Appointments by the governor - civil appointments, 1804-1808 (bulk 1807).

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Appointments by the governor - civil appointments, 1804-1808 (bulk 1807).

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These files document Governor Christopher Greenup's use of the governor's power and privilege to accept resignations and to appoint civil officials, such as sheriff, justice of the peace, coroner, surveyor, and penitentiary agent. In addition to official appointment orders and resignation letters, letters recommending individuals for the governor's consideration and rejections of appointments are included.

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Kentucky Department of Libraries and Archives, Kentucky State Archives

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Kentucky. Governor (1804-1808 : Greenup)

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Greenup, Christopher, 1750-1818

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Christopher Greenup (1750?-1818) was born in either Loudoun or Westmoreland County, Virginia. During the Revolution, he served as a lieutenant in the 16th Virginia Regiment, and was later promoted to colonel. After studying law, he was admitted to the bar and began practice in Fayette County, Virginia (now a part of Kentucky). He began his political career in 1785, when he served as a member of the Virginia House of Delegates. Greenup was also present at the state conventions in 1785 and 1788, a...