Lot 231
Butler, Benjamin F (1818-93) Union general and politician. Manuscript Letter Signed ("Benj. F. Butler"), Washington, D.C., June 19, 1881, 1 pg., 9 7½ in. To Henry D. Purroy, Secretary of Tammany Society, New York City, regretting that he will not be able to meet with the Tammany Society on July 4th. Light toning; a few marginal chips and edge splits. The Tammany Society began as a fraternal organization in 1786 but became a powerful political machine that controlled New York City for nearly a century. Butler would become governor of Massachusetts in 1883.
Estimated Value $125 - 150.
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