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1808/03/02

Reynolds, Jas., fl. 1808

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Joseph Clay

Discusses of the Embargo of 1807 and argues that, given the character of the American people, it should not be made permanent. Notes hearing about a "raw-head & bloody bones" speech Clay gave. Clay was a congressman from Pennsylvania, "British spies are among US."

GLC08673

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