Biddle, Richard., 08/05/1845-08/05/1845
Collection-level Scope and Content Note
A collection of 10 autograph letters, dating between 1822 and 1848, addressed to the longtime American consul in London, Col. Thomas Aspinwall. They are from several prominent Americans and Englishmen seeking Aspinwall's assistance in a variety of matters.
Dates
- 08/05/1845-08/05/1845
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Extent
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Container Summary
Contains ALS to TA from Richard Biddle (1796-1847) in Pittsburgh, to introduce "My valued friend William Crogham, Esq. [who] is about to proceed to England for the purpose of visiting his daughter, Mrs. Schenley [sp?]." Biddle was a U.S. congressman and lawyer. He was admitted to the bar in 1817, and practiced in Pittsburgh until 1827, when he went to England for 3 years. From 1837 he was a member of the U.S. House of Representatives (Whig) from Pennsylvania, until 1840 when he resigned.
Subjects and Associated Physical Materials
BIDDLE, RICHARD - CORRES. TO ASPINWALL, THOMAS (8/5/1845): Autographed Letter
ASPINWALL, THOMAS - CORRES. FROM BIDDLE, RICHARD (8/5/1845): Autographed Letter
CROGHAM, WILLIAM - REFERENCE: Autographed Letter
Repository Details
Part of the Georgetown University Manuscripts Repository
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