To James Madison from Washington Johnston, 16 December 1807
Vincennes. Decemr. 16th. ’07.
Honoured Sir,
In addition to the recommendation of His Excelly. The Governor of this Territory, which I had the Honour of Transmitting you by Mail, two Posts since, I have taken the liberty of transmitting you the inclosed Petition. I have the Honour to be, With high Consideration, Your’s very Obedtly.
Gen. W. Johnston
DNA: RG 59—LAR—Letters of Application and Recommendation.