Clay, Henry, 1777-1852 to Mrs. M. MacGregor
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06641.01 Author/Creator: Clay, Henry, 1777-1852 Place Written: Ashland, Kentucky Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1848/08/19 Pagination: 1 p. ; 25.1 x 20.1 cm. Order a Copy
Expresses his sense of relief from "painful suspense and much anxiety" when he failed to be nominated for the presidency by Whig Convention in Philadelphia. Also thanks her for "attentions to Dr. LeHerd[?] and his Lady" and for being a good friend. Hopes to see her again.
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