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Table of Contents > Historic Autographs > Lot 45 |
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Lot Number: 45
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Stephen R. Mallory Autograph 1856 Letter Signed Later Becoming the Confederate CSA Secretary of War |
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STEPHEN R. MALLORY (1812-1873). U.S. Senator From Florida (1851-1861); Chairman of the Committee on Naval Affairs; and later the Confederate CSA Secretary of War (1861-1865). March 10, 1856-Dated, Autograph Letter Signed, "S. R. Mallory", on this “Senate Chamber” headed Handwritten Letter, (Washington DC), March 10, 1856, 1 page, measuring 7.75" x 9.75", Very Fine. Letter is to: U.S. Navy Commander Oscar Bullens. This clean Letter which is nicely written in rich brown ink and easily readable reads, in full:"Dear Sir, Though I find it impossible to reply to all the letters I receive upon Naval matters, & must trust to the charities of their writers for my apology, I write to thank you for you sensible & judicious views, expressed in your favor of the 5th Inst - which shall receive due attention. -- Very Resp'y, Yr. Obt. Servt., -- (Signed) S. R. Mallory" Provenance: Collection of Ambassador J. William Middendorf II |
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Lot Number: 45
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Estimate Range: $600 - $800 |
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