To Thomas Jefferson from Albert Gallatin, 26 December 1805
26 Decer. 1805
Dear Sir
I find upon enquiry that the State of New York did in the year 1800, obtain credit, under the several acts of Congress respecting the fortifications of harbours, for a sum of 222,810 dollars, by that State expended in fortifying the islands in the harbour. The accounts &c. will be transcribed by to morrow and transmitted to you so as to enable you to make an official answer to the House—
With respect Your obdt Sevt
Albert Gallatin
DLC: Papers of Thomas Jefferson.