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Foster Blodgett papers
Descriptive Summary | |
| Title: Foster Blodgett papers | |
| Creator: Blodgett, Foster, 1826-1877 | |
| Inclusive Dates: 1861, 1870-1871 | |
| Bulk Dates: 1870-1871 | |
| Language(s): English | |
| Extent: 1 folder(s) | |
| Collection Number: ms669 | |
| Repository: Hargrett Library | |
Collection Description
Historical Note
Foster Blodgett (1826-1877), politician, was born in Augusta, Georgia.
Scope and Content
The collection consists of papers relating to Foster Blodgett from 1861, 1870-1871 and contains correspondence pertaining to the disputed election of Blodgett to the U.S. Senate in 1870 and charges of perjury when taking the test oath. Correspondents include Henry S. Fitch, Henry R. Jackson, O.A. Lochrane, H.K. McKay, and William K. Stewart. It also includes one photograph of Blodgett in military uniform in 1861.
Organization and Arrangement
Arranged in chronological order.
Administrative Information
Preferred Citation
Foster Blodgett papers, ms669, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.
Finding Aid Publication
Finding aid prepared on: 2014.