The writings of George Washington from the original manuscript sources

Washington, George, 1732-1799. The writings of George Washington from the original manuscript sources
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To WILLIAM PACA

United States, February 13, 1790.

Sir: The appointment which you now hold as Judge of the United States in and for the district of Maryland, having been made during the Recess of the Senate of the United States, can endure no longer than to the end of their present Session; and a new Commission, specifying your appointment by and with the advice and consent of the Senate, will become necessary for your continuance in the discharge of the duties of that Office. This Commission I have now the pleasure to enclose, requesting that you will acknowledge the receipt of it as soon as it gets to your hands. I am etc.²²

[Note:In an unidentified writing. The "Letter Book" copy contains the following note: "Copies of the above letter was transmitted to the Judges of the Districts of Virginia and South Carolina, and to Wm. Nelson, Attorney for the District of Virginia." ]