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American statesman (1794–1865) renowned for his oratory, best remembered for giving the speech preceding Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address. Civil War–dated DS, signed “Washington was the greatest of good men & the best of great men. Edward Everett, Boston, 3 Sept. 1864,” one page, 5 x 8, August 25, 1864. Everett signs at the conclusion of an autograph request document issued by the Western Illinois Sanitary Fair Committee. In part: “As a means for increasing the fund for the benefit of our soldiers, and procuring a valuable and interesting collection, the Executive Committee have decided to respectfully request the Autographs of prominent persons.” In fine condition. Accompanied by an unsigned original carte-de-visite portrait of Everett. RR Auction COA.
