1To Alexander Hamilton from Samuel Barnum, 4 July 1799 (Hamilton Papers)
I solicit your interest in obtaining the appointment as Surgeon in the united states army, particularly to the regiment to be raised in the State of New york. I have for that purpose obtained the Certificates from the principle Surgeons of this City, togeather with a Certificate from the Governors of the New york Hospital which are here inclosed If I should meet with your approbation my...