Pierce, Edward Lillie, 1829-1897

Supporters of President Grant removed Sumner as chairman of the Foreign Relations Committee of the Senate in 1871. Edward L. Pierce defended the reputation of Sumner after this episode became a matter of fresh historical controversy in 1877. Others involved in the controversy were Lothrop Motley, John Jay, and Hamilton Fish.

From the description of Clippings concerning Charles Sumner and President U.S. Grant : album, 1877-1878. (Harvard University). WorldCat record id: 612815430

Pierce, a lawyer, held many civil offices in Massachusetts, was active in Republican politics, and was the official biographer of Charles Sumner.

From the description of Letters from various correspondents, 1850-1895 (inclusive), 1852-1878 (bulk). (Harvard University). WorldCat record id: 122468941

From the description of Personal letters sent to Edward Lillie Pierce, 1878-1894. (Harvard University). WorldCat record id: 612818442

From the description of Letters concerning Charles Sumner sent to Edward Lillie Pierce, 1861-1873. (Harvard University). WorldCat record id: 612818377

From the description of Letters concerning Charles Sumner sent to Edward Lillie Pierce, 1874-1895. (Harvard University). WorldCat record id: 612818400

From the guide to the Letters from various correspondents, 1850-1895 (inclusive), 1852-1878 (bulk)., (Houghton Library, Harvard College Library, Harvard University)

Pierce, a lawyer, held many civil offices in Massachusetts, was active in Republican politics, and was the official biographer and executor of Charles Sumner.

From the description of Letters to E. L. Pierce from various correspondents, 1854-1897. (Harvard University). WorldCat record id: 612738307

From the guide to the Letters from various correspondents, 1854-1897., (Houghton Library, Harvard College Library, Harvard University)