To John Adams from Benjamin Stoddert, 7 June 1800
Navy Department 7. June 1800
Sir
All the papers of both the War & Navy Departments are packed up for removal, & will proceed towards Washington, on monday—I mean to set out with my Family early on monday morning, & hope to arrive at Geo. Town, on Saturday the 14th.—
I have the honor to be / with great respect / & esteem sir Yr. most / Obed. Serv.
Ben Stoddert
MHi: Adams Papers.