To Thomas Jefferson from Henry Dearborn, 22 November 1805
War Department Novemr. 22d. 1805
Sir
I have the honor of proposing, for your approbation, William Patridge and Alden Patridge, as Cadets in the Regiment of Artillerists.
With sentiments of esteem & respect I am Sir, Your Obedt Servt
H Dearborn
PHi: Papers of Thomas Jefferson.