John Chambers papers.

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John Chambers papers.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/164925605

This collection consists of a 2 page biography, a holographic letter written by Chambers (1842), 2 photostat copies of the letter and correspondence between the repository's curator and the collection's donor.

13 p. in one folder

State Historical Society of Iowa, Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 6908047

State Historical Society of Iowa, Library

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Chambers, John, 1780-1852

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John Chambers was a member of the Whig party and served as a representative from Kentucky in the 24th and 25th Congresses. He was appointed governor of the Iowa Territory by President Harrison in 1841 and re-appointed by President Tyler in 1844. In 1849 he was appointed commissioner to negotiate a treaty with the Sioux Indians. From the description of John Chambers papers. (State Historical Society of Iowa, Library). WorldCat record id: 164925605 John Chambers was appointed ...