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Jackson, Andrew (1767-1845) to Peter Hagner

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC01900 Author/Creator: Jackson, Andrew (1767-1845) Place Written: Montpelier, Alabama Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 26 May 1821 Pagination: 1 p. : address : docket ; 24 x 21 cm. Order a Copy

Argues that he it is wrong to make him pay for his food and quarters during an previous stay in Washington. Claims costs were supposed to be covered for him during his stay. Written as territorial governor of Florida, to Hagner, third auditor of the Treasury Department.

Jackson, Andrew, 1767-1845
Hagner, Peter, 1772-1850

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