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This certifies that "Daniel Payne" has served as a fireman the time prescribed by the law of the state entitled "An act granting privileges to the Firemen of the City of New York: passed 12th of April 1816, New York," November 5th, 18 "22", Thomas Franklin, chief engineer. I. Morton, clerk C.C.. 1816 (from title). The New York Public Library.