Jefferson, Thomas, 1743-1826 to William Hilliard re: books for the library at the University of Virginia
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC05347 Author/Creator: Jefferson, Thomas, 1743-1826 Place Written: Charlottesville, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1826/05/31 Pagination: 1 p. 23.4 x 19.5 cm [address held at another institution] Order a Copy
Jefferson mentions that the crates of books have not been received yet, discusses some specific shipments, and warns Hilliard not to exceed his funds for buying books for the University. Written in Monticello
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