Nov 03, 2011 - Sale 2259

Sale 2259 - Lot 15

Price Realized: $ 720
?Final Price Realized includes Buyer’s Premium added to Hammer Price
Estimate: $ 700 - $ 1,000
SHERMAN, WILLIAM TECUMSEH. Autograph Letter Signed, "W.T. Sherman / General," to General William B. Franklin, reporting that his letter written on behalf of Bvt. Col. John G. Leefe was received concerning the vacancy in the Commissary, remarking that "the President has agreed not to be in too much hurry, but to give time to hear from all especially those on the remote Frontier," and suggesting that he advise Leefe to get endorsements from Col. Charles H. Smith, and Generals Knipe and Sheridan. 3 pages, 8vo, "Headquarters Army of the United States" stationery, ruled paper, written on two sheets; blind stamp from notary at one extreme corner of each sheet, horizontal folds, minor scattered soiling. Hartford, 13 February 1878