James McHenry to John Adams, August 16, 1799

War Department 16 Augt. 1799

Sir.

I had the honour to receive your letter of the 10th of August inst. and shall cause the name of Dr. David King to be entered among the candidates for medical appointments, and his recommendations to be filed.

I have the honour to be / with the greatest respect, Sir, / your most obt & most hble St—

James McHenry