Gadsden, James, 1788-1858 to John Cripps

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GLC#
GLC03587.07-View header record
Type
Letters
Date
6 January 1854
Author/Creator
Gadsden, James, 1788-1858
Title
to John Cripps
Place Written
Washington, District of Columbia
Pagination
4 p. : address ; Height: 25.4 cm, Width: 20 cm
Primary time period
National Expansion and Reform, 1815-1860
Sub-Era
Age of Jackson

Writes to his Secretary regarding an upcoming reception at which he does not want to be present. Forwards a letter from J.B. Crocket of San Francisco (not included) who he wants Cripps to assist in deciphering a grant. Is still awaiting the notes from a conference Cripps was to send and explains that he may need to "make war" with Ward, using the notes as leverage. Mentions an upcoming interview with President Pierce and is concerned about his silence on the breach of trust, the center of which Gadsden believes is Ward and his cohorts. Promises that he and his treaty "will stand erect" throughout this ordeal. Wax seal intact. Postmarked 5 February, Washington, D.C. Imprint in upper left corner depicts a capitol building.

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