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Morris, Robert, 1734-1806 to Gouverneur Morris re: letter of introduction for Tobias Lear

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02794.032 Author/Creator: Morris, Robert, 1734-1806 Place Written: Delaware Works Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1793/10/27 Pagination: 1 p. + address 22.8 x 18.2 cm Order a Copy

Introduces Lear to Morris in Paris. "I need only tell you that his integrity and Abilities gained him the unbounded Friendship of the President & the esteem of those who have had an opportunity of knowing his Conduct and Services." Written as U.S. Senator from Pennsylvania to G. Morris, the American Minister to France.

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