Instructions, 1859 Sep 16.

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Instructions, 1859 Sep 16.

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Extracts of a letter from W. R. Drinkard, acting Secretary of the War Department, to Lt. Gen. Scott transmitting the President's instructions concerning the San Juan Islands and the procedure to follow until definite title has been estblished.

3 p.; 25 cm.

Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 8012580

Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library

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Scott, Winfield, 1786-1866

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Drinkard, W. R.

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