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1813 September 6 . E[lbridge] Gerry ALS to [Henry] Clay; Cambridge, Massachusetts.

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Abstract:
Enclosing Major General Heath's letter of introduction for Charles Bosson. Gerry explains that Charles is travelling west with the intention of possibly establishing himself. In addition to the good opinion of Bosson offered by Heath, he sought the opinions of others and can confirm that all hold positive opinions of him. Gerry states that he believes Bosson will make a good member of whichever State he chooses and requests Clay's "advice in aid of his pursuits, & recommendations of him to any of your friends for promotion of his objects." A manuscript note by William Bosson (1806-1887) supplies background to Gerry's governorship in Massachusetts and the relationship between Gerry and the term "Gerrymandering."
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