Lot 270
Dix, John A (1798-1879) Autograph Letter Signed, Washington, January 17, 1823, 2 pp quarto, with attached address leaf. Written as a young man who had already fought in the War of 1812 and was recently admitted to the bar in Washington. Good content letter to Colonel Charles Gardner regarding "a review of Mr. Calhoun's military Report in December 1820" Dix had written and a correction he would like made before its publication. Dix is afraid his review has been forgotten in the post office in New York "during the confusion of yellow fever." He also looks ahead to the presidential election of 1824: "…It is very possible that some individual, who is now in the second or third rank, may ride to the head of the first amid the conflict of interests." The election, of course, was very close and went to the House of Representatives. Later note in red to left of signature. Address has manuscript postage and red "WASN CITY." With engraving of Dix. Fine.
Estimated Value $300 - 400.
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