Attached to the Government, and zealous to use my feble efforts in supporting the Independence of my Country, I take the liberty (tho’ I have not the honor to be known to you) to solicit your interest for my being appointed a Lieutenant in the Cavelry of the United States. I have written to my relation the Attorney General of the State of New York requesting him to inform you whether I merit the appointment or not.

I have the honor to be Sir with great respect Your most obedient humble Servant.