To Alexander Hamilton from Thomas Y. How, 18 July 1799
From Thomas Y. How
Trenton July 18th 1799
Since the receipt of your letter of the 3rd inst., which did not come into my hands untill the 11th, I have been making the necessary preparations. I have now the honor to inform you that I am in readiness, and wait your orders.
With the highest respect I am yr. obt. servant
Thos: Y: How
ALS, Hamilton Papers, Library of Congress.