Members of the General Court, 1798-1799 Digital
Scope and Contents
Notebook with paper cover containing a handwritten list of the members of the Massachusetts General Court arranged by county and town. Pearson identified characteristics of the politicians including whether they were chosen by the people or Legislature, were for or against the College, were for or against the Virginia Resolutions, and whether they were "a good Federalist."
Dates
- Creation: 1798-1799
Researcher Access
The Papers of Eliphalet Pearson are open for research.
Extent
.13 cubic feet (13 folders)Creator
- From the Collection: Pearson, Eliphalet, 1752-1826 (Person)
Repository Details
Part of the Harvard University Archives Repository
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