Robert E. Scott to George Washington Lewis, 2 letters, 1852 April 17 and 1855 April 25
Scope and Contents
The Virginia Whig state convention has just come to its conclusion, with Mr. Fillmore as the first choice of the majority instead of General Winfield Scott who had not come out in favor of “the Compromise.” The writer is afraid of a possible break with the northern branch of the Whig party due to their agitation against enslavement and support of “free soil.” (April 17, 1852); George Washington Lewis responds that he has been very busy with his court duties but has read and approves of all the resolutions. Lewis also hopes that the North will be “compelled to execute the fugitive slave law faithfully and energetically” and opposes any movement of the Virginia Whigs to unite with the Democrats (1852 May 7).
Dates
- Creation: 1852 April 17 and 1855 April 25
Creator
- From the Collection: Lewis, George Washington, 1804-1879 (Person)
Extent
1 folder(s)
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Repository Details
Part of the Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library Repository
Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library
P.O. Box 400110
University of Virginia
Charlottesville Virginia 22904-4110 United States