Governor Abraham Rencher papers, 1858-1861.

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Governor Abraham Rencher papers, 1858-1861.

Summary: Collection consists of official papers of Governor Rencher: documents concerning the supplying of New Mexican militia companies during Rencher's administration. These items are the only extant records in official custody.

.25 linear feet.

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SNAC Resource ID: 7397245

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Rencher, Abraham, 1798-1883

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Rencher was a lawyer, Governor of the New Mexico Territory, 1857-1861, U.S. minister to Portugal, and U.S. Representative from North Carolina. From the description of Abraham Rencher papers, 1784-1883 (bulk 1836-1861) [manuscript]. WorldCat record id: 23765332 Abraham Rencher, graduate of the University of North Carolina, practiced law in Pittsboro, N.C., served as a Democrat in the House of Representatives, 1829-1839 and 1841-1843; U.S. charge d'affaires in Portugal, 1843-1...

New Mexico. Governor (1857-1861 : Rencher)

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Rencher was appointed Governor in 1857 and was replaced in 1861 when President Lincoln chose not to reappoint him. Rencher served as a North Carolina congressman and United States minister to Portugal before becoming Governor of New Mexico. From the description of Governor Abraham Rencher papers, 1858-1861. (Santa Fe Public Library). WorldCat record id: 37842122 From the guide to the Governor Abraham Rencher Papers, 1858-1861, (New Mexico State Records Center and Archives) ...