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Lot #307
William T. Sherman Autograph Letter Signed

Estimate: $300+

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Description

ALS in pencil, signed “W. T. S.,” one page both sides, 5 x 8, Headquarters Army of the United States letterhead, April 21, 1883. Handwritten letter to unidentified woman, in full: “I am really thankful to receive the printed copy of your father’s will, which I shall study carefully to assure me that he has left generous & ample provisions for you his favorite child – and will in time receive for you the personal explanation to enable me to understand it more fully. I have been especially busy this week & today I have an appointment official at 1 PM – must go to the Soldiers Home to a meeting of the Board at 3 PM – and we have a Dinner party at the house for General Grisham at 7 PM – will see you tomorrow Sunday toward evening.” In fine condition.

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