John G. Pratt letter, 1847 May 1.

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John G. Pratt letter, 1847 May 1.

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The letter discusses the settlement of a New Orleans civil suit, and the funds received by John G. Pratt on behalf of James Abrahams. Pratt states he is awaiting Abrahams' instructions. Pratt also mentions Gen. Winfield Scott's victory in Mexico and the rising price of cotton.

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Scott, Winfield, 1786-1866

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Winfield Scott (June 13, 1786 – May 29, 1866) was an American military commander and political candidate. He served as a general in the United States Army from 1814 to 1861, taking part in the War of 1812, the Mexican–American War, the early stages of the American Civil War, and various conflicts with Native Americans. Scott was the Whig Party's presidential nominee in the 1852 presidential election, but was defeated by Democrat Franklin Pierce. He was known as Old Fuss and Feathers for his insi...

Pratt, John Galbraith, 1816-1866

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Abrahams, James

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