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William H. Foote letters to W.A. Carter and related papers, 1834-1884 (bulk 1834-1846)
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Title:

William H. Foote letters to W.A. Carter and related papers, 1834-1884 (bulk 1834-1846)

Creator/Contributor:

Foote, W. H. (William H.), 1778-1846, creator

Creator/Contributor:

Davis, Henry W.

Creator/Contributor:

Johnson, John, fl. 1884

Abstract:

Contains 77 letters written at Haywood, Virginia, June 12, 1834-June 12, 1846, to Foote's nephew William A. Carter. Three letters by his widow, M.M. Foote, 1847-1848, and letters by Henry W. Davis and John Johnson (n.d. and 1884), relate to the probate of his estate. The whole reflects a highly individual personality during a turbulent era in the history of the Republic.

Date:

1834 (issued)

Subject:

Foote, W. H. (William H.) -- 1778-1846 -- Archives
Virginia -- Social life and customs

Note:

William H. Foote letters to W.A. Carter and related papers, BANC MSS P-M 204, The Bancroft Library, University of California, Berkeley.
In English.

Physical Description:

print
1 box (82 items) and 1 oversize folder.

Language:

English

Origin:

California