Lot 49
Ex-President Hayes Writes to President Benjamin Harrison (1822-1893) 19th President of the United States (1877-1881). Autograph letter signed, 1 page, on "Fifth Avenue Hotel, Madison Square, New York" letterhead, 9 x 5¾", Oct. 8, 1891. To President Benjamin Harrison: "My Dear President--I enclose a letter from my niece Mrs. Hastings. Her husband by reason of wounds in the War has been compelled to seek a mild climate and is now the leading American in Bermuda. May I trouble you to direct a return of the letter to me?" Accompanied by a cabinet photo of Hayes. Fine condition.
Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,500.
Ex Superior Auctions, June 24, 1995.
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