From John Adams to Daniel Jackson, 1 October 1798
Quincy October 1st 1798
Sir
Whenever you shall receive by the orders of the Gov. of this State the possession and command of castle Island you will observe the signals and salutes which have been heretofore used under the government of the State untill you shall receive instructions from the Secretary at War.
I am Sir your most obedient
John Adams
MHi: Adams Family Papers, Letterbooks.