Dated “26^th day of August 1865.” Pre-printed form. One page, 4.75” x   7.375. Exhibits fold-marks, slight soiling and chipping at extremities,  else VG.

Text: “I, (in ink) ‘Melv. A. Wei_ _ _(?)’ do solemnly swear. That I will henceforth faithfully support, protect, and defend the Constitution of the United States, and the Union of States thereunder; and that I will, in like  manner, abide by and support all Laws and Proclamations wich have been made during the existing rebellion with reference to the emancipation of slaves---So help me God.  Signed ‘M.A. We_ _ _(?)’ Sworn to and subscribed before me…26 day of August 1865 /Josiah Ditte.

Interesting post-war Alabama document. Invites further research; a brief amount of online searching did not confirm the subject’s identity. [jp]  [ph:L]

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