1Philip Turpin to Thomas Jefferson, 13 July 1811 (Jefferson Papers)
M r William Harris has inform’d me of his intention of making a tender of his services to his country in the naval line, and has requested a letter of recommendation to you: this request I have cheerfully complied with, as I have known M r Harris from his infancy, and think him a young gentleman of merit and respectability, and doubt not his inclination or ability to deserve well of his...