Buchanan, James, 1791-1868
Dates
- Existence: 1791 - 1868
biographical statement
Citation:
His Mr. Buchanan’s administration on the eve of Rebellion, 1866Wikipedia, Dec. 8, 2011: James Buchanan page (James Buchanan; b. Apr. 23, 1791 in Mercersburg, Pa.; d. June 1, 1868 in Lancester, Pa.; president of the United States, 1857-1861)
Found in 1 Collection or Record:
Eunice P. Houche letter
Handwritten and signed letter. The letter primarily contains affectionate greetings and personal family matters. Houche gossips about the local gentry, especially Erastus S. ("Doc") Holden, organizer of the Holden Drug Company and the mayor of Stockton. Houche also mentions particulars about President Buchanan's popularity in her area and the gubernatorial race in California.