Lot 48
Clay, Henry -- LS Declining a Speaking Invitation. (1777 - 1852) Senator from Kentucky, called "The Great Compromiser." Letter signed "H. Clay," 3 pages, 7¾ x 4¾", n.p., Feb. 28 (1848), declining an invitation from the Theological Seminary of the Presbyterian Church. "…the multitude of my engagements will not allow me the honor of accepting the invitation which you have transmitted, for which I beg to tender my respectful acknowledgements…." Docketed "Feby. 28, 1848". Fine. Estimate Value $300 - UP
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