Ex-President John Quincy Adams in Pittsburgh in 1843 by McCandless and Adams
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| Author | McCandless, Wilson, 1810-1882 |
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| Author | Adams, John Quincy, 1767-1848 |
| LoC No. | 07021491 |
| Title |
Ex-President John Quincy Adams in Pittsburgh in 1843 Address of Welcome, by Wilson McCandless, and Mr. Adams' Reply; together with a letter from Mr. Adams Relative to Judge Brackenridge's "Modern Chivalry." |
| Note | Reading ease score: 49.5 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Ex-President John Quincy Adams in Pittsburgh in 1843" by McCandless and Adams is a historical account likely written in the late 19th century. This book documents the visit of former U.S. president John Quincy Adams to Pittsburgh, highlighting civic pride and the public's welcome for him. It includes an address of welcome delivered by Wilson McCandless and a heartfelt reply from Adams himself, capturing the essence of political and social sentiments of the time. The content of the book provides a detailed look into Adams' visit, emphasizing his significant role in American history and the gratitude felt by the citizens of Pittsburgh for his services. McCandless' address praises Adams for his steadfastness and contributions to the country, linking his legacy to foundational moments in American history. Adams, in turn, reflects on his past engagements with the city, expressing gratitude for the support he received during more challenging times in his political career. Additionally, the book touches on a letter regarding Judge Brackenridge's "Modern Chivalry," indicating a blend of personal note and cultural commentary that was appreciated during Adams' era. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E300: History: America: Revolution to the Civil War (1783-1861) |
| Subject | Adams, John Quincy, 1767-1848 |
| Subject | Brackenridge, Hugh Henry, 1748-1816. Modern chivalry |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 38906 |
| Release Date | Feb 17, 2012 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 8, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 60 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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