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William H. Polk Letter

 Collection
Identifier: MS-1977
Abstract

This collection consists of a single letter written by William H. Polk on 17 May 1843 regarding the prospects of his party in the upcoming election. The letter, which is marked private, was written from Columbia. In it, Polk discusses the results of canvassing in Western and Middle Tennessee. He predicts that his party will gain three to seven members in the Legislature in the western counties and surpass the Whig Party in Middle Tennessee.

Dates: 1843 May 17

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  • Subject: Tennessee -- Politics and government. X
  • Subject: Whig Party (Tenn.). X
  • Subject: Elections -- Tennessee. X