American statesman (1794–1865) who served in the House and Senate and as President of Harvard, Minister to Great Britain, and Secretary of State. ALS, one page both sides, 6.75 x 8.5, June 11, 1851. Letter to William Rathbone. In part: “I have not had the good fortune to be able to render any services to that gentleman…The infirm state of Mrs. Everett’s health & the circumstances that our married daughter was daily expecting her confinement put it out of my power to offer to Mr. & Miss Holt those attentions.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, scattered light creases, and a small spot to first page. RRAuction COA.
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