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Jackson, Andrew, 1767-1845 [Presidential authority to the Secretary of State to affix the seal to the paper remitting unto the William Davis the fine and costs imposed on him]

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC00076.01 Author/Creator: Jackson, Andrew, 1767-1845 Place Written: Washington, District of Columbia Type: Document signed Date: 19 May 1836 Pagination: 2 p. : docket : 3 collateral ; 26 x 20 cm Order a Copy

Davis was convicted of assault and battery in October, 1833, in the District of Columbia. Fined $5 and ordered to remain in prison until the fine was paid. After two and a half years imprisonment, Davis had petitioned to have the fine remitted since there was no way he could pay.

Jackson, Andrew, 1767-1845

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