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Henry Hosford Gurley (1788-1833) was a member of the U. S. House of Representatives from Louisiana for four terms, 1823-1831. His brother, John Ward Gurley (1778-1808), served as the attorney general of the Territory of Orleans. R. R. Gurley (1797-1872) worked with anti-slavery movements and the American Colonization Society.

From the description of Gurley family papers, 1781-1887 (bulk 1805-1842). (Tulane University). WorldCat record id: 777864373

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associatedWith Claiborne, William C. C. (William Charles Cole), 1775-1817. person
associatedWith Clay, Henry, 1777-1852. person
associatedWith Gurley, Henry Hosford, 1788-1833. person
associatedWith Hamilton, Alexander, 1757-1804. person
associatedWith Harrison, William Henry, 1773-1841. person
associatedWith Livingston, Edward, 1764-1836. person
associatedWith McDonogh, John. person
associatedWith Taylor, Zachary, 1784-1850. person
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Place Name Admin Code Country
United States
Southern States
Louisiana
Baton Rouge (La.)
19th century
New Orleans (La.)
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Slavery
African Americans
Antislavery movements
Politicians
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Family

Active 1781

Active 1887

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