Letter (draft) : possibly to James Madison, [1788 Sept., no day].

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Letter (draft) : possibly to James Madison, [1788 Sept., no day].

Concerns the states' differing interpretations of the constitutional provisions for appointment of presidential electors.

1 item (3 p.) ; 31 cm.

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SNAC Resource ID: 6777926

Rosenbach Museum & Library

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