Rare Antique Political Governor Marshall Jewell CT! Postmaster General CDV Photo

Description: UP FOR SALE:Rare Antique Political Governor Marshall Jewell CT! Postmaster General CDV Photo! Fantastic Antique Victorian American CDV Photograph! Portrait of Gov. Marshall Jewell! Photographer: Walter S. Calvert Location: New London, Connecticut (CT) Date: C.1869 - 1874 INFO: "MARSHALL JEWELL, Connecticut’s 27th governor was born in Winchester, New Hampshire, on October 20, 1825. He was educated in New Hampshire’s public school system, and apprenticed as a tanner under the supervision of his father. Jewell later learned the telegraphy business and moved to Akron, Ohio, where he supervised a telegraph office. He also was active and one of the first members of the Republican party in Connecticut. Jewell first entered politics in 1867 as an unsuccessful candidate for the Connecticut State Senate. He was unsuccessful again the following year, when he ran for governor of Connecticut. He was successful in 1869, and was elected Governor of Connecticut. Jewell lost his reelection bid in 1870, but won reelection in 1871 and 1872. During his tenure, Jewell’s administration supported women’s rights. He advocated for a woman’s right to vote and for developing opportunities in educating women. The state militia also was restructured during Jewell’s administration. After leaving office, Jewell was appointed in 1873, as minister to Russia. He served as minister until August 24, 1874, when he was then appointed President Grant’s postmaster general, a position he held until July 12, 1876. Jewell also chaired the 1880 Republican National Convention. Governor Marshall Jewell died on February 10, 1883, and is buried at the Cedar Hill Cemetery in Hartford, Connecticut." (NGA) "Marshall Jewell (October 20, 1825 – February 10, 1883) was a manufacturer, pioneer telegrapher, telephone entrepreneur, world traveler, and political figure who served as 44th and 46th Governor of Connecticut, the US Minister to Russia, the 25th United States Postmaster General, and Republican Party National Chairman. Jewell, distinguished for his fine "china" skin, grey eyes, and white eyebrows, was popularly known as the "Porcelain Man".[1] As Postmaster General, Jewell made reforms and was intent on cleaning up the Postal Service from internal corruption and profiteering. Postmaster Jewell helped Secretary of the Treasury Benjamin H. Bristow shut down and prosecute the Whiskey Ring. President Grant, however, became suspicious of Jewell's loyalty after Jewell fired a Boston postmaster over non payment of a surety bond and asked for his resignation." (WIKI) (MORE INFO: More information a can be found at the end of the gallery images. This info is for Reference Only and does not come with the CDV Photograph) A great piece of 19th Century American Photography Ephemera! Actual item pictured! Item comes as seen and as is! Please see all photos!Shipping includes insurance & tracking for both buyer and seller's protection!If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask! Thanks for stopping in! Scantic Antiques

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