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Grant, Ulysses S. (Ulysses Simpson), 1822-1885 Pardon of George W. Garner, convicted manslaughter. Inlcudes case notes, transmittal letters, pardon receipt.

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC00045.28 Author/Creator: Grant, Ulysses S. (Ulysses Simpson), 1822-1885 Place Written: Washington, District of Columbia Type: Document signed Date: April 1,1876 Pagination: 2 p. : : collateral ; Height: 39 cm, Width: 27 cm Order a Copy

Convicted of manslaughter; sentenced to 4 years imprisonment. Pardoned after serving over two years of his prison term by recommendation of the judge and U.S. District Attorney. (c/s John L. Cadualalder)

Garner, George W., fl. 1876
Cadualalder, John L., fl. 1875-1876
Grant, Ulysses S. (Ulysses Simpson), 1822-1885

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