Clay, Henry, 1777-1852 to James E. Harvey

GLC04352.01

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GLC#
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Type
Letters
Date
1848/04/18
Author/Creator
Clay, Henry, 1777-1852
Title
to James E. Harvey
Place Written
Ashland, Kentucky
Pagination
2 p. : address ; Height: 25 cm, Width: 20 cm
Primary time period
National Expansion and Reform, 1815-1860
Sub-Era
Age of Jackson

Confidentially discusses his candidacy for president in the election of 1848 and his prospects for gaining votes from certain states. Gives a detailed explanation of his calculation of potential votes, should he receive the nomination from the Whigs. Mentions comments people have made about him. Address leaf is in Clay's hand.

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