Title
Abraham Clark Letter
Subject
Jeremiah Wadsworth's appointment to Commissary General
Description
When the Continental Congress reorganized the supply system they appointed Jeremiah Wadsworth as the Commissary General. This is the letter informing Wadsworth on his new position if he chooses to accept it. Wadsworth accepted in April 1778 and stayed in the position, rising to the rank of Colonel, until December 1779.
Creator
Abraham Clark
Date
29 March 1778
Rights
John F. Reed Collection Valley Forge NHP
Identifier
Box 3, Folder 52, 20-10
Text
March 29 78.
Mr. Wadsworth is desired to peruse the enclosed regulations, and signifie his pleasure whether he is willing to accept the appointment of Comay. Genl. – and whether he find any defect in the system of consequence sufficient to require a reconsideration – the information may be given to Mr. Dyer or
His Hum. Servt. Abra Clark
REVERSE:
Jeremiah Wadsworth Esqr.
In
York Town
Letter from Mr A Clark
29 March recd. Same Day
Mr. Wadsworth is desired to peruse the enclosed regulations, and signifie his pleasure whether he is willing to accept the appointment of Comay. Genl. – and whether he find any defect in the system of consequence sufficient to require a reconsideration – the information may be given to Mr. Dyer or
His Hum. Servt. Abra Clark
REVERSE:
Jeremiah Wadsworth Esqr.
In
York Town
Letter from Mr A Clark
29 March recd. Same Day