THOMAS JEFFERSON, Monticello, to THOMAS JEFFERSON RANDOLPH., 1826

Scope and content:

Expressing his affection for T. J. R.'s part in giving him a happy life. Gloom about future prospects with his debts not covered by assets. His misfortunes due to fluctuations in value of money and to long farming depression. Regrets that his family, especially Martha, should be turned out penniless. (On same sheet: T. J. Randolph, Tufton, Va., to Dabney Carr, Baltimore, 18 July 1826, concerning the publication of this letter from Jefferson to make clear to the public the reason for the Jefferson lottery, with a suggested introduction by N. P. Trist. Letter contains discussion of his own financial difficulties.) [2289]

Physical description:
L. 1 pp. Copy. Carr-Cary Papers, Printed: Ford X 374-375; SNR 414416; B of R VI 383 (MS. in DLC).

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