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COVER OF THE MONTH March 2010
Natchaug, Ct
This letter is not for sale.
Only One Known This letter is interesting in that it is the only one known, a postmasters free frank and interesting political content.
The Natchaug post office was established October 28, 1836, with Elias Sharpe as the first and probably only postmaster. It was discontinued February 26, 1838. This letter is addressed to Congressman Elishah Haley and was mailed from Natchaug, Ct, November 26, 1836. Slavery was a very important issue during the 1830's and Mr. Sharpe wrote to Congressman Haley wanting to know if "Congress can constitutionally abolish slavery." It would be interesting to know what Congressman Haley wrote to Mr Sharpe. As far as I kow, this is the only reported example. |
