DeWitt Clinton And The Origin Of The Spoils System In New York is a historical book written by Howard Lee McBain and published in 1907. The book focuses on the life and political career of DeWitt Clinton, a prominent figure in New York politics during the early 19th century. Clinton served as the Mayor of New York City, Governor of New York State, and was instrumental in the construction of the Erie Canal.The book explores Clinton's role in the development...