Mitchell, Nahum, 1769-1853 to Aaron Hobart
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06313.04.138 Author/Creator: Mitchell, Nahum, 1769-1853 Place Written: East Bridgewater, Massachusetts Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 17 January 1822 Pagination: 2 p. : address : free frank ; 25.2 x 19.7 cm. Order a Copy
Responds to Hobart's request for an opinion of the Bankruptcy Bill before Congress. Explains that he has paid little attention to it and has not formed an opinion, but some of his friends are "exceedingly desirous the Bill should pass." He has tried to get a sense of the general feeling towards it and claims most are indifferent, while those with opinions "are much divided." Notes that dislike for the old law has caused prejudice against the one being proposed. Indicates that he will keep the request confidential, according to Hobart's wishes.
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