Irish Nationalist and leader of the Young Ireland movement (1803–1864). ALS signed “William S. O’Brien,” four pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 6.75, March 19, 1844. Letter to the mayor of Cork. In part: “I feel highly honored by the invitation…by which you communicate to me that the Friends of Justice in the South of Ireland are desirous that I should preside at a Provincial dinner to be given to Mr. O’Connell on the 8th of April in order to testify the feelings of the people of Munster with regard to the recent Prosecution and their respect for the great Leader of the Irish people. I am fully conscious of my own incompetency adequately to fulfill the duties requisite upon such an occasion, but in case no person more acceptable should be selected in the interval for the office of Chairman, you may calculate upon my presence and my humble services shall be given in whatever capacity they may be required.” Nicely double-matted and framed with an engraving to an overall size of 22 x 13.5, with a window on the reverse for viewing of the opposing side of the letter. Mounting remnants at adjoining fold, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.
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