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Jackson, Andrew, 1767-1845 to Susan Decatur

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC00762 Author/Creator: Jackson, Andrew, 1767-1845 Place Written: Washington, District of Columbia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: June 24, 1831 Pagination: 4 p. ; 25 x 20 cm. Order a Copy

Rejects her request and dismisses her complaints firmly but politely. Decatur had asked the President to install an acquaintance of hers in a governmental position. He refuses to do so, saying he needs the best man to do the job.

Jackson, Andrew, 1767-1845
Decatur, Susan, 1776-1860

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