Opinion that the President Cannot Appoint Officers
Document 1799Expresses opinion that the President has no power to appoint officers to battalions. Distinguishes between filling a vacancy and appointment of a new office.
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Autograph Letter Signed
Description
Expresses opinion that the President has no power to appoint officers to battalions. Distinguishes between filling a vacancy and appointment of a new office.
Date
05/03/1799
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Document number
1799050340201
Page start
1
Note
Difficult to read.
Notable persons
James McHenry
Alexander Hamilton
John Adams
Senate