Geo. M. Bibb Esqr. having resigned the Office of District Atty for the District of Kentucky Robert Wickliff has informed me of his desire to fill that Office & has requested me to express to you his wishes on that Subject. From a long & intimate acquaintance with Mr. Wickliff I do with much pleasure recommend him to the attention of the President as well qualified for that appointment being a Gentleman of high standing at the Bar, of strict integrity, of uniform decided republican Principles, and warmly attached to the present Administration. I have the honor to be With every sentiment of esteem & respect Your Most Obt. Serv