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to Robert G. White
February 19, 1855
Cameron, Simon, 1799-1889
Discusses local Pennsylvania politics and an election he hopes to win. Details the tactics of his enemies, and his plan to defeat them.
GLC05891.04
12 March 1855
Discusses a recent election he has just lost. Believes his opponents defeated him only because of dubious practices, hopes for another election, and believes he will prevail in the long run.
GLC05891.05
6 August 1855
Discusses White's financial situation.
GLC05891.06
18 August 1856
Discusses upcoming elections, support of Fremont over Buchanan. Believes he can help Fremont win the election.
GLC05891.07
28 November 1856
Asks White to make sure that a State Legislator votes for him in his upcoming bid for the Senate. Cameron believes "With his vote, I can essentially be elected." Cameron was successfully elected to the Senate that year. Written at "Lochiel,"...
GLC05891.08
30 April 1854
Discusses politics, upcoming elections, and plans to use promises of political patronage to secure votes.
GLC05891.09
22 December 1862
Discusses personal affairs, and does not expect to return to the Senate. Written at "Lochiel," Cameron's estate.
GLC05891.12
17 March 1862
Promises to speak to Secretary of War Stanton about Captain Niles, and request his promotion. He had intended to promote Niles before he was forced to resign as Secretary of State. Written at "Lochiel," Cameron's estate. Captain Niles likely...
GLC05891.13
March 29, 1867
Suggests nominating General John White Geary, Union Civil War hero and Governor of Pennsylvania, for President. Cameron states he does not wish to run for President himself, but seems to desire some influence over the man who is in office. Also...
GLC05891.15
to S. Shock
17 July 1840
Agrees to become security for Shock's bond.
GLC05603.01.05
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