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Poems and songs about New York under Governor William Cosby

Title
  1. Poems and songs about New York under Governor William Cosby, 1734-1776.
Author
  1. Alexander, James, 1691-1756

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Description
  1. .1 linear foot (1 folder)
Summary
  1. Collection consists of five satirical songs and poems, some likely in the hand of James Alexander, relating to affairs in New York under the administration of Governor William Cosby, 1732-1736.
Subject
  1. Cosby, William, approximately 1690-1736
  2. Zenger, John Peter, 1697-1746
  3. Freedom of the press -- New York (State)
  4. Misconduct in office -- New York (State)
  5. Trials (Libel) -- New York (State)
  6. New York (State) -- Politics and government -- To 1775
Genre/Form
  1. Poetry.
  2. Satire.
  3. Songs.
Call number
  1. MssCol 15701
Language
  1. English
Access (note)
  1. Apply to Manuscripts and Archives Division for access at http://www.nypl.org/mssref.
Author
  1. Alexander, James, 1691-1756.
Title
  1. Poems and songs about New York under Governor William Cosby, 1734-1776.
Restricted access
  1. Apply to Manuscripts and Archives Division for access at http://www.nypl.org/mssref.
Research call number
  1. MssCol 15701
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