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Frederick Douglass document signed in his position as Recorder of Deeds for Washington, DC. Douglass signs the docketing on verso, ''Fred'k Douglass'' for a release enacted on 21 June 1884. After the Civil War, Republican Presidents appointed Douglass to various government positions including Recorder of Deeds as well as Minister and Consul General to Haiti. Three page bifolium document on pale blue paper measures 8.5'' x 14'' unfolded. Light wear and toning, in very good condition.
Frederick Douglass Document Signed as Recorder of Deeds
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