To James Madison from Jacob Adams, 4 August 1808
Baltimore August 4th. 1808
Sir
The Inclosed I have This day received P my fast Sailing Brig Dove, Cap Child from Madiera who has performed his voyage in Less than 3 mo. after being detaind for a considerable time in Madiera. Should you have any occasion for a dispatch vessel, She is at your Command. I will let her go, to any part of the world, at a moderate price, In order to give employ & bread to the Crew who I have had onboard for a considerable time. I will engage to have her ready in four days notice. With Sincere regard I Remain Sir in haste Your most Obet Sert
Jacob Adams
DNA: RG 59—ML—Miscellaneous Letters.