U.S. Mil. Academy West Point 30 Oct. 1854
General.,
The father of Cadet J. C. Riddle has forwarded $15.00 with a request that the sum be placed to the credit of his son, for the purchase of some articles of clothing. Cadet J. W. Dewey requests permission to receive a box containing Lamp & Thermometer, Looking Glass, writing desk & materials.
Both requests are recommended for favourable consideration.
I have the honour to be Very respectfully Your obedt. Servt.
Signed/ R. E. Lee Br. Col:
Supt: Mil: Acady
Superintendent's Daily Correspondence United States Military Academy
Superintendent's Letter Book No. 3, p. . Addressed “Genl: Jos: G. Totten Chief Engineer Washington City D.C.”