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E. C. Ellis

Mayor of Dayton, Ohio.

GLC05603.02.85

to Aaron Hobart

Discusses his "claim before the Commrs under the Florida Treaty," possibly referring to the Adams-Onis Treaty. Seeks Hobart's assistance, mentioning that he will compensate Hobart with the commissions of the estate in return. Notes that a...

GLC06313.04.141

to Aaron Hobart

Discusses auctioneering, dismissing the "boast of an honesty in their dealing" by New York auctioneers. Advises against a tax on auctions that would be prohibitive, since auctions are "the means of establishing a regularity in prices." But...

GLC06313.04.142

to Aaron Hobart

Kirkland, writing as President of Harvard University, sends Hobart a memorial to Congress (not included) made by the Harvard Corporation "united with other institutions" related to "the importation of books."

GLC06313.04.144

to Aaron Hobart

Writes about his petition to Congress for support due to him for eight years military service and time as a prisoner of war during the American Revolution. Comments on his economic hardship and previous rejections of his petitions.

GLC06313.04.145

to Aaron Hobart

Discusses and endorses the Mackerel Fishery bill then before the Congress, which Samson had worked on when he was a congressman.

GLC06313.04.146

to Aaron Hobart

Discusses the divided local opinion on the topic of a bankruptcy bill before congress. Also discusses the pension application of one of Hobart's constituents.

GLC06313.04.147

to Aaron Hobart

Sends Congressman Hobart a copy (not included) of several resolutions passed by the state legislature. Signature clipped and missing.

GLC06313.04.150

to Aaron Hobart

Discusses family and local news. Mentions worry about Hobart's sick infant, an older man and woman near death, and a four year old whose clothes caught fire and was burned to death. Comments on law lagging behind other professions, "as money is...

GLC06313.04.151

to Aaron Hobart

Discusses a petition to the government, Hobart's family, and a request by Collamore's brother to have Hobart arrange for him to receive a periodical.

GLC06313.04.152

to Aaron Hobart

Discusses the bankruptcy bill, which Holmes opposes. Also discusses a proposed amendment to the Massachusetts Constitution limiting the number of senators from each locale, as well as pending state taxation and election bills, and an amendment to...

GLC06313.04.154

to Aaron Hobart

Discusses news about mutual friends and the visit of "Our brother Watson." Seeks a pay increase on the behalf of "Colonel Harris." Mentions a pending "bill for regulating the pay of customs House Officers" and comments on the importation of rum.

GLC06313.04.155

to Aaron Hobart

Discusses his "claim under the Spanish Treaty," possibly referring to the Adams-Onis Treaty (as he did in GLC06313.141). Seeks Hobart's assistance in recovering the claim.

GLC06313.04.156

to Aaron Hobart

Seeks to have Hobart prevent the efforts of Zacheriah Eddy, "the worst kind of Federalist we have in this town," to get a money-losing post office in his neighborhood.

GLC06313.04.157

to Aaron Hobart

Describes a visit to Massachusetts, a planned visit to Maine with the possibility of sleighing, and gives news of family and mutual friends.

GLC06313.04.160

to Aaron Hobart

Seeks advice about his liability in a local matter in which he was bondsman for a tax collector. Asks about specific charges he might be liable for.

GLC06313.04.162

to Aaron Hobart

Discusses the upcoming selection of candidates for state senate. Discusses the suggestion that Sampson's salary (as district Collector) be abolished and thanks Hobart for being against it. Comments on the bill (with the salary provision) and its...

GLC06313.04.163

to Aaron Hobart

Bramwell, writing as one of Hobart's constituents, urges Hobart to aid in the passage of the Mackerel Fishery Bill, then before Congress.

GLC06313.04.164

to Aaron Hobart

Discusses a payment owed in regard to the capturing of a barge, and a mix up in the name of the man owed.

GLC06313.04.165

to Aaron Hobart

Harris, who identifies himself as a marshal, writes to thank Hobart for his assistance and ask for his future aid in regard to the "final passage of the Bill," probably the Mackerel Fishery Bill before Congress.

GLC06313.04.166

to Aaron Hobart

Asks about the "probable fate" of a bill "to prohibit the importation of foreign Spirits," as he is soon expecting a shipment of rum whose value would be affected by the law. Complains about the already high duties on rum.

GLC06313.04.167

to Aaron Hobart

Discusses military education at length, commenting on costs and subjects for particular military posts, and the wisdom of joining military and civil education.

GLC06313.04.169

to Aaron Hobart

Seeks Hobart's aid in discovering the status of a pension application for a widow, Nabby Gardner, of a soldier killed in the War of 1812. The docket contain information on Zachary Gardner's service.

GLC06313.04.170

to Aaron Hobart

Notes a town meeting in which republican town officers were re-elected over opposition from local federalists. Discusses the county convention, the appropriations bill, and payment owed to a Mr. Morton for capturing a barge (see GLC06313.165)....

GLC06313.04.171

to Aaron Hobart

Writes to his cousin to thank him for information about the recent congressional vote on the bankuptcy bill. Expresses surprise at the result and his belief that it will not pass without significant changes. Comments on local opinion of the bill...

GLC06313.04.172