Cameron, Simon, 1799-1889 to Robert G. White
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC05891.15 Author/Creator: Cameron, Simon, 1799-1889 Place Written: Harrisburg, Pennsylvania Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 29 March 1867 Pagination: 2 p. : docket ; Height: 20.5 cm, Width: 13 cm Order a Copy
Suggests nominating General John White Geary, Union Civil War hero and Governor of Pennsylvania, for President. Cameron states he does not wish to run for President himself, but seems to desire some influence over the man who is in office. Also expects the Senate to be recalled soon by President Andrew Johnson.
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