U.S. Mil. Academy West Point Sept. 7, 1854
General.
Cadets Hartz & Ames request permission to receive the former, Text books & Stationery—the latter, Writing desk, Stationery, Unif. Gloves &c; which has been sent for them by their friends—both requests are recommended for favorable considn.
I have the honour to be Very respy. Your Obt. 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. 135. Addressed “Genl: Jos: G. Totten Chief Engineer Washington City D.C.”