To George Washington from Charles Thomson, 5 November 1781

Sir	Philadelphia Monday Novr 5th 1781

I have the honor to inform you that this day pursuant to the articles of Confederation the United States in Congress Assembled Proceeded to the choice of a President and have elected for the ensuing year, his Excellency John Hanson. I have the Honor to be Sir Your most Obedt humble Servant

Chas Thomson

DLC: Papers of George Washington.

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