To Thomas Jefferson from Henry Dearborn, 20 February 1806
War Department February 20. 1806
Sir
I have the honor of proposing for your approbation Nathaniel Smith of New York, Thomas Jones Beall of Rhode Island, Henry Lynd Martin of North Carolina & Luther Dyer of Vermont as Cadets in the Regiment of Artillerists.
I am, Sir, with respect and consideration Your Obedt. Servt.
H. Dearborn
PHi: Papers of Thomas Jefferson.