Lot 297
Benjamin Harrison (1833-1901), 23rd President of the U.S. (1889-1893), U.S. Senator from Indiana (1881-1887), grandson of 9th President, William Henry Harrison. Autograph Letter Signed as President, one page, 4½ x 7, Washington, March 16, 1892. Executive Mansion letterhead to Mrs. J.S. Clarkson in Ashville, N.C., in full:
"My Dear Mrs. Clarkson Though the news you gave me of Mr. Clarkson's condition is not as favorable as I had hoped, yet I was glad to hear directly… the hope that he may soon be able to have the efficacy of the Hot Springs. March has been a most unruly & disagreeable month here -- and just now is at its worst.
Mrs. Harrison sends her love to you & yours with me desiring to be remembered to Mr. Clarkson & in the hope that his convalesce may be speedy & perfect. Very Sincerely Yours, Benj Harrison"
Fine condition, accompanied by Executive Mansion mailing envelope addressed by Harrison and franked with a 2¢ stamp postmarked March 17. Both show edge toning from having been previously framed for display, also accompanied by an engraved portrait.
Estimate 1,000 - 1,500
James S. Clarkson (1842-1918) was a member of the Republican National Committee (1880-1896) and was instrumental in getting Harrison elected; Harrison appointed him 1st Assistant Postmaster General in 1890 and he used the title "General" for the rest of his life.
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