Letter : American Anti-Slavery Society, 1838 July 4.

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Letter : American Anti-Slavery Society, 1838 July 4.

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A letter written by members of the American Anti-Slavery Society Executive Committee, persuading supporters of the abolitionist cause to vote for any political candidate, regardless of political party, who would support and aid their anti-slavery cause. The letter also discourages making any attempt to form a new political party centered around the abolitionist movement, as it would be detrimental to their cause.

1 letter (4 p.) ; 8 x 12 3/4 in. + one typescripft of the letter.

Harold B. Lee Library

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