William Campbell Preston, Washington, D.C. to Nathaniel Beverley Tucker, Williamsburg, Virginia, 1840

Containers:
Box 48, Folder 14
Scope and content:

Calhoun's actions are not sane, are pitiable and laughable.In Charleston in March, 1837, he criticized Van Buren, now he approves him. Hunter the speaker is under the control of Calhoun. In executive debt. Calhoun controls Benton is not asleep but is preparing for contest. Approves printed pieces Tucker sent. Madison papers will be published and focus interest on principles of government. Book will be out soon.

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