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James Buchanan, Senate Chamber, Washington, D.C., letter to Charles Pascall :
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Writing as a senator, Buchanan reports that he was unable to secure the appointment of M.R. Kintzing as a lieutenant in the Marine Corps.
mssHM 23136
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Buchanan writes as a congressman regarding political parties, Andrew Jackson's presidential prospects. He also discusses a pending bill that would prohibit importation of certain woolen articles, which he plans to vote against unless amended, and expresses opinions on trade and tariffs. Letter includes addressed cover with franking signature.
mssHM 23071
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Letter primarily concerns reports received from Mexico during the Mexican-American War, and speculates on the whereabous of General Scott and the condition of the army. Buchanan also mentions Harriet, presumably his niece Harriet Lane, who appears to be staying with Walker's family.
mssHM 4710
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Buchanan writing as Secretary of State reports that Mr. Robira (presumably Jose Rovira, a representative of the Republic of Yucatan) is now here, requests Walker send his order.
mssHM 39929
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In a letter presumably about the 1856 presidential election, Buchanan mentions a visit to his home by George Humes; he also mentions his prospects in several Pennsylvania counties and the states of Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin.
mssHM 24702
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In this letter to President Buchanan, John E. Wool conveys his support for General Joel Palmer, calling him "honest and faithful in the discharge of all his duties." Wool goes on to say that Palmer carried out "to the fullest extent the humane policy of the Government so liberally manifested towards the Indians" in Oregon, and recommends that Palmer be reinstated to his former position of Superintendent of Indian Affairs.
mssHM 19367