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Truman, Harry S. (1884-1972) Memo to Attorney General re: possible pardon of John Carson

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC00045.48 Author/Creator: Truman, Harry S. (1884-1972) Place Written: Washington, D.C. Type: Typed letter signed Date: 19 December 1951 Pagination: 1 p. 23 x 18 cm Order a Copy

Typed on White House stationery. Stamped and dated by A.G. office. No mention of crime.

Truman, Harry S., 1884-1972
1945 to the Present
President
Pardon
Law
Criminals and Outlaws
Vice President

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