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1818 Feb

Folder 42

 File — Folder: 42
Identifier: Folder 42

Scope and Contents

Four letters, from Benjamin Tallmadge to John Paine Cushman. The letters discuss political figures and news, including his dislike of the idea of pay attached to the brevet rank, his disappointment that Revolutionary War veterans have not received sufficient monetary compensation, and his hope for the passage of a national bankruptcy law. Tallmadge also mentions his and his wife's recent attack of influenza.

Dates

  • created: 1776-1856

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

This collection is open for research.

Extent

From the Collection: 2.08 Linear Feet

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Repository Details

Part of the Litchfield Historical Society Repository

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