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1835 December 28 . H. P[omroy?] ALS to "Parents" [Eleaser Pomroy]; Natchez, [Mississippi].

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Abstract:
Notes Natchez's mild weather, tourists, and local alarm about potential rebellions from enslaved people. "... the people are at present somewhat alarmed about negro insurrections, and keep a regular guard every night. This is the time when the plots which were brought last summer were to have taken place, one negro was shot dead night before last, for undertaking to elude the patrols." Briefly remarks on business, cotton, and commercial failures in New Orleans. Comments on President Andrew Jackson's recent remarks, expectations for a war with France, and beliefs that it would hit New Orleans especially hard. Describes Pomroy's employment in a commercial business. Notes an acquaintance's health troubles and the recent death of Colonel Trusk.
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Collection

African American and African Diaspora collection, 1729-1970 (majority within 1781-1865)
Total components 346
Items available online Online 252
Last indexed 2024-08-05