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Sullivan, James, 1744-1808 to Tobias Lear re: President Washington's upcoming visit

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02794.007 Author/Creator: Sullivan, James, 1744-1808 Place Written: Boston, Massachusetts Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1789/10/18 Pagination: 3 p. : docket : Height: 22.7 cm, Width: 18.4 cm Order a Copy

Governor John Hancock's desire to house President Washington during his visit. "Should the President take any other lodgings besides at the Govrs house it will hurt the feelings of the Governor . . . ." Sullivan was a prominent Massachusetts lawyer.

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