Title
James Shields to William L. Marcy
Description
Senator Stephen A. Douglas endorses a letter, written and signed by Senator James Shields, to U.S. Secretary of State William L. Marcy recommending John R. Bennett to a consular appointment.
Creator
Shields, James; Douglas, Stephen A.
Publisher
Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum
Date
1853-03-14
Format
pdf
Language
en
Identifier
300235
T1853.03.14-MISC
Transcription
Washington March 14th 1853
To the Secretary of State
Sir
It gives me great pleasure to write with the friends of John R. Bennett Esq in recommending him for the appointment of Consul at Hobart town Van Diemans land
This appointment in my opinion would give general satisfaction, as from character and experience he is well fitted for the position
Your obt sevt
Jas Shields
S A Douglas
Consul to Hobart Town
Van Diemans Land
John R. Bennett, recommended by Senator Shields & Douglas
Senator Shields - Ill.
" Douglass "
Status
Complete
Percent Completed
100
Weight
20
Original Format
paper and ink
2 p
25 x 20 cm