From Alexander Hamilton to John Wilkins, Jr., 12 May 1800
To John Wilkins, Jr., 12 May 1800
NY. May 12. 1800
Sir,
Upon the recommendation of Colonel Ogden I have provisonily appointed Lieutenant Thomas Brinley Brigade Quarter Master—He is a young Gentleman of merit, and it is hoped that your sanction will be given to the appointment.
⟨Jon.⟩ Wilkins Esr. QM General—
(Df, in the handwriting of Thomas Y. How, Hamilton Papers, Library of Congress).