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I can bring General, in addition to any experience of four years as Asst Adjt Gen, a general knowledge of the several Departments in Washington, and a personal acquaintance with most of the Officials in charge. You already know my antecedents, and are probably also acquainted with my father, Lieut Col Jos R Smith, now on the Retired List. Genl Augur can give you any information as to my ability and efficiency. Should you have any position you can give me, General, you would confer a favor on me. I am Sir with much respect Your obt Servt. H.W. Smith Bvt Maj & A A G USV Maj Gen O O Howard Bureau R.F. & A L