27 September 1809
Houghton, Nathaniel, 1784-1840
Autograph letter signed
Title: to Aaron Hobart
Asks Hobart to forgive his not writing immediately and says it is a pleasure to receive a letter from him. Answers Hobart's inquiry on what is it that he does in Barre. Mentions that he may be a "father or founder of the small family in the Courts of Justice..." and wishes Hobart could visit. Discusses the political situation. Claims that those who were in favor of the British cause now despised John Adams's "essays on this Administration." Also mentions it is the federal party that is condemning the Banking System, which they devised. Expects a treaty to be made with Great Britain and…
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