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Taylor, Zachary, 1784-1850 Pardon of Nelson C. Marselis, convicted of robbing from the mail. Includes petitions, certifications and pardon receipt.

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC00045.11 Author/Creator: Taylor, Zachary, 1784-1850 Place Written: Washington, District of Columbia Type: Document signed Date: May 25, 1849 Pagination: 2 p. + docket ; 37 x 26 cm Order a Copy

Marselis, a postal clerk, was convicted of stealing from the mail. No reason for pardon. (c/s John M. Clayton)

Marselis, Nelson C., fl. 1849
Taylor, Zachary, 1784-1850
Clayton, John Middleton, 1796-1856

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