Samuel Shepard letter
Description
Twenty-six items from Samuel Shepard describing his life in Kentucky and Ohio; numerous references to religious and political issues, particulary burr conspiracy, presidential election of 1828, second great awakening (1802-03); references to friendship with Henry Clay and Richard M. Johnson. Genealogical references in letter to parents and to Amasa Sargent of Hanover, N.H.
Dates
- 1799 - 1835
Creator
- Shepard, Samuel, 1765- (Author, Person)
Language of Materials
In English.
Conditions Governing Access
Unrestricted
Conditions Governing Use
Copyright on this material has not been evaluated. You are free to use this material in any way that is permitted by copyright that applies to your use.
Extent
.01 linear ft. (1 envelope)
General
Watercolor of Shepard, one leaf from a journal (perhaps Sargent's), and letter of Harold G.Rugg concerning acquisition of the collection accompany letters.
General
Adams, John Quincy, Pres. U.S. 1767-1848, Burr, Aaron, 1756-1838, Johnson, Richard Mentor, 1781-1850, Clay, Henry, 1777-1852, Jackson, Andrew, Pres. U.S. 1767-1845, Shepard family - Genealogy, President - United States - History - 1801-1809 - Sources, Baptists - Kentucky - History - Sources, Kentucky - Politics and governmane - 1792-1865, Sargent, Amasa 1770-1868.
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