Walton, George (1749 or 50-1804) [Endorsement of John Neilson]
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC00378 Author/Creator: Walton, George (1749 or 50-1804) Place Written: Richmond County, Georgia Type: Autograph endorsement signed Date: 31 May 1803 Pagination: 3 p. : docket ; 33 x 19 cm. Order a Copy
Petition of Neilson to become a citizen of the United States approved by Walton. The endorsement certifies that Neilson is a native of Ireland and has lived in the United States since 1795. Includes signed affidavits by William Scott and James Murren vouching that Neilson has lived in the United States for at least five years and is of good moral character. Neilson signed on p. 2 that he will renounce allegiance to any foreign country, particularly Great Britain, and swear his allegiance to the United States.
Walton was a member of the Continental Congress from Georgia and a signer of the Declaration of Independence. Walton was the Superior Court Judge when he signed this petition.
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