State of Louisiana
Parish of La Fayette
This is to Certify that Samuel C. Hirams (the bearer of this) is a
man of respect and Esteem among us, that he is qualifyed for
buisness of any kind, having receaved a liberal education, and do not
hesitate to say that he is a man in whoom publick confidence can be
placed.
Given under my hand and seal This 20th day of Dec. 1824.
John Greig
Clk and J. P. for the Parish and State afd.