Grant, Ulysses S. (Ulysses Simpson), 1822-1885 Pardon of Jackson Bolin, convicted of distilling spirits without paying tax. Inlcudes case report, legal forms, letters regarding petition.
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC00045.23 Author/Creator: Grant, Ulysses S. (Ulysses Simpson), 1822-1885 Place Written: Washington, District of Columbia Type: Document signed Date: June 23, 1869 Pagination: 2 p.+collateral ; 40 x 27 cm Order a Copy
Convicted of distilling spirits without paying tax; sentenced to 6 months imprisonment and to pay a $1000 fine and court costs. Pardoned since he was poor, ignorant of the law and had a good military record in wartime. (c/s Hamilton Fish)
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