Manuscript DS, signed "James K. Polk" as president and "James Buchanan" as secretary of state, three pages on two adjoining sheets, 10 x 15.25, July 17, 1847. A rare executive pardon, which reads: “James G. Black was convicted of an assault upon the high seas and sentenced by the Court, to pay a fine of fifty dollars and costs of prosecution; to be imprisoned for a period of three months, and to stand committed until the fine and costs shall have been paid… that the verdict rendered against Black, was with a recommendation for mercy; and pray a pardon for him, referring to evidence of the high character, industry and former good conduct…that the sentence has already inflicted want and misery upon his family, who are entirely dependent upon his labor for support; in which prayer, a number of citizens of Baltimore write: and whereas the United States Attorney…recommended his case to favorable consideration…Now, be it known that I, James K. Polk, President of the United States of America, In consideration of the premises, divers other good and sufficient reasons…do hereby remit, unto him, the said James G. Black, the fine and costs imposed…and direct that he be forthwith released from confinement.” Boldly signed at the conclusion by President Polk and countersigned by Secretary of State James Buchanan. The crisply embossed white paper seal affixed to the second page remains fully intact. In fine condition. Polk is uncommon in general and is exceptionally desirable in combination with Buchanan.
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