Lot 186
Mallory, Stephen R. & Maxwell, Augustus E. Two Autograph Letters Signed, both in June 1854, both 1 pg., responding to inquiries from Martha Bradstreet about the character of Col. (or Mr.) D.G. Gardner. Mallory, who would become secretary of the Confederate navy, says, in part, "..I do not know Mr. Gardiner, but my friends from Florida inform me that he is unworthy of confidence, & that he at present resides at Chancellorsville, Spotsylvania Co., Va." Maxwell, who would serve in the Confederate senate 1862-65, says, in part, "…I know nothing of Col Gardner…except that a person of such a name was introduced to me in this city (Washington) some three or four months since…." Both letters have folds, else Fine. (2 items).
Estimated Value $250 - 300.
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