Sargent, Nathan, 1794-1875; Cushing, Caleb, 1800-1879; Whig Party (U.S.);United States--Politics and government--19th century; United States--Officials and employees;
Sargent, Nathan, 1794-1875; Cushing, Caleb, 1800-1879; Van Buren, Martin, 1782-1862; Clay, Henry, 1777-1852; Whig Party (U.S.);United States--Politics and government--19th century; United States--Officials and employees; Dueling
Letter regarding Cushing's health, the likelihood of a treasury bill passing, the need for the Whigs to have grit, Martin Van Buren's decreasing popularity, and a recent duel.
Sargent, Nathan, 1794-1875; Cushing, Caleb, 1800-1879; Whig Party (U.S.);United States--Politics and government--19th century; United States--Officials and employees;
Letter discussing removals from office, and Cushing's opinion that postmasters are the tools of Amos Kendall, former editor of the Washington Globe and US Postmaster General under Andrew Jackson.