Pierce, Franklin (1804-1869) to Jonathan Harvey
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02327 Author/Creator: Pierce, Franklin (1804-1869) Place Written: Washington, D. C. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 15 December 1838 Pagination: 2 p. : address : free frank ; 26 x 21 cm. Order a Copy
Expresses his optimism for the Democratic party in the upcoming elections. "I think the prospects for the democratic party have rarely been more cheering. We have many great advantages over our opponents." Goes on to say that the Democratic party is united on several principles while the opposition is not. States that, "Under such circumstances I entertain no fears for the result. We must triumph." Written as Senator from New Hampshire.
Harvey was a lawyer and legislator from Sutton, New Hampshire.
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