Stephens, Alexander H. (Alexander Hamilton)
Person
Dates
- Existence: 1812 - 1883
Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:
Charles Edgeworth Jones congressional autograph journal
Collection
Identifier: W-0128
Abstract
Autograph book containing signatures of representatives who served as members of the 28th United States Congress during the 1844-1845 legislative session.
Dates:
1844 - 1845
Zadock Jackson to Alexander H. Stephens Letter
Collection
Identifier: MSS-4737
Scope and Contents
The letter from Zadock Jackson, dated September 4, 1843, to Alexander Stephens, discusses local political tensions in Palmyra, Georgia, particularly involving the Janes family. Jackson expresses frustration with the Janes, accusing them of attempting to dominate local politics, specifically in the race for Sheriff. He details a conversation with Bill Janes, who had accepted the position of Deputy Sheriff but expressed reluctance to run for Sheriff unless certain political conditions were...
Dates:
1843 September 9