G.W. Pierce on political appointment, Portland, 1835

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George W. Pierce, a Portland lawyer who was active in Democratic politics, wrote a private note to his brother Josiah, Maine Senate President, providing information about a move by Jonathan Cilley, Speaker of the Maine House of Representatives, to defeat George Pierce's desired appointment as Court Reporter.

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  • Title: G.W. Pierce on political appointment, Portland, 1835
  • Creator: George W. Pierce
  • Creation Date: 1835-02-07
  • Subject Date: 1835
  • Location: Portland, Cumberland County, ME
  • Media: Ink on paper
  • Local Code: Coll. 4210
  • Collection: Pierce family collection
  • Object Type: Text

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