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Rutherford B. Hayes

Hayes attempts to settle for a hat purchased “at the time of the funeral obsequies of President Garfield”

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Hayes attempts to settle for a hat purchased “at the time of the funeral obsequies of President Garfield”

American politician, lawyer, military leader and the 19th President of the United States (1877–1881). ALS signed “R. B. Hayes,” one page, 4.5 x 7, November 7, 1881. Letter to Benjamin H. Steinmetz. In full, “During my short stay in Washington at the time of the funeral obsequies of President Garfield I sent for and received a hat from your establishment. The price was not mentioned and no bill of it has yet come to hand.” In fine condition, with two horizontal mailing folds. Auction LOA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.

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  • Dates: #322 - Ended June 20, 2007