To Thomas Jefferson from Pierce Butler, 19 April 1804
From Pierce Butler
Philada. April 19th. 1804
Dear Sir
It is said here that you purpose to remove the Naval Agent or Purveyor of this City. Should the report be correct I recommend to you Doctor James Mease to succeed the Naval Agent. I do believe that Doctor Mease is equal to discharge the duties of the office. If any Security is required he can give it.
I have the honor to be with great consideration Dear Sir yr. Most Obedt. Servt.
P.B.
FC in Lb (PHi: Pierce Butler Letterbooks, 1787-1822); at head of text: “Thomas Jefferson, Esqr.” Recorded in SJL as received 27 Apr. and “James Mease to be Navy Agent Phila.”