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George Washington document signed as President, appointing an Inspector of the Revenue, and countersigned by Thomas Jefferson as Secretary of State. The men sign ''Go Washington'' and ''By the President / Th Jefferson'', dated 8 March 1792, promoting William Lewis of Virginia from Surveyor to Collector of the Port of Entry for the Port of Fredericksburg, as part of the U.S. Customs Service. Document measures 15.75'' x 12.5'', beautifully framed with portraits of Washington and Jefferson to a size of 40'' x 30.5''. Small tears at folds archivally repaired on verso, and paper seal replaced. Some discoloration to lower section and slight fading to signatures. Overall very good condition. A rare Presidential appointment signed by both Washington and Jefferson.
George Washington Appointment Signed as President -- Countersigned by Thomas Jefferson as Secretary of State
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