Author:  Ron Chernow
Book:    Grant
Viewed: 36 - Published at: 8 years ago

When Grant made Edward S. Salomon governor of the Washington Territory, it was the first time an American Jew had occupied a gubernatorial post. {When Salomon proved corrupt, Grant handled his case leniently, letting him resign.} Elated at this appointment, Rabbi Isaac Mayer Wise said it showed "that President Grant has revoked General Grant's notorious order No. 11.

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[ Grant ]
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