The History Of The Forged Morey Letter (1884) is a book written by John Isaacs Davenport. It is a detailed account of the infamous Morey letter scandal that took place in the United States during the late 19th century. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the events leading up to the discovery of the forged letter, as well as the subsequent investigation and trial that followed.The Morey letter was a document that purportedly showed that President James A. Garfield had accepted a bribe during his campaign for the presidency. The letter was widely circulated and caused a great deal of controversy, but it was eventually revealed to be a forgery. Davenport's book explores the origins of the letter and the motivations of those who created it.The author also delves into the political climate of the time, examining the various factions and interests that were vying for power. He provides a detailed analysis of the trial that followed the discovery of the forgery, including the testimony of key witnesses and the arguments made by both the prosecution and the defense.Overall, the History Of The Forged Morey Letter (1884) is a fascinating and informative account of one of the most notorious political scandals in American history. It provides a valuable insight into the workings of politics and the media in the late 19th century, and is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of American politics.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
