WHEATLAND, NEAR LANCASTER, September 9, 1850.
MY DEAR SIR—In examining the proceedings of the Senate on Thursday last,
I find that they have passed resolutions in favor of the claim of the Cherokee
Indians. I have always believed this to be just; but I should not take the
liberty of addressing you upon the subject, were not a lady in question.
Colonel S., who has passed years in advocating this claim to the neglect of
other business, has a wife near Lancaster, in whom all her friends feel much
interest, and she is in truth an excellent woman, whom I desire greatly to
oblige. Colonel S.'s personal property is now under execution, and she informs
me that he relies for relief upon the compensation he is to receive from the
Cherokees for his services. If therefore you believe the claim to be just, I
should esteem it a personal favor, if you would exert your well-deserved
influence in the Senate to have it passed.
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I have been very much gratified with the very high standing which you
have deservedly acquired in the Senate and throughout the country, during the
present session. You have no friend who more sincerely rejoices in your rapidly
extending reputation, than
I should be very happy indeed, if you would pay me a visit on your return
to New York. You might rely on a hearty welcome-and good cheer.
SOURCE: John R. Dickinson, Editor, Speeches, Correspondence,
Etc., of the Late Daniel S. Dickinson of New York, Vol. 2, p. 448
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