Lot 261
Jackson, Andrew (1767-1845) 7th President of the United States. Endorsement Signed as President with Initials, "Referred to the Secretary of the Navy. A.J." on the back of a 3pp letter addressed to the President by James Wilbank, Philadelphia, 1835 Sept. 25. Fine, light soiling. Wilbank is looking for a position as a chaplain and tells a sad story of getting older and having a dependent family. He refers to an earlier request for a position at Pensacola that was refused. Twelve men sign as references for Wilbank, including future Attorney General Henry Gilpin and Roberts Vaux.
Estimated Value $400 - 600.
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