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[[checkmark]] Joseph Francis (23240). Gold medal presented to Mr. Francis in accordance with act of Congress. Also gold box presented to Mr. Francis by Napoleon III. These objects are an absolute gift to the National Museum as per formal deed date May 26, 1890 (filed with accession papers). [[strikethrough]] A copy of [[/strikethrough]] The labels accompanying these objects written by Mr. Francis read as follows: