Stephens, Alexander Hamilton, 1812-1883 to Daniel Webster
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC04320 Author/Creator: Stephens, Alexander Hamilton, 1812-1883 Place Written: Crawfordsville, Georgia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 21 August 1852 Pagination: 3 p. : docket ; 25 x 19.7 cm. Order a Copy
Discusses the upcoming 1852 Presidential Election and various candidates and nominations. States his views on where Southern support lies for the upcoming nomination. Tells Webster his support in the south is solid, and encourages Webster not to endorse Winfield Scott, who he strongly opposes.
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