(James Alexander Hamilton)

Approximately 45 autograph letters signed and letters signed from various correspondents, approximately 100 pages (various sizes), various places, 1828–1871; condition varies.

Condition as described in catalogue entry.
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James Alexander Hamilton's life in public service. Alexander Hamilton's third son practiced law in Hudson, New York. He also served as a Brigade Major and Inspector in the New York Militia during the War of 1812.  In March 1829, President Andrew Jackson appointed him acting Secretary of State until the regular appointment of Martin Van Buren.  Later that same year, he was appointed U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York.

Correspondents in this collection include John Quincy Adams, Daniel Webster, Martin van Buren, John Hay, Salmon P. Chase, William Seward, J. J. Crittendon, Washington Irving, Hamilton Fish, and others.