To Thomas Jefferson from Robert Smith, 6 July 1804
From Robert Smith
Navy dept. 6 July 1804.
I have the honor to request your Signature to the enclosed Warrants for Lucas, Boatswain, and Taylor, Gunner. These officers are intended for the GunBoat No. 1 now equipping at this place.
Rt Smith
FC (DNA: RG 45, LSP); in a clerk’s hand; at head of text: “The President of the United States.”