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James, Elisha, 1785-? to Aaron Hobart

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06313.04.121 Author/Creator: James, Elisha, 1785-? Place Written: Scituate, Massachusetts Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 19 December 1821 Pagination: 2 p. : address : docket : free frank ; 25 x 20.3 cm. Order a Copy

Informs Hobart, on the request of his "Townsman and neighbor," Ezekiel Jones, that Jones desires a regular commission in the Navy. Describes and recommends Jones, sharing his opinion and suitability for such a position.

James, Elisha, 1785-?
Hobart, Aaron, 1787-1858
Jones, Ezekiel, fl. 1821

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