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Lot #197
Jefferson Davis

“The subject of pensions as well as of Bounty lands is under the same jurisdiction, and I have therefore referred it to the Department of the Interior.”

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“The subject of pensions as well as of Bounty lands is under the same jurisdiction, and I have therefore referred it to the Department of the Interior.”

President of the Confederacy. LS signed “Jeffer Davis,” one page, 7.5 x 9.25, April 21, 1855. Secretary of War Jefferson Davis responds to an inquiry. In full, “Your letter of the 16: instant has been received. The subject of pensions as well as of Bounty lands is under the same jurisdiction, and I have therefore referred it to the Department of the Interior, to which all applications of the kind should be addressed.” Double matted and framed with a portrait of Davis, to an overall size of 22 x 15.5. In fine condition, with expected folds, a few light creases and wrinkles and a couple staple holes to top left. R&R COA.

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  • Dates: #293 - Ended January 19, 2005