2024-07 Raynors Historical Collectible Auctions
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 7/14/2024
Autograph Letter Signed. New Orleans, June 19,1837, 8" x 10" 3 pp. with integral address leaf. To Miss Lorraine H. Fisk, Keeseville, New York from brother Elbridge. General family news and about President Jackson "...We have the old cry here 'Poor Old Gen'l. Jackson...' has to bear the sins of the whole commercial world not only our own country but all the other side of the Atlantick (sic)- poor Old Man, he has an abundance to answer for surely..."The author was likely commenting on Specie Issue & Banking policies of great controversy at the time. At end is penciled note passing letter on to sister Mary, sharing news from their brother and advising her to take onion juice to suppress her cough "...take a teaspoon full every time you feel inclined to cough..." Bottom portion of blank last page torn away, no affect; letter in ink, strong and clear, Fine condition.
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