Frederick Douglass to W[illia]m H. Seward, June 30, 1860
Hon: William H. Seward:
My dear Sir: The enclosed
came to me this morning
in a letter from my friend Mrs. Dr. Crofts, Halifax England, with the request that I should forward it to you. Mr Crofts formerly lived in Rochester and was conspicuous for her zeal and activity in the Anti Slavery Cause. I take pleasure in complying with her request, that I send the enclosed to you.
I am, Dear Sir, Very Truly your friend.
Fredk Douglass
Rochester. June 30th 1860.
Creator
Douglass, Frederick, 1818-1895
Date
June 30, 1860
Description
Frederick Douglass to W[illia]m H. Seward. ALS: William H. Seward Manuscripts, NRU. Forwards a letter from Julia G[riffiths] Crofts, disappointed in his failure to win the Republican presidential nomination.
Publisher
This document was calendared in the published volume and has not been published in full before.
Collection
University of Rochester: William Henry Seward Papers
Type
Letters
Publication Status
Unpublished