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Denver, James William, 1817-1892. James William Denver papers, 1832-1925, (bulk 1832-1892)

Title: James William Denver papers, 1832-1925, (bulk 1832-1892)

Consists of personal, political, business and family correspondence of James William Denver and his family. Topics reflect the political focus of Denver and his family, with speculation about political success, discussion of the nuts and bolts of politicking, and the ethical foundations of Denver's democratic beliefs. Correspondents include William McKendree Gwin, Thomas A. Hendricks, and members of the Democratic Party and other California, Ohio, and national political figures. Topics reflecting his Washington DC based legal practice are claims against the government such as Civil War claims, tax litigation, especially the cotton tax, and other cases from around the United States. Denver's ongoing involvement with Mexican War veterans and the military in general is reflected in other letters. Family correspondence reflects current affairs, as well as conveying regular news from home and includes letters from Denver's siblings, between him and his wife Louise and their children.

ArchivalResource: 7 boxes, 2 oversize folders (2.4 linear ft.)

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/40479204 View

Rombach, Eliza. Eliza [Rombach] letter : Coloma, Calif., to [Louise Rombach Denver], Sacramento [City], Calif. : ALS, 1861 June 1.

Title: Eliza [Rombach] letter : Coloma, Calif., to [Louise Rombach Denver], Sacramento [City], Calif. : ALS, 1861 June 1.

Letter from Eliza to her sister, Lou, mostly discussing the Denvers' upcoming move to Wilmington, Ohio. She is sorry that she is unable to come visit once more due to her poor health and that their mother regrets not seeing the baby. She also describes an encounter with the Denvers' friend, Mr. Sparks, as well as her recent health troubles and the weather.

ArchivalResource: 4 p.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/48928794 View