Jackson and Decatur handbill, 1828

Collection Name:

Ephemera Collection - Politics, 1800-1849

Title:

Jackson and Decatur handbill, 1828

Creator:

unidentified

Creator Role:

Printer

Accession / Call Number:

2024.036

Object ID:

2024.036

Date:

1828

Type of Material:

textual record

Physical Description:

1 document ; 9.625" x 8"

Language:

English

Scope and Content:

Document titled "JACKSON AND DECATUR." consisting of an introductory note signed "Ken. Argus." and two letters from Susan Decatur and John P. Decatur. The document defends Andrew Jackson from a false story in circulation last year regarding Jackson's conduct in the senate during proceedings of the Seminole war and his conduct towards Mr. Eppes. The letters from Susan Decatur, dated January 22, 1828, and John P. Decatur, dated October 3, 1828, both defend Jackson against these misrepresentations and attacks on his character.

Subjects:

Politics and government , Legislators , Politicians

Locations:

Portsmouth, NH

People:

Jackson, Andrew, 1767-1845 , Decatur, Susan Wheeler, 1776-1860 , Decatur, John P., 1786-1832

Terms of Use:

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Credit Line:

New Hampshire Historical Society purchase.

Restrictions:

Available for research.

Level Description:

Item