Broadside entitled "Some Notices of Kentucky, Particularly of its chief town, Lexington," 28 August 1828

Broadside entitled "Some Notices of Kentucky, Particularly of its chief town, Lexington," 28 August 1828

Broadside written by Mathew Carey of Philadelphia under the pseudonym of Hamilton. He briefly outlines the development of Lexington, commenting on its educational and cultural institutions, its churches, businesses, economy and trade. Louisville and the effect of the canal at the Falls of the Ohio are also discussed. Carey also addresses the prejudices long held against the character of Kentuckians and the issue of homicide in the state.

Carey, Mathew

Manuscript Collection, Filson Historical Society

1828-08-28

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