Abel Parker Upshur (1791-1844) Washington. D.C. to Nathaniel Beverley Tucker, Williamsburg, Virginia, 1841

Containers:
Box 50, Folder 4
Scope and content:

Has arrived in Washington and started his new office. Position has no charms. Discusses Tyler's chances of re-election and party politics. Wants Tyler to establish his administation on States Right's principle. Will present Tucker's scheme and claims. Has six purchasers for land but leaves it in Tucker's hands. Self has been called author of Partisan Leader. Perhaps can give his friends appointments. Asks him not to mention that self swore to commission before he ceased to act as judge..

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