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Lot #216
James Madison Document Signed as President

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Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 16 x 10.25, March 16, 1811. President Madison appoints Adden Lewis of the Mississippi Territory as "Inspector of the Revenue for the Port of Mobille." Neatly signed at the conclusion by President James Madison, and countersigned by Secretary of State Robert Smith. The embossed white paper seal affixed at the lower left is soiled but intact. In very good to fine condition, with a split to the bottom of the central vertical fold, and a light seal-related stain. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from JSA.

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