23 December 1795
Washington, George, 1732-1799
Autograph letter signed
Title: to Edward Carrington
Thanks him for earlier letters. Discusses official appointments. States that the Senate has denied the appointment of John Rutledge as Chief Justice of the Supreme Court. Informs that the Department of War is still unfilled and he is waiting for more information before he fills either appointment. Marked private on first page.
GLC05310