From Alexander Hamilton to John H. Buell, 24 April 1800
To John H. Buell, 24 April 1800
NY. April 24th. 1800
Sir,
Lieutenant Bullitt, who will deliver to you this to you, is annexed to your command for the purpose of being employed in the recruiting service—
Lieutenant Laidlie will also join you shortly—
Major Bewell—
(Df, in the handwriting of Thomas Y. How, Hamilton Papers, Library of Congress).