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Russell, A.L (fl. 1851-) To John McGinely of the County of Adams Esquire.

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03769.147 Author/Creator: Russell, A.L (fl. 1851-) Place Written: Harrisburg, Pennsylvania Type: Autograph document signed Date: 10 November 1851 Pagination: 2 p. : docket ; 35.2 x 43.3 cm. Order a Copy

This document asserts that the Governor appoints John McGinely as associate judge of the court of common pleas. The document is signed by A.L. Russell as Secretary of the Commonwealth. Docketed on verso. Accompnaied by impression stamp and blue paper stamp.

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