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Hamilton, Alexander, 1757-1804 Treasury Department circular

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC00496.029 Author/Creator: Hamilton, Alexander, 1757-1804 Place Written: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Type: Document signed Date: 20 July 1792 Pagination: 2 p. : docket ; Height: 23 cm, Width: 19 cm Order a Copy

Printed circular docketed "No. 78." Explains the various responsibilities and duties of Customs Officers with regards to collection of revenue, port duties, jurisdiction, and uniformity of practices.

Hamilton, Alexander, 1757-1804

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