To Thomas Jefferson from Robert Smith, 21 March 1806
Navy Department
21 March 1806
Sir,
I deem it proper to inform you that, Congress having made no appropriation for the service of the Navy for the year 1806, I am not in possession of the means of sending the Brig Hornet to sea on the intended cruise—
I have the honor to be with great respect Sir, yr mo o St
Rt Smith
DLC: Papers of Thomas Jefferson.