Blake, George, 1769-1841
Dates
- Existence: 1769 - 1841
Biography
George Blake (1769–1841), a Boston lawyer, replaced Harrison Gray Otis as U.S. district attorney of Massachusetts in 1802, and held that office until 1829. He also served as a state senator and as co-editor of the Worcester National Ægis.
Found in 5 Collections and/or Records:
Daniel Webster promissory note
Item 1
Identifier: Mss 835313
Webster Mss 835313
Date(s):
1835-05-13
Abstract
In English.
George Blake indenture of lease
Item 1
Identifier: Mss 821260
Mss 821260
Date(s):
1821-04-10
Abstract
In English.
George Blake letter
Item 1
Identifier: Mss 819252
Mss 819252
Date(s):
1819-04-02
Abstract
In English.
George Blake letter
Item 1
Identifier: Mss 825108
Webster Mss 825108
Date(s):
1825-01-08
Scope and Contents
Four-page letter from George Blake in Boston to Daniel Webster in Washington with reminiscences about Jefferson. Mentions Bonaparte, the Declaration of Independence, Pickering, Mrs Webster and mutual friends.
George Blake letter
Item 1
Identifier: Mss 813407
Mss 813407
Date(s):
1813-07-07
Scope and Contents
Letter from George Blake in Boston to William Rawson in Boston. Blake stated that partied to a bond for the Schooner Emily should not be held delinquent because a question of law involving cargo duties is pending in customs court.