Politician and Senate leader (1827–1896) considered by some to have been president for one day, March 4, 1877, when Grant’s term had expired and Hayes refused to be sworn in on the Sabbath. However, Hayes had taken the oath in a private ceremony held at the White House the day before. Original 4 x 6.5 cabinet photo by C. M. Bell, signed in the lower border in black ink, “T. W. Ferry, Jany 23, ‘93.” In fine condition, with a couple light surface marks and some light skipping to signature over impressed studio information. RR Auction COA.
