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Lot #131
James K. Polk

"He is an honest man and a good Republican, and one who has seen better days"

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"He is an honest man and a good Republican, and one who has seen better days"

ALS as president, one page, 7.75 x 10, November 29, 1847. Addressed "Private" at the top, a letter to Secretary of the Treasury Robert J. Walker, in full: "If the paragraph in relation to the operations of the Ware House-system is prepared, will you send it to me? I hand you inclosed Mr. Stump's letter & also that of the Post Master Genl in his behalf.—I should be gratified if he could be appointed an inspector in the custom-house at Phil'd.—He is an honest man and a good Republican, and one who has seen better days." In fine condition, with some light edge chipping.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Fine Autographs and Artifacts
  • Dates: #508 - Ended September 13, 2017





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