Bureau of Navigation, Navy Dpeartment

Sir:

The President of the United States having appointed you an Assistant Engineer, with the relative rank of Ensign, in the Navy, from May 25, 1898, I have the pleasure herewith to enclose your commission.

Enclosed herewith is also a blank form of acceptance and oat of office, which you will execute and return immediately to the Department.

By direction of the Chief of the Bureau.

Very Respectfully,

Assistant Chief of the Bureau

To:

Harry E. Middleton

1320 30th St, NW

Wash, DC