Adams Papers

From John Adams to Benjamin Stoddert, 28 September 1798

Quincy Sept 28th 1798

Dear Sir

Inclosed is a letter from Elijah Brewer petitioning for a first lieutenancy in the navy and recommendation from Col Wadsworth and two other respectable gentlemen. <It is> His experience in service appears to <demand> deserve attention. I am Sir your most obedient / Servant

John Adams

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    Adams Papers
    Title
    From John Adams to Benjamin Stoddert, 28 September 1798
    Author
    Adams, John
    Recipient
    Stoddert, Benjamin
    Date
    28 September 1798

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    “From John Adams to Benjamin Stoddert, 28 September 1798,” Founders Online, National Archives, https://founders.archives.gov/documents/Adams/99-02-02-3044. [This is an Early Access document from The Adams Papers. It is not an authoritative final version.]

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