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Calhoun, John C. (John Caldwell) (1782-1850) to Richard Graham and Joseph Philips

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02146.17 Author/Creator: Calhoun, John C. (John Caldwell) (1782-1850) Place Written: Washington, D.C. Type: Letter signed Date: 29 December 1818 Pagination: 1 p. ; 25 x 20 cm. Order a Copy

Secretary of State Calhoun denies an appropriation request because he did not receive a detailed estimate of expenses. Indicates that he will attempt to have the senate increase the appropriation but advises them to keep their disbursements to the original appropriation.

Calhoun, John Caldwell, 1782-1850
Graham, Richard, 1786-1858
Philips, Joseph, fl. 1818

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