ALS signed “H. Clay,” with integral addressed leaf to John Woods of Hamilton, Ohio, one page, 8 x 10, July 25, 1830. Letter to John Woods. In part, “My detention at Columbus was unavoidably longer than I anticipated, and I did not leave it until Friday morning last. I arrived here last night and found your favor of the 20th. My future movements in this State will be as follows.” The great orator then details in great length his plans for travel through the state and notes his “wish…to you that there should be as little parade conducted with my visit as possible. One of the greatest causes of my repugnance to public speaking is that publications in regard to it may follow. And as it is impossible for me to prepare or correct anything in the press.” In very good condition, with minor fold separations, repair to left edge, not affecting text, overall toning and mounting remnants to reverse of integral second page. COA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.
