Ellery, William, 1727-1820 to George G. Channing
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC00108.08 Author/Creator: Ellery, William, 1727-1820 Place Written: Newport, Rhode Island Type: Autograph letter signed Date: July 18, 1814 Pagination: 2 p. : address ; Height: 24 cm, Width: 20 cm Order a Copy
William Ellery writes to his grandson discussing his daily routine. He hopes Channing will have enough business so he can marry soon. He declines the offer to add to his stock of wine because he wants to reserve his money during the uncertain times of the War of 1812. In the letter: he comments on several orations, discusses the British blockade, and President Madison's call to raise troops.
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