Lot 252
Jackson, Andrew. Autograph Letter Signed as President, 2 pp, 9" x 7½", Washington, 1 July 1836. Addressed to Wm. J. Crane, Esq., which is marked through in pen, and a penciled notation added, "Thos D. Grover Esqr, Cols. J. Thompson & others comitte." The letter begins "Sir," which is crossed through and "Gentlemen" added in pencil. These changes, along with the docket, "from President / 1st" would seem to identify this letter as a first draft/retained copy. Very good; light toning and some small archival fold repairs. Very boldly penned and signed; Jackson's signature is over 4½" in length, crossing over on to the blank integral leaf.
President Jackson writes: "I have received your polite note of the 20th ulto. on behalf of the Democratic citizins of the first congressional District of Pennsylvania, inviting me to participate with them in the celebration of the anniversary of our Independence. It being out of my power to unite with you on this occasion except in the indulgence of those sentiments of joy and gratitude which it is so well calculated to inspire, I can only tender you my thanks for the honor conferred upon me by the invitation. In compliance with your request I offer the following toast: The state of Pennsylvania -- she has been called the Key stone of the Union. Well has she proved herself to be so…."
Estimated Value $3,000 - 4,000.
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