To Thomas Jefferson from Robert Smith, 21 August 1805
Navy Department 21 Aug 1805
Sir,
Should you approve of the appointment of Mr. Jno Williams to a lieutenancy in the corps of Marines, I request your signature to the enclosed commission. The letters herewith transmitted will explain to you Mr William’s qualifications.
I have the honor to be with great respect Sir, yr mo ob s.
Rt Smith
DLC: Papers of Thomas Jefferson.