Wythe to Henry Laurens, 27 February 1778
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Henry Laurens was President of the Continental Congress from November 1777 until December, 1778. Because of this, George Wythe gives him a recommendation for John Carter to succeed a Mr. Tazewell who recently resigned from a position in Congress.
"Wythe to President of Congress, 27 February 1778, pg 1." Image from The Papers of the Continental Congress, 1774-1789.
Letter text, 27 February 1778
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Mr Tazewell having resigned his agency for the united states in this commonwealth mr John Carter wishes to succeed him in the office. I have been acquainted with mr Carter above thirty years, and much the greater part of that time we have been neighbours to one another. I believe that none exceed him in fidelity diligence and punctuality; and that his attachment to the grand american cause is unquestionable: so that I am persuaded he will give full satisfaction, if congress shall be pleased to honour him with the appointment. I am,
Sir,
Williamsburg, 27 Feb. 1778.
- Sir,
- Your most obedient Servant
President of Congress
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"Wythe to President of Congress, 27 February 1778, pg 2." Image from The Papers of the Continental Congress, 1774-1789.
[endorsed]
A letter
from G. Wythe
Williamsburg 27 Feb.
1778
Hon the President of the
Congress of the United
States of America
