Petitions for pardons and remissions, 1837-1839.

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Petitions for pardons and remissions, 1837-1839.

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These files document Governor James Clark's use of the governor's power and privilege to pardon convicts and to remit fines imposed as penalties. Included are requests for pardons and remissions of fines for such crimes as selling liquor without a license, public intoxication, and perjury. Also included are requests for remissions of fines incurred for failing to attend muster.

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Kentucky Department of Libraries and Archives, Kentucky State Archives

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