James Lewis to James Madison, 10 October 1816
From James Lewis
Franklin County State of
Tennessee Octr 10th. 1816
Dear Sir
Have been Informed that Judge Cocke the Present agent of the Chickasaw Nation is about to be Removed from Office. Should it be correct, I would gladly accept the Same. Should you think proper to confer on me the appointment the favour will be thankfully acknowledged by your Hbl. Servt.
Jas. Lewis
RC (DNA: RG 94, Letters Received, filed under “Lewis”). Redirected by JM to the “Department of War.”