From Alexander Hamilton to William S. Smith, 2 May 1800
To William S. Smith, 2 May 1800
NY. May 2 1800—
Sir,
The enclosed were sent to me by the S of War. You will enquire into the case, and if the statement proves correct, have the person discharged—
Colo Smith—
(Df, in the handwriting of Thomas Y. How, Hamilton Papers, Library of Congress).