Cameron, Simon (1799-1889) to Robert G. White
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC05891.15 Author/Creator: Cameron, Simon (1799-1889) Place Written: Harrisburg, Pennsylvania Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 29 March 1867 Pagination: 2 p. : docket ; 20.5 x 13 cm. Order a Copy
Suggests nominating General John White Geary, Union Civil War hero and Governor of Pennsylvania, for President. Cameron states he does not wish to run for President himself, but seems to desire some influence over the man who is in office. Also expects the Senate to be recalled soon by President Andrew Johnson.
Robert G. White was a district court judge in Pennsylvania.
I learn from my son that the person in charge of the telegraph line on the N.C. road "has been ordered to find a place for Miss White" and I am sure he will [], for he knows how much you [] his gratitude for []
I am inclined to believe we ought to put Genl. Geary forward as our man for the Presidency, think of that [or] I will [driving] the [] for myself. I am honest when I say I would not if I could, be President. But it may be well to concentrate our vote on some good soldier.
I believe Congress will [] today but in all probability the President will recall the Senate...
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