This letter handwritten by Daniel Delozier on August 8, 1793 is one he wrote to George Washington to apply for the position of Surveyor for Port Baltimore. It is two pages in length.
Transcribed Handwritten Letter by DANIEL DELOZIER to President WASHINGTON page 1 Baltimore, August 8, 1793 Sir I have taken the liberty of soliting the appointment of Surveyor of the port of Baltimore, which has become vacant by the death of Col. Ballard. I have performed the duties of Deputy Collector of the Customs, under General Williams from the commencement of the present system of Government, and I flatter myself that my uniform conduct, in that capacity, has been such as to merit the approlation of those concerned. General Williams is at present at his farm in Frederick and as soon as opportunity will admit, I shall have the begin page 2 the honor of transmitting to your Excellency such particulars respecting my situations and general conduct as have come within his immediate view. I have the honor to be; with much respect, Your Excellency's most Obed [abbreviated obedient?] and Hble [abbreviated humble?] servant D. Delozier
[on bottom of second page it reads: His Excellency the President of the United States] |
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