Sheriff who brought down the infamous Billy the Kid. TLS signed 'Pat. F. Garrett,' two pages, 8.5 x 11, Office of the Collector of Customs letterhead, February 13, 1902. Letter to the Governor of New Mexico. Garrett responds to the Governor's recommendation to the appointment of a Ms. Matilda Gallegos to the position of Inspector of Customs. Garrett politely rejects the request. In part, 'All positions in the Customs service, require an examination, and as the present Inspectress successfully passed an examination, and was appointed prior to my assuming the duties of this office, there is no means of creating a vacancy...I have had much to occupy my time and mind since assuming my position.' In fine condition, with a light vertical fold through a single letter of signature. COA John Reznikoff/University Archives and RRAuction COA.
