U.S. Military Academy West Point NY Sept: 26. 1853
General.
The following named Cadets request permission to receive from their friends the articles set opposite their names respectively, viz
| Cadet | W. Bedford. | Letter paper, Envelopes & Steel pens |
| " | Hazen | Articles of underclothing &c |
| " | R C Lord | Stationery, Poetry, hand.chfs, Gloves, Collars & pr Slippers |
The father of Cadet Clinton Berry has sent a draft for $16.51 which he requests may be deposited to his sons credit to settle his indebtedness at the Academy. All of which is recommended for favorable consideration.
I have the honor to be Very respectfully Your obt Serv.
Sigd. R. E. Lee. Br. Col:
Supt: Mil: Acady.
Superintendent's Daily Correspondence United States Military Academy
Superintendent's Letter Book No. 3, p. 54. Addressed “Genl: Jos: G. Totten Chief Engineer Washington City D.C.”