Description
This collection contains letters and
documents relating to war loans to the United States Government made by New York financier
and state senator Jacob Barker (1779-1871) in 1814 and subsequent claims by Barker about
them. Correspondents include American statesman George Washington Campbell
(1769-1848).
Background
American financier Jacob Barker (1779-1871) was born in Maine to Quaker parents. At
sixteen, Barker moved to New York City and embarked upon what was to be a tempestuous
business career; his enterprises ran the gamut in shipping, oil, the press, banking,
insurance, and the stock market. Barker served in the New York State Senate in 1815-1816 and
was one of the founders of Tammany Hall; he was a recognized political power in the
Democratic Party party.
Extent
2.4 Linear Feet
(2 boxes)
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Availability
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