Letter describing the recent debate over the reorganization of Kansas, the Fugitive Slave Law, and a vote on the unconstitutionality of the Compromise of 1850.

Primarily illegible letter regarding electoral politics.

Letter regarding an invoice that was previously enclosed.

Copies of two letters written to and regarding Nathan Sargent. The first, written by Sen. Willie Mangum to Nathan Sargent, describes his attempt to see the Vice President after Sargent is rejected by the Senate. The second, written by Sen. Thomas…

Black and white photograph of trees and fields with the town of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania in the background.

Black and white photograph of a truck parked on a dirt road on the side of a mountain. Two people are leaning against the stone wall, looking out at the countryside below. A crew of seven men are clearing a rockslide covering part of the road.

Black and white photograph of a town on in the Blue Ridge Mountains, overlooking countryside. In the midground, a building with a sign reading "Nathans" is visible.

Letter informing Sargent that it may be possible to recommend him to a committee. Sergeant also expresses his opinion that William Henry Harrison will be the best opponent for Martin Van Buren in the Presidential election.

Letter expressing Sergeant's desire to serve Sargent.

Letter expressing support of Sargent's appointment as Sergeant-at-Arms of the House of Representatives, and discussing the upcoming presidential election in 1850.

Orders from the Navy Department for Surgeon Albert Schriver to report for temporary duty in Philadelphia.

Letter regarding recent correspondence with Edward Everett.