 pp. [Retirement Series, Vol. 1: 511-512]
Letter (copy), Philadelphia. Sending a copy of the declaration of independence, mentioning his plans to travel to Virginia and his wish for a successor. 1 p. [Vol. 1: 455-6; an accompanying copy of the declaration can be found in the Documents folder]
ALS with subscription and postscript in Jefferson's hand (RC), Richmond. Planning a line of express riders to relay timely and confidential information between northern and southern posts; with mention of the expected arrival of the French fleet. 2 pp. [Vol. 3: 444-445]
ALS, Washington. Written in third person. Thanking Legaux for a bundle of grape vine plants to be sent to Monticello. 1 p.
ALS (RC), Washington. Concerning the expenses of Mansfield's trip to Washington and a monetary advance for his surveying instruments, arranged by [Albert] Gallatin. 1 p.
ALS (RC), Monticello. About the importation of two cases of wine, with directions for future imports of books & wines from Europe. 1 p.
ALS (RC), Albemarle. Asking Mercer to verify the amount of a debt and send any news of the British army and French intervention. 1 p. with docketing and a note by Mercer on back. [Vol. 2: 199]
ALS (RC). Clarifying confusion over a group of French sailors in the jail at Philadelphia; saying they are technically in the custody of the Judiciary authority and therefore the Executive will not interfere. 1 p. [Vol. 27: 605]
ALS, Washington. Forwarding a letter of Thomas Paine [not included], asking Minor to inquire whether the Virginia legislature might help him. 1 p.
ALS (RC), Poplar Forest. Asking Monroe to forward a letter of condolence to the daughter of his late dentist, Dr. Thomas Bruff. 1 p.
ALS (RC). To the President. Breaking his rule of not asking government officers for favors as a Mr. Patrick Gibson of Richmond greatly needs help. 1 p.
Letter (copy), Philadelphia. A lengthy letter outlining the inappropriate behavior of Edmond Charles Genet, French minister to the United States, who repeatedly refused to respect U.S. neutrality. 43 pp. [Vol. 26: 697-715]
ALS (RC), Washington. About final payment to sculptor [Jean Antoine] Houdon for a statue of [George] Washington. 1 p.
ALS, written in third person. Ordering four barrels of cider, arranging for shipment and safe payment. 1 p.
ALS, Washington. Saying it is up to the Senate to accept the treaty [with Napoleon], giving an update on Rufus King's work in London, complaining about incidents at the Spanish port of Algeciras, with mention of Louisiana and the census. 1 p.
ALS (RC), Washington. About the Burr conspiracy, mentioning [James] Wilkinson, [John] Adair, Ogden, and [Henry] Dearborn. 1 p.
ALS, Paris. Sending the letter through Colonel Le Maire with news of European politics, a report on animal magnetism [not included], and some phosphoric matches; asking for news from the assembly. 2 pp. [Vol. 7: 514-5]
ALS (RC), Washington. Asking for the contents of the letter to remain secret. Saying the U.S. mint will likely be suppressed by Congress, reporting that too many of the general government offices are filled by Virginians, and asking whether Page might be interested in taking the collectorship at Petersburg as Colonel Heath must be removed from the post due to his temper and "the fury of his federalism," discussing the duties and salary of the position. 2 pp.
ALS (RC), Monticello. Expressing joy over the passage of the university bill, discussing the qualifications of a professor, giving family news, and awaiting the arrival of Italian stonecutters. 1 p.
ALS. Suggesting a course of study for his grandson while in Philadelphia including Peale's museum, [William] Hamilton's garden, and surgical operations; agreeing to exchange polygraphs in the hopes that Peale can fix his. 1 p.
ALS, Monticello. About the registration of a deed for a mill in Kentucky. 1 p.
U.S. Minister at London.
ALS (RC), Philadelphia. Forwarding a letter addressed to the Governor of Pennsylvania, with instructions on patronage. 1 p. [Vol. 24: 646]
ALS (RC), Philadelphia. Marked "Private." On the result of Congressional elections and the rise of republicanism, saying that he expects Adams to be elected Vice President despite opposition. 2 pp. with detached address sheet. [Vol. 24: 696-7]
LS, Philadelphia. To Pinckney and [Gouverneur] Morris. Giving directions for U.S. ministers to encourage and aid in the liberation of the Marquis de Lafayette. A postscript in Jefferson's hand notes that [David] Humphreys was also sent a copy. 1 p. [Vol. 25: 387-9]
ALS, Monticello. Concerning Plumer's intention to write a history of the United States; offering any information in his possession with the warning that he has no papers or records beyond his correspondence and his own memories. Commenting on the rise of Federalism in 1808. 1 p. [Retirement Series, Vol. 2: 505-506]
ALS (RC), Monticello. Responding to a printed speech of Plumer's; discussing the inviolability of institutions and the want of economy in the English government. 1 p.
ALS (RC), Paris. Reviewing European affairs and the prospects of war between various nations, characterizing England as "totally absorbed in self interest," discussing the treaties he is negotiating and the U.S. debts to France and Holland. 2 pp. with docketing by Read on the back. [Vol. 7: 515-6]
ALS (RC), Monticello. Thanking Remsen for sending gongs and a threshing machine, discussing his own establishment of a nail manufactory. 1 p. [Vol. 28: 304-5]
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ALS, Monticello. Asking Roane to provide his legal opinion of a financial situation that Jefferson fears may bankrupt him. 2 pp. Manuscripts explaining the details of the case are included: a draft and a polygraph copy of AMs labeled "The case of the exrs of W.C. Nicholas with Morrison, and of the same with Owings," 4 pp. each, and a draft and polygraph copy of AM entitled "Abstracts from sundry Documents in the case of the Exrs of W.C. Nicholas with Morrison and of the same with Owings," 4 pp. each. [The Nicholas in question is Wilson Cary Nicholas.]
ALS, written in third person. Concerning the expected effects of the U.S embargo on European nations. 1 p.
ALS (RC), Monticello. Describing his continued frustration with the attitude and actions of England; remarking on embargo laws and the homespun movement; urging a visit. 3 pp.
LS (RC), New York. Partly in cipher with interlinear deciphering. Concerning certain specifics of the treaty with France, describing a Mr. Campbell who presented himself and claimed to be a minister from Denmark but had no authenticating papers, and writing in code about the payment of the debt to France. 7 pp. [Vol. 17: 431-5]
ALS (RC), Monticello. Asking for information about the abilities of a Mr. Runnels, an applicant for a consular appointment. 1 p.
ALS (RC), Monticello. Pleased to hear the principles of navigation he submitted in 1793 are finally being considered; discussing the future and hopeful prospects of Richmond; commenting on his old age and the youth who now take over the country. 1 p.
ALS (RC), Monticello. Thanking him for material related to the establishment of primary schools in Maryland, discussing the educational system in Virginia. 1 p.
LS, Philadelphia. To Messrs Ternant, [F.P.] Van Berkel, and [George] Hammond [foreign ministers]. Forwarding a copy of the President's proclamation of neutrality [not included]. 1 p. [Vol. 25: 583-4]
AL, written in third person. Forwarding secret state papers for revision and approval, and questioning whether it might be "safe and useful" to share certain papers with [William] Short and the Marquis de Lafayette. 1 p. [Vol. 17: 120-1]
ALS (RC), Monticello. Discussing the advisability of reprinting Baxter's History of England a new digest of Coke Littleton printed by Thomas. 1 p.
Bankers at Amsterdam.
LC, Philadelphia. Asking them to honor any bills of David Humphreys relating to the maintenance of captives in Algiers. 1 p. [Vol. 20: 626-7]
ALS, Philadelphia. Concerning drafts for [Thomas] Pinckney, Nathaniel Cutting, and David Humphreys. 1 p. [Vol. 25: 413-4]
Zane conducted the Marlboro Iron Works in Frederick County, Virginia.
ALS (RC), Monticello. Planning for the payment and pick-up of iron pans (used to obtain salt from seawater), mentioning the relative success of the draft, and asking whether Zane might part with his spirit level. 1 p. [Vol. 2: 174-5]
ALS (RC), Philadelphia. Sending a thermometer with directions for recording the temperature of a cave; giving news of the treaty and recent Congressional business; and providing a diagram and suggestions for an improved water wheel. 2 pp. Housed with a group of printed pages relating to meteorological observations and the 1793 outbreak of yellow fever in Philadelphia, with handwritten annotations (not by Jefferson). 16 pp. [Jefferson letter published in Vol. 6: 347-9]
LS (RC), Williamsburg. On the historic office of Justice of the Peace in Great Britain and America, with remarks on ways of vacating the office. 2 pp. [Vol. 3: 242-3]