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Monroe, James (1758-1831) to unknown

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02897 Author/Creator: Monroe, James (1758-1831) Place Written: Washington, D.C. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 5 June 1822 Pagination: 1 p. : docket ; 22 x 19 cm. Order a Copy

Indicates that he is sending a favorable examination of claims due to Henry Clay for his role in negotiating a "commercial treaty with G Britain, jointly with Mr Adams & Mr Gallatin, which you will Find in his Favor". Written as President.

Monroe, James, 1758-1831
Clay, Henry, 1777-1852

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