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Calais January 1st, 1857.

Hon. H. Hamlin
   
Dear Sir,

I herewith enclose a Petition, signed by the
most of our prominent Republicans here. and
also a few letters, from some of our leading
men asking my appointment as agent for
the Passamaquoddy tribe of Indians.

I was appointed to said office, by Gov. Crosby
in 1854, but removed by Gov. Morrill, in 
1855, but removed by Gov Wells, in 1856.
Having been removed, as I was, upon Political
grounds only.  I should naturally take a pride
in being restored.

Should you feel that by giving me that nomination,
you would meet the wishes of the Republicans
in this vicinity without conflicting with
your own views, in the matter, I shall be 
greatly obliged.

Very Respectfully
Your Obt. Servant
   Seth W. Smith