Lot 102
Millard Fillmore (1800-1874), 13th President of the United States (1850-1853), Vice President Under Taylor (1849-1850), autograph letter signed "Millard Fillmore", one sheet, 5" x 7½", Buffalo Feb 25, 1857, written just a couple of weeks before the Supreme Court issued their now infamous Dred Scott decision. In full, "E.H. Wade Esq.
Sir,
I have your letter desiring to know whether in my opinion, the 'Missouri Compromise was constitutional or not.'
I understand this question is now pending before the Supreme Court of the United States, where it has been ably argued and will soon be decided. Under such circumstances it would be arrogance in my to affirm to give an opinion. My duty is to submit to that decision as the case appeal known to our Constitution.
Respectfully yours,
Millard Fillmore
Light toning, Fine.
Estimate 1,500 - 2,000
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