Scallop-topped partly-printed Vellum DS as president, signed “M. Van Buren,” one page, 11.5 x 14.75, November 8, 1839. Ship’s pass issued for “the Ship Gauges, William Wood, master or commander of the burthen of Three hundred and eighty tons or thereabouts, mounted with no guns navigated with twenty seven men. To pass with her Company, Passengers, Goods and Merchandize, without any hindrance, seizure or molestation.” Signed at the conclusion by Van Buren, and countersigned by Acting Secretary of State Aaron Vail and Fall River Collector Phineas W. Leland. White paper seal affixed to lower left corner. In fine condition, with light staining along the extreme bottom edge.
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