John Eager Howard to John Adams, February 25, 1801

Washington 25 Feby 1801.

Sir,

We take the liberty to recommend Mr. John Rousby Plater as a proper Character to fill the appointment of one of the assistant Judges of the Territory of Columbia.

We have the honor to be with great Respect and Esteem / Sir, / Your obedt. Serts

J. E. Howard

Wm. Hindman