Letter from William Hunt to James McDowell Regarding the Sale of *American Biography*, June 24, 1848


A broadside letter dated June 24, 1848, from William Hunt, author of *American Biography*, to Congressman James McDowell. Hunt solicits McDowell's purchase of copies of his book and mentions J. N. Cardozo as a reference. Hunt is identified as the publisher of the *Evening News*, Charleston, South Carolina. The letter was sent from Washington, D.C., to Albany, New York.


Associated People/Businesses

  • McDowell, James, 1795-1851
  • Hunt, William
  • Cardozo, J. N.

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Physical Location

Arc.MS.56, Box 8, Folder 6