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- 1829 (Creation)
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Kerby A. Miller created his transcript of the letter from the original manuscript held in PRONI [reference number D1757/2/1].
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Two typed transcripts of a letter written by John Mulligan in New Brunswick, New Jersey to his uncle in Ireland in 1829. Per Kerby A. Miller: 'J[ohn] Mulligan, New Brunswick, New Jersey, to his uncle, Lisnasliggan townland, Annaclone parish, near Banbridge, County Down, 7 July 1829. Provides interesting information that illustrates the uncertainties and mishaps of transatlantic correspondence. Makes elitist remarks about American politics and politicians, who are "contemptible"-"rude, noisy, ignorant, and unprincipled." Reports that he could have become a naturalized U.S. citizen five years ago, but has no interest in doing so-because he has no interest in voting or participating in US politics.
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This letter is part of the Mulligan-Martin letters, which are detailed and included, along with Miller's research, in P155/6/11.