Letter, 1849 February 15, Washington, to N.F. Williams, Baltimore.

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Letter, 1849 February 15, Washington, to N.F. Williams, Baltimore.

Since Webster does not have a personal acquaintance with Gen. Taylor, Webster has not been recommending any of his friends for office. Hopes Williams will be reappointed Collector of Baltimore.

2 p. on 1 fold. leaf. 18 cm.

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