Having heard Mr Smith, the Secretary of the Navy, say that you were desirous of Convincing yourself of the properties of the Barbary broad tail sheep; I have in Consequence taken the liberty of sending to your Steward, at this place, a Male and Female of the Tripoline Breed; which I beg you will do me the honor to accept—

With the most profound Consideration, I remain Your Excellency’s Obedient, Humble Servant