The papers of Henry Clay.
| Author/creator | Clay, Henry |
| Other author | Library of Congress. Manuscript Division. |
| Format | Microform |
| Publication Info | Washington, D.C. : Library of Congress, Photoduplication Service, [between 1900 and 1999] |
| Description | 22 microform reels ; 35 mm |
| Subjects |
| Portion of title | Papers 1770-1910 |
| Other title | Microfilm edition of the Henry Clay papers |
| Abstract | Kentucky statesman from Lexington (Fayette Co.). Correspondence deal with politics and all phases of Clay's public career. There is also evidence of his desire to be president in 1844. Other topics referred to are his private debts; horse breeding; various lawsuits; sale and purchase of lands; appointments to the U.S. Military Academy and to political offices. |
| Local note | Joyner-Joyner Library has no printed guide for this title. |
| General note | Microfilm of the original ms. in the Library of Congress Manuscript Division. |
| General note | Reels 1-11 cover personal and biographical information ; reels 12-22 cover Clay's manuscript collection of other notables and associates. |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joyner | Microforms | MICROFILM C579.86 | ✔ Available |