States, 'The boy Simon is authorized to hire himself on any good boat running between this port and St. Louis or in the St. Louis and Missouri river trade. For the purpose of procuring a berth when not employed on any boat he is authorized to pass and [word unclear] in St. Louis. In case he requires any reffrence for any purpose he is authorized to refer to Capt. Sellers of St. Louis.' Title: Document signed Elizabeth Pease [by Jno. Thomas, agent], April 3, 1856 . 3 April 1856. Pease, Elizabeth

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