Clay, Henry (1777-1852) to William C. Somerville
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC01574.03 Author/Creator: Clay, Henry (1777-1852) Place Written: Washington, D. C. Type: Letter signed Date: 14 April 1825 Pagination: 3 p. : docket ; 33.6 x 20.2 cm. Order a Copy
Secretary of State Clay informs Somerville of Somerville's appointment as Charge d'Affaires of the United States in Sweden. States that Somerville will replace Christopher Hughes, who will assume the post of Charge d'Affaires of the United States in the Netherlands. Refers to the inclusion of a letter of introduction addressed to the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Government of Sweden, a copy of this letter, and of Somerville's Commission (not included). Offers instructions regarding the duties Somerville will assume at his new post. Informs that Somerville will receive more papers pertaining to his post from David Erskine, United States Consul at Stockholm. Document is torn in the crease.
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