From John Adams to James McHenry, 12 August 1799
Quincy. Aug 12th 1799
Sir
Inclosed is a letter of Mr. Thatcher recommending George Barrell to be a midshipman & I know of no reason why a warrant should not be given him.
MHi: Adams Family Papers, Letterbooks.

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