Jefferson, Thomas, President U.S., 1743-1826. Papers.
- Location: McKeldin Library
Call Number: Microfilm J82.A3 1974 - Jefferson, Thomas, President U.S., 1743-1826. Papers.
65 Reels.
Description
The largest portion of the papers is general correspondence (1651-1826). 0ther papers include copies of letters made by Jefferson from General HoratioGates' Revolutionary War Letterbook (1730-1731), Jefferson's correspondence with the District of Columbia Commissioners (1790-1808), account books (1767-1782), Randolph Family Manuscripts (1790-1889); and writings on weather, Virginia history, law, and plantation matters
The papers are divided into nine series, usually arranged chronololgically.
The Index to the Thomas Jefrerson Papers lists documents in the collection by proper name, date and series. The Index arranges items primarily by correspondent and then chronologically if a name is repeated. Some subject entries are used. The Reel List in tile front of the Index indicates on which reel a particular series, date, or other information can be found. In order to retrieve material, one should consult the Index first and then the Reel List for the appropriate reel number.
Index/Guide
The following source provides more detailed information about the contents of each microfilm reel in the collection:
- REF Z6616.J4U5 INDEX FOLIO
- U.S. Library of Congress. Manuscript Division. Index to the Thomas
Jefferson Papers.
