Lot 148
Frémont, John C (1813-1890) Union general and explorer, called "The Pathfinder"; first presidential nominee of the Republican Party (1856). Autograph Letter Signed, one page, 9¾ x 7¾", Los Angeles, Cal., Mar. 13, 1888. Two years before his death, Frémont writes sensitively to an invalid in Bradford, Mass., describing the beautiful weather in Los Angeles and "the many flowers in the open fields. I put one in here for you, a California poppy, thinking it might brighten an invalid…." Minor soiling, else fine. Affixed at left edge to a 14¼ x 10½" sheet and accompanied by a 14 x 10½" steel engraving Johnson, Fry & Co. after the painting by Chappel.
Estimated Value $250 - 350.
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