Early Governors' Papers

Hamilton [Ch] Ten. 26 Augt. 1830

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Gov. Carroll Nashville Tenn.

Dallas, Hamilton County August 23. 1830 -

D^r. Sir,

I am here attending court, and on my arrival learned that a vacancy enisted [sic] in the office of County Surveyor - It is the wish of the people here that Capt. George George should receive this pro tem appointment and through me make the recommendation - You know this is one of my provinces, and that I feel duly solicitous for a correct administration of its affairs - You further more know that I would not design edly mislead my friend Gov. Carroll It is therefore with confidence that I recommend Capt. George, and hope to see him

Dallas Hamilton County November 23. 1830 -

Dear Sir,

I am again at this place attending Court, and on my arrival here ascertained that Capt. George who was lately appointed the protem Surveyor for Hamilton County died a short time ago - To fill which vacancy, for myself and hte population of Hamilton generally I recommend to you Major John Cummings, a young man of promise and good moral character - and who I am certain will fill the office with credit and uprightness -

Your friend, Tho. J. Campbell

Gov. Carroll-

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