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Hobart, Albert (1792-1867) to Aaron Hobart

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06313.04.172 Author/Creator: Hobart, Albert (1792-1867) Place Written: Boston, Massachusetts Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 15 March 1822 Pagination: 2 p. : address : free frank ; 24.7 x 20 cm. Order a Copy

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 and the local government.

Hobart, Albert, 1792-?
Hobart, Aaron, 1787-1858

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