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Finding Aid for the James K. Polk Note, 1846 September 5


MS-2258

University of Tennessee Special Collections Library, Knoxville, TN


Encoded by: Elizabeth Dunham, June 2, 2006.

Summary Information
Title: James K. Polk Note

Date/Date Range :   1846 September 5

Extent: 0.1 linear feet

Abstract:
In a September 5, 1846 note, President James K. Polk announces the assignment of Lieutenant Thomas Brounell to inspection duty for steam ships that the government contracted through Edward Mills for mail carrying.

Call number: MS-2258

Repository: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library, Knoxville, TN

Access and Use
Aquisition Information:
This collection was purchased by Special Collections in March 2004.
Access Restrictions:
Collection is open for research.
Copyright:
The copyright interests in this collection remain with the creator. For more information, contact the Special Collections Library.
Preferred Citation:
[Identification of Item], James K. Polk Note, MS-2258. University of Tennessee, Knoxville, Special Collections Library.

Arrangement

Collection consists of a single folder.


Biography / History

James K. Polk (1795-1849) served seven terms in Congress (1825-1839), one term as governor of Tennessee (1839-1841), and one term as U.S. President (1845-1849).


Collection Scope and Content Note

In a September 5, 1846 note, President James K. Polk announces the assignment of Lieutenant Thomas Brounell to inspection duty for steam ships that the government contracted through Edward Mills for mail carrying.

Subject Terms

  • United States Postal Service -- Employees.
  • United States. Navy.
Contents List
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Note from President James K. Polk, 1846 September 5

Scope Note:

Transcription of Letter:

Lieut. Thomas Brounell, of the United States Navy, has been with any approbation detached from duty at Sackett's Harbor, & by order of the Secy. of the Navy required to report to the Post Master Genl. for duty in inspecting the Steam Ships, which Edward Mills contracted to furnish for transportation of the mail and I do hereby appoint the said Lieut. Thomas Brounell with authority to make the inspections authorized by said contract, subject to the orders and instructions of the Post Master General.

September 5th 1846

James K. Polk

Note on reverse:

Let this letter be modified as suggested & signed by the action P.M.G. with the necessary instructions to Lt. B-J.K.P.