Note 1 — Chapter XVI · “BARNBURNERS” AND “HUNKERS” 1846-1850
Reading edition
The Century Dictionary derives the word from the Dutch honk, post, goal or home. The transition in meaning from “goal” to “office” is easy and natural.
Reading edition
The Century Dictionary derives the word from the Dutch honk, post, goal or home. The transition in meaning from “goal” to “office” is easy and natural.