Daniel B. White, Marcillus, New York, to Thomas Ritchie, Washington City, D.C, 1850 June 2
Scope and Contents
Scope and Contents
Predicted "remodeling of parties" due to actions taken on the compromise; weakness of Gen. Cass as a party leader; possibility of Clay's candidacy for the Presidential office; the tariff and a U.S. Bank as campaign issues; influence of a "Cuban Invasion"; abolition of slavery. 3 pp. ALS.
Dates
- Creation: 1850 June 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