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Price, Sterling (1809-1867) [Pardon of George Stewart, convicted of assault with intent to kill]

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC01661 Author/Creator: Price, Sterling (1809-1867) Place Written: Jefferson, Missouri Type: Document signed Date: 29 February 1854 Pagination: 1 p. ; 35.7 x 40.4 cm. Order a Copy

Stewart was convicted of assault with intent to kill; sentenced to 2 years imprisonment. Pardoned for "good and sufficient reasons". Encribed along top: "The State of Missouri." (c/s John M. Richardson). Pardon is printed on blue paper. Signed by Governor John M. Richardson and Sterling Price.

Price, Sterling, 1809-1867

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