Peirce, John, 1750-1798 to Henry Knox
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.03678 Author/Creator: Peirce, John, 1750-1798 Place Written: Richmond, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 21 October 1787 Pagination: 1 p. : address : docket ; 22.4 x 18.5 cm. Order a Copy
Discusses the sentiments of the people of Virginia as well as the state Assembly and Senate in regards to the Constitution. "The People of this state appear to be principally in favor of the constitution: but I think that a great part of the Gentlemen and Politicians of the country are against it. The leading members in the Assembly are also against it - among which are Patrick Henry, Colo. Bland and others... " Says the governor [Edmund Randolph] "feels his character interested in its destruction." Says there will be a meeting held next Thursday to decide if they should hold a convention. Stamped "Richmond, Octr 22." "Free" stamped on address leaf with no signature.
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