To John Adams from Benjamin Stoddert, 3 July 1799
Navy Department. 3 July 1799.
Sir
I have this Day sent on to Capt Talbott, his Instructions, to proceed to Norfolk—where he will join Capt Barry & receive further orders.—
Capt Barry sailed yesterday—the Delaware will be out next Tuesday, & the Scammel about the same time.
I have the honor to be / with the highest respect & esteem / sir Yr most obed Servt.
Ben Stoddert
MHi: Adams Papers.