Early Governors' Papers

as [?] sustained no injury if the Recpts were forged, because he has rendered no services

A further inquiry after Mr Whiteside or Mr Upchurch would be necessary as they have both emigated from this Country and duty compells me to say that neither of them have either reputation or property at this time as I am informed by which they can be held accountable for improper conduct

Enclosed you have the Draft and recpts forwarded to me in your letter

I have the honor, to be Sir your ob svt

[Jan G Smith?] Post Master [General?] T[ennessee?]

[? ?] Assistant Post Master Genl

A copy of [testimony?] ans to [am?] from assistant Post Master Genl of the 12 & 14 Feby 1824