William L. Giberson letters, 1848-1849.

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William L. Giberson letters, 1848-1849.

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Letters dated August 1848, 24 October 1848, and 22 October 1849 from sea captain William Giberson in Mobile, Alabama to Samuel Mairs in Trenton, New Jersey. In the 1848 letters Giberson discusses the upcoming presidential election. He writes that he is "glad you are satisfied with the nomination of General Taylor," and that "it is the best could be done for the interest of the Whigs." On 24 Oct. 1848 he wrties that "the election is near at hand and the Taylor men here are in good spirits." He writes that there are quite a few "locoes" in Mobile that support Taylor, but "they only vote for him because of appearance." In addition, Giberson discusses his business interests and expresses an interest in "the ladies." In a 22 Oct. 1849 letter he writes "I have a fine opportunity to get acquainted with the Ladies of this place and New Orleans." He also encourages Mairs to "look after the wants of the Ladies." In closing this letter Giberson refers to Mairs as "old Beesewax." In general, the letters are very informal and colorful.

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