LS, one page, 7.75 x 10, June 6, 1844. Fillmore writes from Buffalo to Marshall O. Roberts (1814–1880), a wealthy businessman and (later) Republican supporter who reportedly gave Mary Lincoln $10,000 following the assassination of her husband. In part: “I received your favor informing me of my election as an honorary member of the Democratic Clay Club of the Ninth Ward of the City of New York. For this unexpected honor, and for the polite and flattering manner in which you have been pleased to communicate it, I hope you will accept my grateful acknowledgments. Be pleased also to communicate to the members of the association over which you preside, my sincere thanks for this testimonial of their confidence and respect….” Intersecting mailing folds and mild wrinkling, otherwise fine condition. Auction LOA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.
