Commission, 1832 January 16, appointing Daniel Carpenter lieutenant, Militia of New Jersey. Issued after certification of election as lieutenant, 1830 May 27, by 3rd District Company, 1st Battalion, 6th Regiment, [illegible] Brigade of the Militia of New Jersey. 1832.

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Commission, 1832 January 16, appointing Daniel Carpenter lieutenant, Militia of New Jersey. Issued after certification of election as lieutenant, 1830 May 27, by 3rd District Company, 1st Battalion, 6th Regiment, [illegible] Brigade of the Militia of New Jersey. 1832.

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Seton Hall University, Walsh Library

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