Watkins, Tobias, 1780-1855 to Aaron Hobart
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06313.04.193 Author/Creator: Watkins, Tobias, 1780-1855 Place Written: Washington, District of Columbia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 3 November 1822 Pagination: 1 p. : address : docket : free frank Height: 25 cm, Width: 20 cm Order a Copy
Desires to be appointed to the now vacant position of Clerk of the House of Representatives. The office of the Clerk is filled by a vote among the Representatives, and Watkins was requesting Hobart's vote. Details his credentials, having been a public servant for nearly twenty years. Also notes that he has eight children to support, and is therefore in need of the position. Hopes for Hobart's support. Watkins was not elected as Clerk.
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