Hamlin, Hannibal, 1809-1891 to unknown
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06596 Author/Creator: Hamlin, Hannibal, 1809-1891 Place Written: Washington, District of Columbia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 6 February 1854 Pagination: 3 p. ; 20.3 x 16.2 cm. Order a Copy
Directed to "Dear Dr." Hamlin replies to a letter from the recipient. Mentions affidavits pertaining to an unspecified matter. Writes, "How the reopening of the Slavery questions will effect me and our friends, I cannot tell at this time- They ask us to repeal the Missouri Compromise line of 1820- I cannot do so- They assert that the Compromise measures of 1850 intended to repeal that of 1820- It is false, & I will not vote a lie..." Discusses an upcoming political convention, to be held possibly in the spring or fall. Refers to other political matters, and in closing asks that this letter remain confidential.
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