Lot 252
Cleveland, Frances Folsom (1864-1947) Married to Grover Cleveland at 21, in the White House. Known for her beauty, grace and charm she was one of the most popular First Ladies of the 19th century.
Autograph Letter Signed ("Frances Folsom Cleveland"). As First Lady. Three pages, recto and verso, octavo, Washington DC or New York, August 14, 1886. On "Executive Mansion / Washington" stationery. To Mr. Wm. C. Wilkinson. Lot includes transmittal envelope. One horizontal fold, very minor surface soil on one page. Fine.
Only two months into her marriage, Mrs. Cleveland pens a note of thanks for a book of poems. "…I shall take pains to do as you wish about the Ode to Webster -- and I feel sure the President will enjoy it very much…" and she includes information about summer plans to visit the Adirondacks.
Estimated Value $125 - 150.
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