Arthur, Chester Alan, 1829-1886 Pardon of George W. Hubley, convicted of larceny while in postal service.
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC00045.33 Author/Creator: Arthur, Chester Alan, 1829-1886 Place Written: Washington, District of Columbia Type: Document signed Date: September 29, 1881 Pagination: 2 p. : docket : Height: 40 cm, Width: 26 cm Order a Copy
Hubley was convicted of larceny while in postal service; sentenced to 1 year imprisonment. Pardoned after serving 4 months of his prison term by recommendation of the judge, jury, and U.S. District Attorney due to his youth. Chester's first pardon. (c/s Robert H. Hitt)
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