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| Field name | Value |
|---|---|
| Collection Reference Number | GLC07116 |
| From Archive Folder | Documents Relating to 1789 |
| Title | George Washington to Thomas Mifflin regarding two acts |
| Date | 11 September 1789 |
| Author | Washington, George (1732-1799) |
| Recipient | Mifflin, Thomas |
| Document Type | Correspondence |
| Content Description | Presidential circular letter in which Washington transmits to Mifflin "the duplicates of the two Acts - one to establish the Treasury Department - and one for registering and clearing Vessels, regulating the coasting trade, and for other purposes." |
| Subjects | President Government and Civics Law Maritime Merchants and Trade Commerce |
| People | Washington, George (1732-1799) Mifflin, Thomas (1744-1800) Washington, George (1732-1799) |
| Place written | New York, New York |
| Theme | The Presidency; Government & Politics; Law; Naval & Maritime; Merchants & Commerce |
| Sub-collection | The Gilder Lehrman Collection, 1493-1859 |
| Additional Information | Signer of the U.S. Constitution. Thomas Mifflin was a general and aide to Washington during the American Revolution. He later held various political posts in Pennsylvania, including member of the Continental Congress, signer of the Constitution, and governor. At the time of this letter he was President of the Supreme Executive Council of Pennsylvania. |
| Copyright | The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History |
| Module | Settlement, Commerce, Revolution and Reform: 1493-1859 |
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