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7 May 1820
Sampson, Zabdiel, 1781-1828
to Aaron Hobart
Thanks Hobart for asking Mr. Morton "to use his influence in securing for me the office of collector of the district of Plymouth."
GLC06313.04.077
5 July 1820
Hobart, Elihu, 1785-1842
Informs his brother that he has written to Dr. Macombu to request a loan. Discusses some other financial matters.
GLC06313.04.078
29 June 1820
Mentions that the federalists are trying to appoint Frank Le Barron for Collector of the District of Plymouth. Also mentions that it would be of great help if Hobart wrote a letter to the Secretary and permitted Sampson's friends, Albert Smith and...
GLC06313.04.079
7 October 1820
Mentions that he has heard that Hobart is concerned with manufactories, especially because the merchants will not vote for Hobart in an upcoming election. Requests Hobart's confirmation or denial of this rumor, because he fears he may be being...
GLC06313.04.080
20 October 1820
Informs Hobart of the votes of Bridgewater, Halifax, Kingston, Duxbury and Rochester. Mentions that Aaron will be elected to congress if the votes of the other towns (not heard of yet) are similar to these votes.
GLC06313.04.081
23 October 1820
Informs Hobart of the votes of Middleboro and Carver. Addresses him with pleasure as "Member of Congress elect," because based on the information received so far, Hobart has the majority votes over his opponent, William Baylies.
GLC06313.04.082
7 November 1820
Sends Hobart the vote tally of several Massachusetts towns and mentions "by the votes below you will see your election as member of the 17th Cong. is certain."
GLC06313.04.083
29 November 1820
Wood, Alexander, 1796-1867
Asks for Hobart's opinion on whether it would be possible to have another attorney fill Zabdiel Samson's place (implying himself). Also, asks if he could come and work in Hobart's office.
GLC06313.04.084
Smith, Albert, 1793-1867
Mentions that all is well in Hanover and wishes Hobart well. Indicates that people have asked about Hobart on business matters. Asks him to "communicate to me freely on the concerns of the nation."
GLC06313.04.085
18 December 1820
Collamore, Nathaniel, 1787-?
Discusses how and when the local mail should be delivered in detail. Also, states how the mail should be carried and asks him to persuade the Post Master General to make sure "to have the mail twice a week brought within Our town."
GLC06313.04.086
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