Partly-printed DS signed “James Madison" as president and "Jas Monroe" as secretary of state, one page, 14.5 x 9, March 3, 1815. President Monroe appoints David Perham of Massachusetts as "Principal Assessor, under the act, entitled 'An act for the assessment and collection of Direct Taxes and Internal Duties,'…and the act, entitled 'An act making further provision for the collection of Internal Duties, and for the appointment and compensation of Assessors." Signed at the conclusion by both Madison and Monroe. White paper seal remains affixed to lower left corner. Cloth-matted and framed to an overall size of 21.75 x 16.5. In fine condition, with intersecting folds and scattered light creasing.
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