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Lewis Cass

Writing to John Quincy Adams

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Writing to John Quincy Adams

American statesman (1782-1866) who served variously as Governor of Michigan, senator, Ambassador to France, Secretary of War, and Secretary of State. ALS signed “Lew. Cass,” one page, 8 x 9.75, June 3, 1833. Cass, then Secretary of War, writes to John Quincy Adams, then a Massachusetts congressman. In full: “Agreeable to the request in your letter of the 20th ult. I have the honour to transmit you pension certificates for Samuel Belcher and Solomon Thayer….” Accompanied by an early dealer’s catalogue entry. Intersecting mailing folds and a hint of subtle toning to bottom margin, otherwise fine, clean condition. R&R COA.

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  • Dates: #338 - Ended October 15, 2008