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Letter signed David Murphy to Henry Poston stating five reasons why the election is being contested. (1 page), 1826 Sept 15

 Item — Box: 1, Folder: 3

Scope and Contents

From the Collection:

The David Murphy Papers consist of military commissions, correspondence, a typed copy of a diary of his service in Missouri and Illinois during the War of 1812, land surveys, poll registers, and documents relating to Murphy’s challenge of the election of 1826. The bulk of the papers are related to Murphy’s military service and his challenge relating to the election of 1826.

Dates

  • 1826 Sept 15

Conditions Governing Access

The collection is open for research use.

Extent

From the Collection: 0.15 Cubic Feet ( (4 folders, 2 oversize items))

Language of Materials

English

Creator

Repository Details

Part of the Missouri Historical Society Library and Research Center Repository

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