John Adams to Benjamin Stoddert, September 28, 1798

Quincy Sept 28th 1798

Dear Sir

Inclosed is a letter from Elijah Brewer petitioning for a first lieutenancy in the navy and recommendation from Col Wadsworth and two other respectable gentlemen. < , Start deletion, It is , End, > His experience in service appears to < , Start deletion, demand , End, > deserve attention. I am Sir your most obedient / Servant

John Adams