To John Adams from John Eager Howard, 25 February 1801
Washington 25 Feby 1801.
Sir,
We take the liberty to recommend Mr. John Rousby Plater as a proper Character to fill the appointment of one of the assistant Judges of the Territory of Columbia.
We have the honor to be with great Respect and Esteem / Sir, / Your obedt. Serts
J. E. Howard
Wm. Hindman
MHi: Adams Papers.