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From Alexander Hamilton to William S. Smith, 15 April 1800

To William S. Smith, 15 April 1800

New York April 15. 1800

Sir,

I have received your letter of the 11. instant with its inclosures. I would wish Hill to be tried by a Court Martial previous to my granting him his pardon The Court may probably recommend him to mercy, should that however not be the case; your recommendation with that of the Officer’s of your regiment shall be treated with the meet with proper respect attention

with true consideration Sir

Colonel Smith

(Df, in the handwriting of Philip Church, Hamilton Papers, Library of Congress).

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    From Alexander Hamilton to William S. Smith, 15 April 1800
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    Smith, William Stephens
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    15 April 1800

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