Papers, 1857-1880.

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Papers, 1857-1880.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/32583965

The collection consists primarily of three diaries, 1857, 1872, and 1875, kept by Matilda Hamilton (1817-1875) of Spotsylvania County, Va. Hamilton notes her daily routines and the visits of family members and friends. Included is a description of President James Buchanan's inauguration.

5 v.

Virginia Historical Society Library

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Virginia Historical Society Library

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Hamilton family.

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Buchanan, James, 1791-1868

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Epithet: US President British Library Archives and Manuscripts Catalogue : Person : Description : ark:/81055/vdc_100000000471.0x000128 James Buchanan, Jr. (1791-1868) was the 15th President of the United States, serving from 1857–1861. Prior to his presidency, Buchanan represented Pennsylvania in the House of Representatives and later the Senate, and served as Secretary of State under President James K. Polk (1845-1849). Source : About the White Hous...

Hamilton, Matilda, 1817-1875.

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