Jefferson, Thomas, 1743-1826 to Edmund Bacon
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC05088 Author/Creator: Jefferson, Thomas, 1743-1826 Place Written: s.l. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: [15 November 1817] Pagination: 1 p. : Height: 25.5 cm, Width: 19.3 cm Order a Copy
Discusses his thoughts on compound interest, which he believes is unjust. Encloses an order for interest of $145.18 due on 31 December. Gives instructions on making and delivering cider from apples from the North orchard of Monticello. Letter is undated. Date is from seller's records. Signed at the top with initials, Th: J.
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