Newport, R. I., September 4^th, 1798 Sir/ Doctor Enoch Hazard of this Town, is Solicitious to enter into the service of the United States in the line of [undecipherable] — and being disposed to promote his wishes in this respect, I beg leave to recommend him to your notice, He is a young gentleman of respectable family and connections who has enjoyed all the advantages of a liberal and medical education. He sustains an unblemished reputation, and appears to be desirous to inform and distinguish himself. Possessed of such a character he will, I trust, be Successful in his application for an appointment in the Army. — I have the honor to be with great respect, Sir. Your most humble Serv^t Christopher G. Champlin