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Smith, Albert, 1793-1867 to Aaron Hobart

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06313.04.139 Author/Creator: Smith, Albert, 1793-1867 Place Written: Hanover, Massachusetts Type: Autograph letter signed Date: January 18, 1822 Pagination: 2 p. : address : docket : free frank Height: 24.5 cm, Width: 19 cm Order a Copy

Expresses his support of the Bankruptcy Bill before Congress. Indicates that he has "seen its benefits in all countries except New England." Notes his hope that John Quincy Adams becomes the next president. Notes the coldness of the winter and the happiness of Mr. Winslow's family with the news of his imminent arrival. Indicates that there is a lot of discussion about the death of the widow of Captain William Church, who left a six thousand dollar inheritance to two sisters. Relates family news about his own family and others.

Smith, Albert, 1793-1867
Hobart, Aaron, 1787-1858
Adams, John Quincy, 1767-1848
Winslow, fl. 1821-1822
Church, William, Mrs., fl. 1822
Warren (mayor), fl. 1822
Torrey, J., fl. 1822
Winslow, J. Jr., fl. 1822
Parker, S.P., fl. 1822
Barrtows, fl. 1822

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