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Grant, Ulysses S. (Ulysses Simpson), 1822-1885 Pardon of William H. Gannaway, convicted of distilling without a license. Includes case letters.

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC00045.24 Author/Creator: Grant, Ulysses S. (Ulysses Simpson), 1822-1885 Place Written: Washington, District of Columbia Type: Document signed Date: May 3, 1870 Pagination: 2 p. : : collateral ; Height: 40 cm, Width: 27 cm Order a Copy

Convicted of "illicit distilling;" sentenced to 6 months imprisonment and to pay a $1000 fine. Pardoned due to his poverty and had a dependent family. (c/s Hamilton Fish)

Gannaway, William H., fl. 1870
Fish, Hamilton, 1808-1893
Grant, Ulysses S. (Ulysses Simpson), 1822-1885

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