Description of Alexander Hamilton by William Sullivan

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In 1795, Alexander Hamilton, at the age of thirty-eight, resumed the practice of law in the city of New York, and there continued until the close of his life.  In December of that year, his personal appearance was this: He was under middle size, thin in person, but remarkably erect and dignified in his deportment. His bust, seen in so many houses, and the pictures and prints of him make known, too generally, the figure of his face to make an attempt at description expedient.  His hair was turned back from his forehead, powdered, and collected in a club behind.  His complexion was exceedingly fair, varying from this only by the almost feminine rosiness of his cheeks.  His might be considered, as to figure and color, an uncommonly handsome face.When at rest, it had a rather severe and thoughtful expression; but when engaged in conversation, it easily assumed an attractive smile. He was expected, one day in December, 1795, at dinner, and was the last who came. When he entered the room, it was apparent from the respectful attention of the company that he was a distinguished individual.  He was dressed in a blue coat with bright buttons; the skirts of his coat were unusually long.  He wore a white waistcoat, black silk small clothes, while silk stockings.

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