Henry Clay letter, 1844.

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Henry Clay letter, 1844.

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The collection consists of one letter from Henry Clay to Lord Ashburton in London, dated Ashland, July 16, 1844. The letter concerns introducing Richard H. Chinn to his Lordship. The letter was never delivered in London because of Mr. Chinn's death.

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Clay, Henry, 1777-1852

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Henry Clay Sr. (April 12, 1777 – June 29, 1852) was an American attorney and statesman who represented Kentucky in both the Senate and House. He was the seventh House speaker and the ninth secretary of state. He received electoral votes for president in the 1824, 1832, and 1844 presidential elections. He also helped found both the National Republican Party and the Whig Party. For his role in defusing sectional crises, he earned the appellation of the "Great Compromiser" and was part of the "Grea...

Chinn, R. H. (Richard H.)

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Ashburton, Alexander Baring, Baron, 1774-1848

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British financier and statesman. From the description of Transfer of stock, 1802, Oct. 7. (Duke University Library). WorldCat record id: 18664351 Banker. From the description of Alexander Baring, Baron Ashburton, papers, 1810-1843. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 79454435 ...