Private secretary (1838–1905) to and, later, biographer of Abraham Lincoln who also served as secretary of state under McKinley and Roosevelt. Ink signature, “John Hay,” on an off-white 2.25 x 1 clipped slip affixed to a 3.5 x 2 card. In fine condition, with light scattered toning, some adhesive remnants to the top of the slip, and several scattered ink marks. RRAuction COA.
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