Huntington, Samuel (1731-1796) [Speech to the Connecticut Legislature]
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC00294 Author/Creator: Huntington, Samuel (1731-1796) Place Written: [Hartford?] Type: Autograph manuscript signed Date: October 13, 1792 Pagination: 4 p. : docket ; 32.5 x 20 cm. Order a Copy
Addressed to "Gentlemen of the Council: Mr. Speaker; and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives." Begins by mentioning the tranquil state of public affairs in the state. Addresses the issue of improving manufacturing and agriculture. Briefly mentions taxes and other issues pertinent to the state. With corrections.
Samuel Huntington was a delegate to the Continental Congress from Connecticut and a signer of the Declaration of Independence. He was governor of Connecticut at the time of this speech and served from 1786 until his death.
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