Extolling the Virtues of Mr. Adams, Etc.
Document 1788Among many topics, Lincoln discusses the virtues of John Adams as a potential Vice President and his fears that the anti-federalists will hinder the success of the new government.
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Autograph Draft Letter Signed
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Among many topics, Lincoln discusses the virtues of John Adams as a potential Vice President and his fears that the anti-federalists will hinder the success of the new government.
Date
09/24/1788
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Recipient
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Hingham
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Document number
1788092490001
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Notable persons
George Washington
Benjamin Lincoln
executive and legislative branches
antifederal characters
Vice President
Governor Hancock
John Adams
antifederal junto
Notable locations
Hingham
Massachusetts
Notable items
machinations of the antifederal characters
precious jewels
honour
rage
state of confusion
train of evils
punishment
wisdom
providence
patriotism
unanimous voice of the acting Congress
affections of the people
virtuous and enlightened country
organization of the new government
acceptance of the presidency
the Confederacy
common misery
long and distressing war