Item 108: Autograph from Thomas H[art]. Benton, no date
Item — Box: 11, Folder: 108
Dates
- Created: no date
Creator
- Benton, Thomas Hart, 1872-1858 (Person)
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Extent
1 items
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Type of Material:
Autograph
Condition Note:
Fair.
Measurements:
4 7/16 in. x 1 ½ in.
Description:
An autograph from Thomas Hart Benton. Benton, born in North Carolina in 1782, was an attorney, soldier, and politician. He was a longtime U.S. Senator from Missouri serving five terms. Benton was a member of the Democratic party and was in support of U.S. westward expansion. Towards the end of his time in the Senate, Benton declared himself against the institution of slavery. This would put him against the popular opinion in his state and against his political party.
Transcription:
Free. Thomas H. Benton.
U. S. Senate.
Creator
- Benton, Thomas Hart, 1872-1858 (Person)
Repository Details
Part of the Wilkes University Archives Repository
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84 W South St.
Wilkes-Barre PA 18701 US
570-408-2000
570-408-7823 (Fax)
ask.archives@wilkes.edu