LS as secretary of state, signed “Ja's Monroe,” one page, 7.5 x 9.5, July 18, 1812. Letter to Richard R. Jones, in full: "The President of the United States having, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate, appointed you Consul for the City and Kingdom of Tripoli, I have the honor to inclose your Commission for that office. The instructions for your guide, in the execution of this trust, will be prepared and forwarded, on your signifying a readiness to proceed to your station. In very good condition, with toning, intersecting folds, paper loss along the hinge, and a diagonal tear beneath the signature.
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