Pardon for J.H. McVeigh : Washington, D.C., 1865 Sept. 29.

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Pardon for J.H. McVeigh : Washington, D.C., 1865 Sept. 29.

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True copy of partly printed document. Pardon granted by President Andrew Johnson to J.H. McVeigh for his participation in the rebellion against the United States. Also copy of McVeigh's acknowledgment of having received the Warrant of Pardon. Copies certified by Hamilton Fish, Secretary of State (1871 Nov. 20).

3 items ; 46 x 29 cm. or smaller.

University of Chicago Library

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University of Chicago Library

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