U.S. Military Academy West Point N.Y. August 24. 1853.
Genl:
The following named Cadets request permission to receive the articles set opposite their names from their friends—which requests are recommended for favorable consideration. viz:
| Cadet | Clossen | Underclothing |
| " | Rudd | Uniform shoes |
| " | J. C. Walker | Writing desk—Shaving case—Socks & Gloves |
I am very respectfully Sir, Your obedt Servt
Sigd. Geo. W. Cullum
Capt. U.S. Engineers
Supt. Mil: Acady
Superintendent's Daily Correspondence United States Military Academy
Superintendent's Letter Book No. 3, p. 47. Addressed “General: Jos: G. Totten Chief Engineer Washington City D.C.”
George W. Cullum signed this letter on behalf of Lee.