2025-01 Raynors Historical Collectible Auctions
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Ransom R. Balcom (1818-1879) Elected to represent Chenango County in the state assembly in 1847. Elected supreme court justice, sixth judicial district, in 1855, served for over 20 years, resigning in 1877 on account of ill health. He was one of the first judges in New York to use the expression “due process of law” in a way that resembles today’s usage. Autograph Letter Signed “Ransom Balcom” 3pp., datelined Washington March 27,1861 written to Hon. William H. Seward. In part, “ask you to favor the appointment of Edward C. Kattel Esqr to the office of Judge or secretary in one of theTerritories .... he was ran out by the Silver Grays (supporters of President Millard Fillmore) in 1851 -0 He is a true Republican ... for that reason he desires an office under Mr. Lincoln. ... His petition was sent to Senator King a few days ago ....” We found and enclose reference to two letters held in an institution regarding this recommendation. (1) March 26, 1861, Preston King’s letter to Lincoln regarding Kattel. (2) March 22, 1861, Ransom Balcom’s letter to Lincoln recommending Kattel.
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