Lot 104
Tyler, John -- Autograph Letter Signed Mentioning George Washington & Patrick Henry (1790-1862) Tenth President of the United States (1841-45). He served as Vice President for 31 days, then assumed the presidency upon the death of William Henry Harrison. He was sometimes called "Your Accidency." Autograph letter signed "John Tyler", one page, pale blue paper, 10 x 7¾", Sherwood Forest, April 28, 1856. To Mr. Lee, responding to a request for his autograph, as well as that of General Harrison, General Washington and Patrick Henry. In part, "I have no duplicates of Genl. Harrisons and apprehend that you will find difficulty in procuring the autographs of General Washington or Patrick Henry." Some glue remnants in blank left margin, else fine. Boldly penned and signed. Estimate $600 - 800
Ex The Wolfe Family Trust Collection.
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