Mr. Charles Radcliff, is very desirous of obtaining admission into the military Academy at West point. He is the son of the respectable Mayor of this city & possesses attainments of the first order for his age. He is, moreover, extremely ardent in pursuit of military science and fame. I beg leave to speak with confidence of the character and qualifications of the candidate & to express the high gratification it will be to me, if the wishes of young Mr Radcliff and of his patriotic & influential connections, can be indulged. With the highest consideration, I have the honor to be, Sir, Your most Obt S.