Early Governors' Papers

New York Nov. 17 1847

From the nature of the testimonials which Mr. Chapman has exhibited to me, They cheer fully commend him as a proper preson [sic] for the appointment be [illegible], and to which I am sure he will do honour.

M. J. Beady

Mayor

From long personal acquaintance with M^r. Chapman, I cheerfully concur with His Honor Mayor Beady in recommending him for an appointment as Commissioner, believing him well qualified to do honour to the appointing power.

Elias G. Drake President of the Trust Fire Insurance Company

New York 18 Nov^r. 1847.