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The Papers of Thomas Jefferson, Volume 44 - 1 July to 10 November 1804 (Hardcover)
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The Papers of Thomas Jefferson, Volume 44 - 1 July to 10 November 1804 (Hardcover)
Series: The Papers of Thomas Jefferson
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Aaron Burr fells Alexander Hamilton in a duel in July, but
Jefferson, caring little for either adversary or for disruptive
partisan warfare, gives the event only limited notice. He contends
with the problem of filling the offices necessary for the
establishment of Orleans Territory on October 1. He is constrained
by his lack of knowledge about potential officeholders. Meanwhile,
a delegation with a memorial from disgruntled Louisianians travels
to Washington. In August, the U.S. Mediterranean squadron bombards
Tripoli. The United States has uneasy relationships around its
periphery. Jefferson compiles information on British "aggressions"
in American ports and waters, and drafts a bill to allow federal
judges and state governors to call on military assistance when
British commanders spurn civil authority. Another bill seeks to
prevent merchant ships from arming for trade with Haiti. Contested
claims to West Florida, access to the Gulf of Mexico, tensions
along the Texas-Louisiana boundary, and unresolved maritime claims
exacerbate relations with Spain. Jefferson continues his policy of
pushing Native American nations to give up their lands east of the
Mississippi River. Yellow fever has devastating effects in New
Orleans. Abigail Adams terminates the brief revival of their
correspondence, musing that "Affection still lingers in the Bosom,
even after esteem has taken its flight." In November, Jefferson
delivers his annual message to Congress. He also commences
systematic records to manage his guest lists for official dinners.
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