Sampson, Zabdiel, 1781-1828 to Aaron Hobart

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GLC#
GLC06313.04.058-View header record
Type
Letters
Date
2 January 1818
Author/Creator
Sampson, Zabdiel, 1781-1828
Title
to Aaron Hobart
Place Written
Washington, District of Columbia
Pagination
3 p. : Height: 24.1 cm, Width: 20 cm
Primary time period
National Expansion and Reform, 1815-1860
Sub-Era
The First Age of Reform

Sends his condolence for Hobart's father's death. Mentions a "Bill, to establish a uniform system of Bankruptcy." Informs Hobart that he has not voted for the additional pay for "our services." Also, mentions that Henry Clay "is 'tooth & nail' against the present Administration." Explains that Clay and his friends are against everything the executive proposes; for instance, they oppose Monroe's belief that Congress does not have the authority to appropriate funds for internal improvements.

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