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- GLC#
- GLC00108.07-View header record
- Type
- Letters
- Date
- May 14, 1814
- Author/Creator
- Ellery, William, 1727-1820
- Title
- to George G. Channing
- Place Written
- Newport, Rhode Island
- Pagination
- 3 p. : address ; Height: 24 cm, Width: 20 cm
- Language
- English
- Primary time period
- The New Nation, 1783-1815
- Sub-Era
- The Age of Jefferson & Madison
In his letter, William Ellery agrees with his grandson that evils have resulted from commercial regulations brought on by the War of 1812. He does not think Congress will enact an embargo and believes the British have a right to blockade their enemy's ports. He advises moderation in expenses and pleasures when he marries. He refers to the Book of Ruth in a discussion of marriage customs as they relate to the impending nuptials between Channing's mother and William. He discusses a possible visit and family news, and mentions the good character of Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry. Writing one month after Napoleon's first abdication, Ellery praises the downfall of the emperor.
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