Letter of transmittal, 1805 March 22.

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Letter of transmittal, 1805 March 22.

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Letter of transmittal from the Department of State to Stanley Griswold Esq. stating that the president of the United States is "desirous of availing the public of your services as Secretary of the Territory of Michigan" and that Griswold's commission is enclosed.

1 item (1 leaf) ; 25 cm.

Boston Athenaeum

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