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 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.
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.