Autograph letter signed : Washington, D.C., to Jacob Heaton, 1868 Mar. 23.

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Autograph letter signed : Washington, D.C., to Jacob Heaton, 1868 Mar. 23.

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Discussing the limited powers of the Supreme Court, noting that he means only to do impartial justice, and referencing their "old creed of universal freedom." Noting that he has never been the frontman of a political party, that does not seek political office, and that he is "neither candidate, nor applicant."

1 item (2 p.) ; 21.9 cm.

Pierpont Morgan Library.

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