Autobiography of William H. Seward from 1801 to 1834 (Volume 1); 1831-1846 (Paperback)

This historic book may have numerous typos, missing text, images, or index. Purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. 1877. Not illustrated. Excerpt: ... In September the Whig State Convention was held, which resulted in his nomination as the Whig candidate for Governor. In a note to Mrs. Seward he said: SepUmber 19/A. To-night a meeting is held at the Exchange to respond. It is said to be a large one, and to embrace all who have been dissatisfied. "Weed has sent me another long letter written in good spirits, in which he says that Root writes to him that "the nomination of one of the finest fellows in the State will revive Antimasonry and ruin everything." Hallet and Myron Holley warmly praise the nomination. A large meeting was to be held last evening at Masonic Hall, New York; Gulian C. Verplanck was to preside. The Keic York American has a generous and handsome article. The Argus is yet silent. The Sew York Times says, " Our candidate is twentysix, has red hair, and a long nose." "Our candidate " has received notice that a formal invitation will be presented to him inviting him to go to Syracuse and be introduced to the Young Men's "Whig Convention, and of course make a speech. He has decided that it will not be wise to attend, and of course, if his views are consulted, the invitation will not be given. This letter brings the story of his life to the period when his autobiography closes. The two pictures thus given of his legislative experience in Albany are not without their value, for the opportunity they offer of comparing his opinions at the outset of his political career with those of the closing hours of his life. That the one should have a tone of youthful buoyancy, and the other of graver thought, is natural. That there should be no contradiction in regard to facts, theories, or principles, is the more remarkable when it is remembered that the letters and the autobiography were never compared...