Davis, John, Gov., 1787-1854
Dates
- Existence: 1787 - 1854
Biography
John Davis (January 13, 1787 – April 19, 1854) was an American lawyer, businessman and politician from Massachusetts. He spent 25 years in public service, serving in both houses of the United States Congress and for three non-consecutive years as Governor of Massachusetts.
Found in 3 Collections and/or Records:
Daniel Webster letter
Collection
Identifier: Mss 847140
Webster Mss 847140
Date(s):
1847-01
Abstract
In English.
Daniel Webster letter
Collection
Identifier: Mss 842266
Webster Mss 842266
Date(s):
1842-04-16
Scope and Contents
Three-page letter from Daniel Webster in Washington to Governor Davis in Boston, Massachusetts in which he comments on Gov. Davis' recent Resolves and discusses current legislation concerning Maine and Massachusetts and speaks of a boundary issue.
John Davis letter
Collection
Identifier: Mss 846171
Mss 846171
Date(s):
1846-02-21
Abstract
In English.