Lot 76
Buchanan, James. Autograph letter signed ("James Buchanan"), 1 page, 10 x 7¾ in., Washington, April 21, 1828. To John G. Kammer, addressed to him on an integral leaf bearing a red "Washn, City Apr 21" circle dated postmark with matching straight line "Free" above the franking signature ("James Buchanan"). He writes, as a U.S. Representative: "Mr. King called upon me on Friday & informed me that he entertained no hope of obtaining any part of the claims against Mr. Turner or Mr. Hollingshead; but he expects that at some future time the account against Eliza Holman may be collected. He had not seen Mr. Stewart. In the course of the conversation he admitted that he had received $70 for the Institution but from whom he did not recollect and he has promised to pay me that sum before the close of the session. I would suggest to you the propriety of sending me an order on him for that amount; as he will probably require an authority from you before he will pay me the money. From your friend in great haste, James Buchanan."
Estimated Value $600 - 800.
Christie's New York, May 5, 1993, lot 93.
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