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Two letters written by Governor William C. C. Claiborne, one of which is to Governor David Holmes of the Mississippi Territory concerning John Winn, a fugitive from justice. The other letter is to Major General Thomas Posey of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, advising General Posey of his nomination for United States Senator. There is also a license issued to Peter Derbigny to practice as Attorney and Counselor at Law in Louisiana.