Eli B. Hamilton letter to James Fowler, 1824 January 27

Creator	Hamilton, Eli B.
Recipient	Fowler, James, 1789-1873
Title	Eli B. Hamilton letter to James Fowler, 1824 January 27
Dates	1824-01-27
Abstract	Eli B. Hamilton letter to James Fowler of the Massachusetts State Legislature in which Hamilton writes regarding the result of the petition in the Senate made by the Trustees of Amherst Academy requesting the incorporation of Amherst College, also known as the Collegiate Institution of Amherst during this time. Hamilton offers his opinions on the topic and on the sides represented by particular legislators. He is critical of their decision and feels that by chartering the College they have "licensed a brood of miscreants to harass and interrupt the labors of the industrious." Hamilton goes on to share his thoughts on other recent discussions and decisions in the legislature including the candidate for president, Sprague's resolutions and the resolve of 1813, among other subjects.
Physical Description	1 item (4 pages) ; 30 x 20 cm
Languages	English
Place of Production	Westfield (Mass.)
Genre	Correspondence
Subject	Amherst College – Charters
Subject	Amherst College – History
Subject	Massachusetts. General Court
Part of	Amherst College Early History Collection
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Repository	Amherst College Archives & Special Collections
Shelf Location	Box 2 Folder 5
Rights	No Copyright - United States