Uncommon ALS signed in full, one page, 4 x 6.25, April 8, 1845. Adams, then serving in the House of Representatives following his presidency, writes to Richard D. Cutts, son of fellow Congressman Richard Cutts (1771–1845), who died on the previous day. In full: “In offering you the assurance of my warmest sympathy for the heavy bereavement which you have sustained I can only add that I will most cheerfully serve as a pall-bearer at the performance of the last duties to his remains in the funeral obsequies. Very truly yours….” A touch of subtle handling wear, otherwise fine, clean condition. Auction LOA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.
