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In accordance with the Act of Congress, approved Aug. 30, 1852
PILOT’S CERTIFICATE.
The undersigned, Inspector for the District of St. Louis,
Certify that Samuel Clemens….is a suitable and safe person to be
intrusted with the power and duties of Pilot of Steam Boats…
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