Alexander Clinton letters to James Clinton, 1785.

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Alexander Clinton letters to James Clinton, 1785.

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Two autograph letters, signed, from Alexander Clinton to his father James Clinton, dated New York, February 4 and February 28, 1785, describing his work and living situation and giving news of his brothers DeWitt and Charles. Letters also refer to a Major Gregg, a Major Moffatt, and the Council of Revision.

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Clinton, DeWitt, 1769-1828

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DeWitt Clinton (March 2, 1769 – February 11, 1828) was an American politician and naturalist who served as a United States Senator, Mayor of New York City and sixth Governor of New York. In this last capacity, he was largely responsible for the construction of the Erie Canal. Clinton was a major candidate for the American presidency in the election of 1812, challenging incumbent James Madison. A nephew of long-time New York Governor George Clinton, DeWitt Clinton served as his uncle's secreta...

Clinton, James, 1736-1812

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American soldier; father of DeWitt Clinton. From the description of Autograph letter signed : "Camp Cannajoharie Creek", to Henry Glen in Schenectady, 1779 June 30. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 270904334 From the description of Autograph letter signed : White Plains, to his wife, 1778 Aug. 20. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 270904336 Revolutionary War General, brother of Governor George Clinton. From the description of Letter, 1800 February 14. (Unknow...

Clinton, Charles, 1767-1821

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New York (State). Council of Revision

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New York State council composed of the governor, chancellor, and members of the Supreme Court. The council sat to revise all bills about to be passed into laws by the Legislature. Created 1777 and abolished 1822. From the description of Minutes, 1778 Jan. 28-1794 Mar 27. (New York University). WorldCat record id: 58771743 ...

Clinton, Alexander, 1765-1787

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Alexander Clinton was the eldest son of General James Clinton, and brother of Charles Clinton, DeWitt Clinton, and George Clinton, Jr. He served as officer in the Continental Army, and drowned in 1787. From the description of Alexander Clinton letters to James Clinton, 1785. (New-York Historical Society Library). WorldCat record id: 706462926 ...