Lot 3014
American Colonization Society, very articulate 1845 three-page folded letter from Ohio state representative I. Spears extolling the good work being done by the Society which promoted the "return" of free African Americans to what was considered greater freedom in Africa. The Society, established in 1816, purchased land on the east coast of Africa, establishing what would become, in 1847, the country of Liberia. Spears writes "I hope…to see the day when our [the Society's] Atlantic cities and towns will be thronged, their wharves crowded, and vessels freighted with the poor unfortunate sons of Africa, returning to the land of their fathers…". Address leaf postmarked red Columbus c.d.s. and PAID with Spear's manuscript endorsement; some splitting along folds, Fine and very interesting.
Estimate $200 - 300
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| Realized $280 |
