ALS signed 'Th: Jefferson,' one page, 8 x 10, October 16, 1805. Letter to George Pryce and Co, in which Jefferson explains how he arranges his payroll and advises how and when the money will be available. In full, 'Mr. John Speer of Charlottesville has desired me to remit you by the first mail 100.D. in consequence of orders on me from persons in my employ. Their draughts are by arrangement with them to be always at 30 days sight, because once a month I take up and settle all my affairs of that nature. This probably was unknown to Mdr. Sper, and I should not have stood on it; had it been convenient to have done otherwise. As it is I can only undertake to make that remittance for him in the 2.d. week of the ensuing month, on which subject I now write to him, as I have thought my duty to him required. I should also mention it to you. Accept my salutations and respects.' Scattered light toning and soiling, expected folds, a light crease through a letter of signature and several small pinholes, otherwise fine condition. COA John Reznikoff/University Archives and RRAuction COA.
