The Papers of Thomas Jefferson: Retirement Series, Volume 15: 1 September 1819 to 31 May 1820 - Papers of Thomas Jefferson: Retirement Series

The 618 documents in this volume span 1 September 1819 to 31 May 1820. Jefferson suffers from a "colic," recovery from which requires extensive rest and medication. He spends much time dealing with the immediate effects of the $20,000 addition to his debts resulting from his endorsement of notes for the bankrupt Wilson Cary Nicholas. Jefferson begi