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Benjamin Harrison

As newly minted presidential candidate

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As newly minted presidential candidate

TLS signed “Benj. Harrison,” one page, 8.25 x 7, law office letterhead, July 2, 1888. Harrison writes to Harry R. Carson in Philadelphia. In full: “I acknowledge, with pleasure, your of the 26th inst. extending to me your congratulations over the result of the Chicago Convention, for which please accept my sincere thanks.” In good condition, with staining and corner losses to top margin, a few chips, scattered soiling and toning, intersecting folds (vertical fold to last name; a few edge separations), and slight blotting to first name. The signature is otherwise unaffected. Auction LOA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.

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  • Dates: #338 - Ended October 15, 2008