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Samuel Lewis Casey (1821-1902) to George Washington Lewis, 1856 January 31

 File — Box: 1, Folder: 12

Scope and Contents

Agrees with the apprehensive assessment of Lewis about the state of domestic relations in the United States and abroad but fears the worst situation is at home. He points to the “spring occurrences in Kansas” and fears that the consequences will be dire. He also believes that “the North will send men, money and arms” to Kansas to promote a “bloody collision.” Casey writes that he believes that the Martin Van Buren platform of 1848 laid the groundwork for the current state of things, interrupted briefly by the Compromise of 1850-1851. He believes that the only ones to benefit from the “Know Nothing” party will be the “Black Republicans.” He closes with personal regards and news.

Dates

  • Creation: 1856 January 31

Creator

Extent

1 folder(s)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Repository Details

Part of the Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library Repository

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