Letter, 1833 April 1, New York, to General Wool [n.p.].

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Letter, 1833 April 1, New York, to General Wool [n.p.].

The purpose of his speech was to explain the Constitution in common terms. He is concerned about the nullification business. Mr. Calhoun's conduct is unaccountable.

3 p. on 1 fold. leaf. 26 cm.

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