Lot 392
Garfield, James A. Autograph letter signed ("J.A. Garfield"), 2pp, 10 x 7¾ in., Hiram, [Ohio], 27 March 1865, Addressed to Captain D. Caldwell on behalf of Nelson Raymond. In full: "Capt. D. Cadwell - Pro.(vost) Mar.(shall) 19th Dist.(rict) - Dear Sir, The bearer of this, Nelson F. Raymond of this township - was drafted in May last and paid his $300 Commutation. He is again drafted. I believe the Provost Marshal has in some instances or rather in a certain class of cases allowed the payment of Commutation to have weight in the subsequent draft. - In a telegram received from him by me on the 25th in it he says: 'When men are drafted who previously paid Commutation - the board of Enrollment is instructed to report the facts to this office with a view to his release' - It is to avail himself of whatever relief the law and the rules of the Department may afford when Mr. Raymond calls on you. He is a worthy and reliable citizen. - Very Truly Yours, J.A. Garfield." Fine; light toning and slightly light. Garfiled's signature measures 3½ in. across and the letter is written on paper with a "Union Shield with Stars" watermark. The future President mentions the highly controversial practice of paying a substitute $300 to get out of the Union Army.
Estimated Value $1,250 - 1,500.
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