To James Madison from Samuel Carswell, 13 May 1816
From Samuel Carswell
Philadelphia 13th. May 1816
Sir
Mr. Joseph Ray a Citizen of this City is desirous of obtaining the appointment of Consul at Pernambuco.1 I have on enquiry found him a Man of good character & I trust will discharge that duty with honor & integrity to the United States, should you think proper to give him the preference. With sentiments of high esteem I am Your obt. Hble Servt.
Saml Carswell
RC (DNA: RG 59, LAR, 1809–17, filed under “Ray”).
1. JM nominated Ray to the position on 16 Dec. 1816, and the Senate approved it on 2 Jan. 1817 ( , 3:61).