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Letter from Star Foot to William Gooding Concerning his Resignation as Canal Inspector

Chicago April 8th 1850

William Gooding Esq
Secatary of Illinois and Michigan Canal

Dear Sir,
Having made arrangements to go to California I this day resign my office as Canal Inspector hoping and trusting that I have fulfil it to the satisfaction of the Board and community.

I remain your most obedient Servant

Star Foot

P.S. I would recomend to your favourable notice, Mr Samul. H. Macy as every way competent to fill the Office that I vacate.

S.F.--