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Home, John (fl. 1821) to Aaron Hobart

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06313.04.120 Author/Creator: Home, John (fl. 1821) Place Written: Bristol, Massachusetts Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 14 December 1821 Pagination: 2 p. : address : free frank ; 24.8 x 20 cm. Order a Copy

Explains that the Collector of the Customs's office in his district will soon be vacant. Indicates that he is planning on applying for the position and seeks Hobart's support and assistance in obtaining the post.

Home, John, fl. 1821
Hobart, Aaron, 1787-1858
De Wolf, fl. 1821
Knight, fl. 1821
Durfee, fl. 1821
Eddy, fl. 1821
Greswold, Bishop, fl. 1821

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