John A. Smith Esquire, son of Col Wm Smith late member of Congress & grandson of President Adams, has it in contemplation to visit Europe & is solicitous of obtaining public employment there.1 He is a young gentleman of good education & morals; & of patriotic feelings; whose character & standing both as a gentleman and in his profession is respectable.

It is with great pleasure and confidence that I recommend Mr Smith to your notice as a young gentleman highly worthy of the notice and confidence of the government. With great respect and esteem I have the honor to be, Sir, Your Obt St.