CLAY HENRY Autograph Letter Signed H Clay to P Stackhouse

Sale 2333 - Lot 42

Price Realized: $ 1,250

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CLAY ADMIRES QUAKERS CLAY, HENRY. Autograph Letter Signed, "H. Clay," to P. Stackhouse, explaining why he has made an exception in this case to respond to a request for his autograph. 1 page, 8vo, with integral blank; horizontal folds. With the original envelope, wax seal intact. Washington, 3 April 1850

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"Although I have lately most generally declined answering letters applying for my autograph, being of opinion that the collection of them is an unprofitable consumption of time, I comply with your request in this instance because you are a member of the Society of Friends, towards whom I have always cherished sentiments of respect and regard."