Gerrit Smith papers, 1831-1874.

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Gerrit Smith papers, 1831-1874.

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The collection consists of papers of Gerrit Smith from 1831-1874. The correspondence documents Smith's concern with the temperance and abolition movements, the Liberty Party, his theory of compensation for slave owners, and his antipathy to land monopoly. Also included in the collection are broadsides and printed circulars.

16 items.

Atlanta University Center, Robert W. Woodruff Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 7404441

Atlanta University Center, Robert W. Woodruff Library

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Smith, Gerrit, 1797-1874

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Congressman, philanthropist, reformer. From the description of Letter, 1840 May 16. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 122379141 Gerrit Smith resided in Peterboro (N.H.?) at the time of these writings and was a strong supporter of emancipation and African American rights. Upon his death the African American citizens of Buffalo paid him a formal tribute. From the description of Letters and broadsides, 1868-1871. (Buffalo History Museum). WorldCat record id: 34178334 ...

Liberty Party (U.S.)

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