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Eustis, William, 1753-1825 to Aaron Hobart

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06313.04.002 Author/Creator: Eustis, William, 1753-1825 Place Written: Washington, District of Columbia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: January 27, 1805 Pagination: 1 p. : Height: 24.7 cm, Width: 20 cm Order a Copy

Tells Hobart that his letter has been received and, as he requested, the enclosed item had been given to the Post Master General. Also, mentions that Hobart's recommendation for where to establish a post office will be considered.

Eustis, William, 1753-1825
Hobart, Aaron, 1787-1858

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