Lot 288
Andrew Johnson (1808-1875), 17th President of the U.S. (1865-1869). Autograph Letter Signed as ex-President, one page, 5 x 8, Greenville, Tenn., June 26, 1869. To representatives of Smith County, Tenn., in full:
"Gentlemen. In compliance with your request I will address the people of Smith County at Carthage on Tuesday 20th of July if it is agreeable to the committee. If that day is not suitable they will please advise me as soon as convenient. Since I had the pleasure of an interview with you at Gallitin I feel well satisfied that there is a great change going on in the public mind and if their [sic] is a reasonable effort made the state can be redeemed. Accept assurances of my esteem &c. Andrew Johnson"
On verso Johnson has penned the names "John W. Bowen, W.W. Wade, James W McHenry, D.N. Campbell, W.H. Witt. Committee".
With integral docketed leaf, Very Fine condition.
Estimate 2,000 - 3,000
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