ALS, 1814 July 21, Washington, to unknown.

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ALS, 1814 July 21, Washington, to unknown.

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Gerry writes to a dissident within the government. "To vote is one thing, but it is quite another story, to be open in opposition. There seems to be an obligation of decency & consistency, if not of honor, to be neutral at least whilst you cannot be an advocate for the government; & previously to hostilities, to relinquish the office."

3 p. ; 22.5 x 20 cm.

Copley Press, J S Copley Library

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Copley Press, J S Copley Library

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