Willie Person Mangum letters, 1842, 1844.

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Willie Person Mangum letters, 1842, 1844.

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Letters to Colonel James Watson Webb, editor of the New York COURIER AND ENQUIRER, discuss national politics, in particular the conflicts between the Whig factions in Congress, led by Henry Clay and President John Tyler. Letters also discuss the disputed tariff bill of 1842 and support for Henry Clay as a presidential candidate.

3 letters.

Louisiana State University, LSU Libraries

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Louisiana State University, LSU Libraries

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