ALS, 1843 July 24, Washington, Texas, to Andrew Jackson.

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ALS, 1843 July 24, Washington, Texas, to Andrew Jackson.

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Asks for Jackson's help in collecting a debt; tells how the general disorder in Texas and the weakness of its government have kept him busy ever since he became president; tells of the birth of his son.

1 item (3 p.) ; 29 cm.

Rosenbach Museum & Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 6791879

Rosenbach Museum & Library

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