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Clayton, John M. (John Middleton), 1796-1856

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1855-08-09

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Letter expressing Clayton's concern over growing sectionalism, and his belief that the Compromise of 1850 only worsened matters. Clayton also references the events known as _Bleeding Kansas_, and notes an opinion that several states may secede.

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Nathan Sargent papers, (RHC-44)