To James Madison from James Simpson, 19 August 1807
No. 127.
Tangier 19th. August 1807.
Sir
I beg leave to acquaint you that I have this day taken the liberty of drawing a Bill on you for Two thousand dollars, payable to the order of John Gavino Esqr., thirty days after presentation. I have to request you will be pleased to direct this Bill being paid accordingly and its Amount charged against me on Account of Salary. I have the honour to be Sir, Your Most Obedient and Most Humble Servant
James Simpson
DNA: RG 59—CD—Consular Despatches, Tangiers.