To James Madison from Samuel Carswell, 16 November 1814
From Samuel Carswell
Philadelphia Nov. 16th. 1814
Sir
Mr Thomas White, son of William White, the Commissioner of Loans for the state of Pennsylvania, is desirous to receive a Military education, and for that purpose, wishes to be admitted into the Military Academy at West Point: Should it not interfere with Your arrangements, it will confer a particular favour on me, to have the young man’s wishes gratified; as he is Very deserving. With Sentiments of high respect I am Your obt. hble. Sert.
Saml Carswell
RC (DNA: RG 94, U.S. Military Academy Cadet Application Papers, 1814/88).