Letter from James Shepperd to Thomas Burke
Shepperd, JamesAugust 08,
1781
Volume 22, Page 555
JAMES SHEPPERD TO HIS EXCELLENCY GOV. BURKE.
Salisbury, Aug. 8th, 1781.
Sir:
Several reasons hindering me of accepting of the Appointment conferred on me by the Genl. Assembly, of a Troop of Light Horse in the State Regiment I must beg leave of your Excellency to resign the same appointment, in favor of Capt. Robert Gillespie of Rowan; Should your Excellency not condescend to accept of my resignation on these Terms, then I shall make it my business to take command accordingly.
I have the honor to be, Sir, your Excellency’s,
Most obedient Servant,
Most obedient Servant,
JAMES SHEPPERD.
To His Excellency Gov. Burke.
Capt. James Shepperd’s Request.
Salisbury 8th, 1781. Received 15th, Answered 16th.
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