To John Adams from Benjamin Stoddert, 18 April 1799
Navy Department 18 April 1799
Sir
I am honored with your letter of the 10th. on the subject of Mr Parker: and there being room for Lieutenants, I have this Day forwarded to him a commission.
I have the honor to be / with the highest respect / & esteem sir Yr. most / Obed Servt
Ben Stoddert
MHi: Adams Papers.