G. Volney Dorsey, Piqua, Ohio, to Henry S. Foote, Washin[gton], 1848 September 2
Scope and Contents
State of political parties around Piqua, Ohio; Strength of the Whig Party in District #4; Whigs as antislavery men; views of Moses Corwin, a candidate for Congress from Ohio; free soil party in Dorsey's country; strength of the Democrats and their support of Cass and Butler; mention of General Taylor. 2 pp. ALS.
Dates
- Creation: 1848 September 2
Creator
- From the Collection: Ritchie, Thomas, 1778-1854 (Person)
- From the Collection: Ritchie family. (Family)
Language of Materials
English
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Extent
From the Collection: 6.50 Linear Feet
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections Research Center Repository