Unsigned handwritten letter by James Monroe, one page, 7.75 x 9.75, November 24, 1794. Handwritten letter by Monroe as United States Minister to France, in part: "I have to announce to you that the President of the United States with the advice and consent of the Senate has appointed Peter F. Dobree of Nantes Vice Consul for the Port of Nantes and other ports within its vicinity, and Francis Coffyn of Dunkirk Consul for the Port of Dunkirk & other ports within its vicinity." Affixed in the blank lower margin is an ink signature, "Jas. Monroe," clipped from a later document signed as Secretary of State. In very good condition, with heavy overall foxing and a mounting strip to the left edge.
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