Johnson, Andrew (1808-1875) to Gideon Welles re: introduction for P. B. Fonda of Illinois with autograph env
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC04282 Author/Creator: Johnson, Andrew (1808-1875) Place Written: [Washington?] Type: Autograph note signed Date: [1866 ca.] Pagination: 1 p. + env. 9.4 x 6.4 cm Order a Copy
[No Date]
The Sec. of the Navy will please permit me to introduce Hon. P.B. Fonda of Ill - He is a gentleman of character and high standing. He desires an interview with the Sec. which I hope he will find it convenient to grant.
Sincerely
Andrew Johnson
[Envelope]
From the Dr
Hon Gideon Welles
Secretary of the Navy
Present
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